DOLA Property Tax Specialist I Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/5037501) Apply  DOLA Property Tax Specialist I Salary $4,906.00 - $6,378.00 Monthly Location Other (see multiple locations in job posting), CO Job Type Full Time Job Number NAA-80799-08.2025 Department Department of Local Affairs Division Division of Property Taxation Opening Date 08/08/2025 Closing Date 8/22/2025 4:00 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Type of Announcement This position is open only to Colorado state residents. FLSA Status Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation. Primary Physical Work Address 1313 Sherman Street, Denver CO. This is a hybrid position required to report to the Denver or Grand Junction office as needed. How To Apply Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. Department Contact Information Danielle Milone at danielle.milone@state.co.us or Melissa Bellew at melissa.bellew@state.co.us + Description + Benefits + Questions Department Information Who can Apply This opportunity is only open to residents of the State of Colorado. About the Colorado Department of Local Affairs The Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) serves as the primary interface between the State and local communities. The Department provides financial support to local communities and professional and technical services (including training and technical assistance) to community leaders in the areas of governance, housing, and property tax administration. While all state governments provide such services through various Departmental structures, Colorado’s approach is unique in that these local community services are gathered into one Department of “Local Affairs,” which has a central focus on strengthening Colorado communities and enhancing livability. Vision The Department of Local Affairs is responsible for strengthening Colorado's local communities through: accessible, affordable, and secure housing; implementing property tax law; capacity building; strategic training, research, and technical assistance; and funding to localities. Mission Our mission is to help strengthen Colorado’s communities. Why work for the Colorado Department of Local Affairs? The work we do matters greatly. It matters to us, and it matters to the citizens of the great state of Colorado. We love our communities and are passionate about supporting our communities. We value the diversity that Colorado offers. If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference in communities across the State, consider joining the dedicated people of the Department of Local Affairs. In addition, we offer a great location and great benefits, which include: + Medical and Dental Plans (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits) + Strong, secure, yet flexible Retirement Plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan (https://copera.org/welcome-pera-members/new-members) plus pre-tax and ROTH 401K, and 457 plans (https://copera.org/retirees/peraplus-401-k-457-plans) + Employee Wellness Programs + Paid Life Insurance + 11 paid Holidays per year plus Vacation and Sick Leave (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/time-off-leave) + Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage + RTD Eco Pass to all eligible State Employees + Flexible work schedule options and hybrid work options + Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs) + Training opportunities + Variety of Free discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Employment Discount Program Work Location This position will be hybrid and may work from the Denver office (1313 Sherman Street) or the Grand Junction office (222 S. 6th Street). Description of Job The Division of Property Taxation (https://dpt.colorado.gov/) (DPT) exists to ensure the fairness and equalization of ad valorem taxation for Colorado taxpayers by administering, statewide, property tax exemption laws as they apply to religious organizations, charitable organizations, and private schools. The Assessment Resources work unit provides support and technical expertise to the Governor, General Assembly, State Board of Equalization, County Boards of Equalization, Board of Assessment Appeals, Statutory Advisory Committee, and the public. This work unit also creates and develops policy manuals, advanced education curricula, and provides on-site training and assistance for county assessors and their staff. The work unit assists and enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of county assessors and their staff by creating and implementing, in cooperation with county assessors, industry, and other taxpayer groups, assessment policies, continuing education, training on unique issues, and other technical assistance on a state wide spectrum of complex issues necessary for the effective execution of the assessment administration responsibilities in the assessors’ offices. The Property Tax Specialist I in the Assessment Resources section actively participates in the development of policy manuals, providing technical assistance and consulting, and producing assessment administration and appraisal curricula and training for county assessors and their staffs. The Property Tax Specialist I performs duties under the close supervision of higher Property Tax Specialists. Work is reviewed for technical accuracy and adequacy and professional judgment. The primary duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: + Research legal and assessment administrative issues then prepare a summary of the facts and findings; + Review new court decisions and statutes, recommend necessary revisions, and incorporate any needed changes into documents and publications; + Research and recommend new and revised curricula, course outlines and other course material, and assist in instructing education classes for assessors and their staff; + Provide administrative assistance to county assessors, staff and the general public through telephone calls, e-mails and in-person visits; + Serve as the coordinator for forms and documents created by the DPT, including reviewing documents, maintaining and tracking revisions; review and update brochures; ensure the most current and correct version of documents are available on the Division's website; and maintain historical copies of the documents; and participate in State Board of Equalization ordered reappraisals of county property valuations, identifying general and specific problems causing the ordered reappraisals, especially in administrative issues that need to be corrected. + Duties are completed with consultation and review by higher level property tax specialists. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Class Code & Classification Description H8J2XX Property Tax Specialist I MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience Only: 5 years of experience in real estate, legal, title or taxation with 2 of those years working specifically with property tax assessment issues such as conveyance, abatements, classification, taxable status and similar administrative issues. OR Education and Experience: A combination of related education in real estate, taxation or a closely related field (as determined by the agency) AND experience as described above equal to five (5) years. Education will substitute for the general experience first. Ensure that the 'Work Experience" section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. Applicants must upload their unofficial college transcripts that include the student name, college name, courses completed, and/or degree with date conferred with this application, in order to receive credit. Under the Job Application Fairness Act (SB 23-058), applicants may redact information from certifications and transcripts that identify their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance from an educational institution. Required Competencies + Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind + Strong ability to interpret written material + Critical thinking + Strong attention to detail + Active listening + Strong analytical skills + Effective verbal and written communication skills + Ability to work independently + Strong interpersonal skills + Strong organizational skills Preferred Qualifications + Current appraisal license issued by the Colorado Board of Real Estate Appraisers + Technical writing experience + Experience teaching, providing training or organizing events + Knowledge and experience creating and maintaining documents + Strong analytical skills + Strong interpersonal and customer service skills + Excellent verbal communication skills + Proficiency with MS Office, including Word and Power Point Conditions of Employment + You MUST be a Colorado resident (at the time of application) to apply for this position. + Pre-employment criminal background checks will be conducted as part of the selection process. + MUST have a valid, unrestricted Colorado driver's license with a safe driving record. A safe driving record requires the following: + No convictions within the last seven (7) years for Reckless driving; Vehicular manslaughter; Driving under the influence (DUI); Two (2) or more driving while ability impaired (DWAI) convictions; One (1) conviction related to bodily injury or death to another person as described in C.R.S. 42-4-239. Eluding the police; or Street racing. + No convictions within the last five (5) years for: Three (3) or more careless driving convictions; or Speeding 20 mph over the speed limit. Two (2) convictions related to distracted driving or use of a mobile electronic device as described in C.R.S. 42-4-239. + No convictions within the last three (3) years for: Three (3) or more moving violations with a total of more than seven (7) points assessed on the license; or Suspension or revocation of driver license (unless for unpaid child support or other suspension not related to a moving violation). + No requirement of a breath monitoring device, also known as Interlock, to operate a motor vehicle. Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement will result in your application being rejected. Applicants may submit a resume, cover letter/letter of interest detailing how their experience and background address the stated minimum and preferred qualifications/competencies of the job, and attach to the online application. Applications left blank or marked “See Resume” will not be accepted. Please address every requirement for the position with your experience in your application. The application may include the following documents that MUST be uploaded at the time of application: + A resume (this is not a substitute for the online application, demonstrating work history) + Cover letter / letter of interest + Transcripts (if using education to meet the minimum qualifications) + DD214 (member-4 form) from applicants that may be eligible for veteran’s preference Comparative Analysis Current and former employees (transfers, voluntary demotions, and reinstatements) are required to participate in the comparative analysis process through this job posting. Applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) for the position. Applicants that meet MQ’s will be included in the Comparative Analysis process. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, training and experience review, eSkills Assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or it may include a review of your application and your responses to any supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess and rank applicants. Be sure your application specifically addresses the requirements as listed in the minimum qualifications. Address your specialized experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position duties, required competencies, and preferred qualifications in order to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration. Supplemental Information The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. DOLA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Melissa Bellew, DOLA ADA Coordinator at melissa.bellew@state.co.us. Email Address: All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked often as time sensitive correspondence such as exam information or notification will take place via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email. Biweekly Pay: As of July 1, 2023, all DOLA new hires, including transfers of current state employees and reinstatements of former state employees, will be placed on the biweekly pay schedule. This means you will be paid every other Friday for a total of 26 pay periods over the course of a year. Biweekly pay is also lag pay, meaning you will be paid two weeks after the end of each pay period. Please click here for more information about the move to biweekly payroll. Technical Assistance: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g., uploading or attaching documents to your online application) please contact NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627, Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files, and second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it. Appeal Rights: An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director. As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director. Review of the completed, signed, and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the Department’s action. For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules. For questions related to this job posting, please reach out to Melissa Bellew via email at melissa.bellew@state.co.us. The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon. 01 If you are a current or previous State of Colorado employee, you may be eligible for step pay placement, if hired. Please list your dates of employment and classifications for all State of Colorado Departments or institutes of Higher Education for which you have worked and your Employee Identification Number (EIN). Alternatively, you can enter a Social Security Number if you do not recall your EIN: 02 DOLA - I am willing to accept an offer within the posted salary range? + Yes + No 03 DOLA - By clicking "yes" below, I certify that I understand that effective July 1, 2023, all DOLA new hires, including transfers of current state employees and reinstatements of former state employees, will be placed on the biweekly pay schedule. + Yes 04 Are you able to meet the drivers license and safe driving record requirement provided under Conditions of Employment in the job posting? + Yes + No 05 Detail your experience related to the preferred qualifications listed on this job announcement. 06 Describe any experience you have with the Administrative functions in the Assessor’s Office or similar office environment. 07 Describe any experience you have with public speaking or group presentations, or planning or organizing events. 08 Certification and Confidentiality Statement I certify that: --I understand that this, my completed Application, the attached Supplemental Questions, and my responses are confidential and that I have neither consulted with others nor received assistance in the preparation, writing, or editing of my responses and the information contained herein is in my own words and was prepared and completed solely by me and only me. --All the information I have provided herein is true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and is made in good faith. --I have not communicated the confidential information of this, my Application and the attached Supplemental Questions in any way to other candidates, potential candidates, subject matter experts, or any person. --I understand that if the confidential information in this, my Application and the attached Supplemental Questions and/or my responses, are found to have been falsified, plagiarized, or shared in any way, I may be disqualified or removed from the position if appointed. + I agree to the terms and conditions of this Certification and Confidentiality Statement. 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