Industrial Commercial Valuations Junior Analyst III - Assessor's Office

6 Position Vacancies

Work Shift: 8:30am - 4:30pm

                              This is an AFSCME 3835 Bargaining Unit Position          

 Job Summary

Reporting to the assigned Manager of Commercial Valuations or Manager of Special Properties, the Industrial Commercial (I/C) Valuations Junior Analyst is responsible for determining the assessed value of industrial and commercial properties in Cook County and analyzing and making determinations on appeals and Certificates of Error related to the valuation of those properties. The I/C Valuations Junior Analyst is responsible for performing all duties in a uniform and timely manner to meet the assessment deadlines of the Cook County Assessor’s Office (CCAO). The I/C Valuations Junior Analyst also provides good customer service.

                                                                              Essential Job Duties

• Collects, analyzes and evaluates data to determine the assessed value of industrial and commercial property.
• Researches and uses information submitted on behalf of the taxpayer and data collected from the internet, CoStar, other data platforms, CCAO systems and databases, and other office technology to make valuation and assessment decisions.
• Ensures that industrial and commercial property is fairly and uniformly assessed, applying appropriate rules, regulations, policies and other guidelines in making assessment decisions.
• Reviews data and information in the analysis, review, and processing of applications for appeal and certificates of error.
• Conducts field research on triennial towns as assigned and reports updates to Valuations Department management for use in assessing property values.
• Works at the direction of the assigned Group Leader processing files in a manner to ensure that the Department meets its designated assessment cycle deadlines.
• Uses discretion in carrying out assignments and completing tasks to an effective outcome, resolving any minor problems in accordance with CCAO’s policies and guidelines.
• Communicates any lack of understanding of a particular property to the assigned Group Leader and/or applicable Manager, as appropriate.
• Collects, analyzes and summarizes information on comparable properties for Property Tax Appeal Board appeals, as assigned.
• Reviews and processes industrial and commercial permit properties, as requested.
• Performs other duties and assignments, as required, to achieve the overall goals of the Valuations Department.
• Works extended hours and overtime, as needed.

The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work.

                                                                      Minimum Qualifications

•High school diploma or GED certificate.
•One (1) year experience in property taxation, assessment administration, or real estate appraisal or valuation of industrial and commercial properties.

                                                                                OR

•Graduation from an accredited college and/or university with a bachelor’s degree.

                                                                       Preferred Qualifications

•Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in finance, business administration, real estate, mathematics, or related field.
•Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

• Two (2) years or more experience in property taxation, assessment administration, or real estate appraisal or valuation of industrial and commercial properties.

                                                               Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

•Knowledge of CCAO operations, function, activities and the property tax system, as well as a thorough knowledge of CCAO’s procedures, policies, guidelines and other applicable rules and regulations related to valuation of real property, or the ability to quickly gain such knowledge.
•Knowledge of the assessment cycle, assessment valuation standards, practices and techniques, and the three approaches to value.
•Ability to meet CCAO and departmental deadlines, production goals and effectively utilize time with limited oversight.
•Knowledge of materials, software, and equipment utilized by CCAO, or the ability to quickly gain such knowledge.
•Ability to adjust to new techniques and procedures.
•Ability to converse knowledgeably and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
•Ability to work with others; excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with co-workers.
•Ability to coordinate and carry out instructions.
•Must be computer literate, with skill and efficiency in entering and retrieving data, and have the ability to work with CCAO systems and databases, CoStar, other data platforms, Microsoft Word, Teams and Excel.

                                                                    Physical Requirements
• Visual acuity to review and edit written and electronic communications for long periods of
time.
• Repetitive use of hands to handle and/or operate standard office equipment.
• Regular use of a telephone to communicate.

                                                         ANNUAL SALARY: $66,807 GRADE 16

                                             This is an AFSCME 3835 Bargaining Union Position

Benefits Package Includes:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Hybrid Work Schedule (granted at the discretion of the Department Head -- all CCAO employees are expected to live within a distance of Cook County that will allow them to work in the office as demanded by operational needs)

For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: 2025 Cook County Benefits

METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Internal Applicants Apply online at: https://cookcountyil.taleo.net/careersection/170/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

External Applicants Apply online at:
https://cookcountyil.taleo.net/careersection/120/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Online submissions will close at 11:59pm on 06/16/2025

Applications of eligible applicants will be retained for consideration for 12 months following receipt of application, or until this Notice of Job Opportunity is withdrawn, whichever occurs first.

On or before the final date for interviews, applicants must furnish Human Resources with sufficient proof of education (if applicable), designations/certifications, professional references, and photo identification.

SPECIAL NOTE: A skills assessment test will be administered as part of the interview process for this job.

ANY APPLICANT THAT FAILS TO COMPLY WITH ANY OF THE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS NOTICE OF JOBOPPORTUNITY WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED ELIGIBLE FOR THE POSITION.

The Office of the Cook County Assessor hires and promotes based on applicant qualifications and merit. The use of political factors as a condition of employment for the above job opportunity is prohibited. Any questions should be sent to Human Resources at 312-603-5115.

                              *You must be legally authorized to permanently work in the                                                                                 United States and without sponsorship*

       COOK COUNTY ASSESSOR’S OFFICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Last modified: April 1, 2024