City Assessor

The City Assessor provides strategic leadership and oversight of the Citys property assessment function to ensure fair, accurate valuations for taxation. Working within a regulated legislative framework, this role supports financial stability, revenue integrity, and public trust. The Assessor is the Citys authority on assessment matters, applying advanced valuation and legislative expertise while advising senior administration and Council.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Assessment and Valuation
Conduct mass and individual property assessments across all sectors
Apply cost, income, and sales approaches per legislation and standards
Inspect properties, review permits, and assess improvements
Analyze market and financial data to support valuation models
Assessment Roll & Compliance
Prepare and maintain Annual and Supplemental Assessment Rolls
Ensure compliance with applicable legislation
Verify classifications, exemptions, and tax status
Lead revaluation projects and change initiatives
Appeals and Representation
Prepare reports and evidence for appeal tribunals
Defend assessments and incorporate case law into practices
Leadership and Management
Supervise and develop the assessment team
Manage workloads, inspections, and roll maintenance
Promote accountability and continuous improvement
Stakeholder Relations
Liaise with SAMA, auditors, and government bodies
Participate in committees and advise on legislative impacts
Communication and Advisory
Provide clear advice to Council, administration, and the public
Explain assessment methods and impacts
Key Competencies
Integrity, strategic thinking, leadership, accountability, communication, adaptability
Qualifications
Degree in assessment, appraisal, or related field
7+ years of progressive experience
Supervisory experience required
LAAS/MAAS, SAAA accreditation; CAE or AACI an asset
Experience with revaluations and change management
Valid Class 5 license