Property Records Specialist

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To be the nation's most citizen oriented, efficiently administered, state tax agency.

The Montana Department of Revenue administers almost 40 state taxes, property appraisals, liquor laws, and unclaimed property for the state of Montana. The Property Assessment Division manages Montana’s property tax laws, including the valuation of all taxable property for property tax purposes.

• Health, dental, and vision care; life insurance; and long‑term disability. The State currently contributes $12,648/year toward these benefits.
• Free health care for employees and eligible family members at Montana Health Centers.
• Employee Assistance Benefits including counseling, legal assistance, well‑being coaching, financial information, which are free resources.
• Retirement plans
  - The State currently contributes 9.17 %, vested after 5 years of continuous employment.
• Paid vacation- starting at 15 days a year.
• Sick leave- 12 days a year.
• 11 holidays, including a floating holiday, which can be used any time.
• Flexible hours.
• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Visit the Health Care and Benefits Division for more information at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). In addition to employee benefits, there are a wide range of advancement opportunities throughout the Department of Revenue.

This position resides in the Property Assessment Division of Department of Revenue. The Property Records Specialist (PRS) performs various duties assigned by management. They ensure that property values in the county are accurately recorded, regularly updated, and certified each year for fair and accurate property tax billings. This role supports taxpayers, county officials, and other stakeholders by maintaining reliable property records, processing ownership and sales information, and assisting with taxpayer programs and appeals.

• Mathematics
• Customer service standards
• Property valuation techniques
• Mapping and geographic information systems (GIS)

• Research and analysis
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Conflict resolution
• Commonly used office and spreadsheet computer applications
• Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
• Customer service

• Demonstrate self‑motivation
• Follow instructions
• Provide timely customer service
• Handle multiple priorities under deadlines

• Work hours may exceed 40 hours from time to time, including weekends.
• Office environment.
• Lifting is infrequent, less than 15 pounds.
• Some travel may be required, must have a valid driver’s license.
• This job cannot be performed at an alternate work site.

To be considered for any DOR position, applicants must complete and submit your application online and upload any required documents. Successful applicants are required to successfully pass DOR tax and background check(s). DOR is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

*** This is an incomplete list of job duties. For a complete job description please contact Human Resources. (dorhr or )

(All computer systems and tax guidelines will be trained on the job.)

• Resume
• Complete state application

Submissions incomplete or missing relevant materials will not be reviewed or considered.

Applicant Pool Statement
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If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.

• Criminal Background Check
  . Circumstances involving convictions will be reviewed
• Tax status must be current. Circumstances involving tax status issues will be reviewed

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. A valid driver’s license is required with less than 12 conviction points in the most recent completed 36 months.

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, the person selected must produce within three days of hire documents that show authorization to work in the United States. Examples of such documentation include a birth certificate or Social…