Audit Valuation Certification Manager (Property Manager 14) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/5009580) Apply  Audit Valuation Certification Manager (Property Manager 14) Salary $34.25 - $51.08 Hourly Location Lansing, MI Job Type Permanent Full Time Remote Employment Flexible/Hybrid Job Number 2701-25-15-14 Department Treasury Opening Date 07/17/2025 Closing Date 8/7/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE) + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Description The Property Services Division within the Michigan Department of Treasury is seeking to recruit an innovative, collaborative and dynamic individual to join our team. This position will serve as the manager for the audit, valuation, and certification section and will supervise and direct the processing of documents, forms, filings and valuation reports for programs under the State Tax Commission, including properties subject to Act 282 of 1905 (railroads and railcar companies) assessed by the State Tax Commission, petitions for omitted or incorrectly reported property under MCL 211.154 rolls, and manage all aspects of the State Average Tax Rate program. This position will also direct the valuation of the valuation Department of Natural Resources Payment in lieu of Taxes (DNR PILT) properties and the furnishing of valuations to the local assessing units. This position is responsible for managing staff’s work with the State Tax Commission committees including the Assessor Discipline Advisory Committee (ADAC) and Education and Certification Advisory Committee (ECAC). Other functions include responding to technical questions related to assessment of all types of property to assist with the administration of the General Property Tax Act. View Property Manager 14 (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/PROPMGR3A42N Property Manager 14 Central Office (1).pdf) position description Treasury Careers (https://www.michigan.gov/treasurycareers) - Learn more about why Treasury is a Great Place to Work!   Required Education and Experience Education Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major. Experience Note: A position is considered professional if the job requires a bachelor's degree.Qualifying experience is counted post bachelor's degree. Four years of professional experience in real estate equivalent to a Property Analyst, including two years equivalent to a Property Analyst P11 or one year equivalent to a Property Analyst 12. Alternate Education and Experience Certification as a Michigan Advanced Assessing Officer (MAAO) or Master Assessing Officer (MMAO) with the equivalent of five-years full-time experience as a Michigan Certified Assessing Officer qualifies for Property Manager. Additional Requirements and Information Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and a copy of your OFFICIAL college transcript(s) to your application. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) Official Transcripts. For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), the Registrar's signature and/or seal, and must be recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) (https://www.chea.org/) . A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above. Review more information regarding official transcripts (https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/neogov/OfficialTranscript.pdf?rev=b0798c88b0704c4c8feaf3e3e9d1bf80) . Foreign Transcripts.Applicants who possess a degree from a foreign college or university must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by CHEA. (https://www.chea.org/) Go to evaluators (https://naces.org/members/) for a list of accepted organizations that evaluate foreign credentials. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process. Work must be performed in the state of Michigan.If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position prior to being appointed to the position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. Hybrid Remote Work.This position is eligible to work remotely on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and must work onsite Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Selected candidate must have a safe and appropriate designated workspace or workstation for performance of work and secure and sufficient internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. E-Verify.The Michigan Department of Treasury participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/employee-rights-and-responsibilities) and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. AI.The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises. Interviews.Interviews will likely occur virtually using Microsoft Teams. No prior experience with Teams is necessary, as instructions and tips will be provided to all candidates scheduled for an interview. Please Note:Your application for this position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results. Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications Equivalent combinations of nonprofessional experience, identified by the appointing authority and approved by Civil Service that are represented by subclass codes, will be accepted for classified, professional experience equivalent to the P11-level and above. The nonprofessional experience must be related to departmental programs and services that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Some positions may require possession of a valid real estate, appraisal, and/or broker’s license, or certification by the State Tax Commission. View the entire job specification at:https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/P/PropertyManager.pdf The Michigan Department of Treasury is proud to be recognized at the Gold Level as a Veteran-Friendly Employer. Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy. State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. More details on benefits for our new hires are below: Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems. Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits. Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions. Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child. Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day. Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums. Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual. Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income. Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education. Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan. Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs. Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek. Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer. Updated: 2/28/24 01 PROPMGR – Do you possess one of the following? A bachelor's degree or higher in any major. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts; OR at least one year of professional experience in the state of Michigan classified service. OR Possession of a Michigan Advanced Assessing Officer (MAAO) Certification (Level 3) or a Michigan Master Assessing Officer (MMAO) Certification (Level 4) issued by the Michigan State Tax Commission. AND Five years of full-time experience (post MAAO, MMAO, or MCAO certification) as a certified assessor in a local municipality (City, Township, or County). + Yes + No 02 Are you certified by the State Tax Commission as an Assessing Officer? (Certification is required.) + Yes + No 03 What is your current level of certification? + MCAO - Michigan Assessing Officer + MAAO - Michigan Advances Assessing Officer + MMAO - Michigan Master Assessing Officer + No certification 04 How long have you been certified at the MCAO level or higher? + No certification + Less than one year + Between one and two years + Between two and three years + Between three and four years + Between four and five years + More than five years 05 How many years of experience post Michigan Certified Assessing Officer certification (MCAO) do you have working in equalization? + No experience + Less than one year + Between one and two years + Between two and three years + Between three and four years + Between four and five years + More than five years 06 Please describe your most recent equalization experience. If no experience, please respond N/A. 07 How many years of experience post Michigan Certified Assessing Officer certification (MCAO) do you have working in assessment administration? + No experience + Less than one year + Between one and two years + Between two and three years + Between three and four years + Between four and five years + More than five years 08 Please describe your most recent assessment administration experience. If no experience, please respond N/A. 09 Please describe your skills and experience directing and managing professional employees. If you have no experience, please respond N/A 10 How many years of experience do you have utilizing Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) Software? + No experience + One to five years + Five to ten years + More than ten years 11 Besides CAMA Software, what other similar software have you used? If you have no software experience, please respond N/A. 12 How many years of experience do you have utilizing GIS (Geographic Information System) software? + No experience + One to five years + Five to ten years + More than ten years 13 How many years of experience do you have utilizing each of the following software: Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access? If you have no experience, please respond N/A. 14 How many years of experience do you have researching, interpreting, and analyzing the General Property Tax Act? + None to less than one year + One to three years + More than three years 15 Please attach a writing sample (academic or professional) that demonstrates your writing and analytical abilities. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) Did you include your memo as an attachment to your application? + Yes + No 16 If you qualify for this position by possessing a bachelor's degree, did you remember to attach a copy of your OFFICIAL college/university transcript(s) to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) + Yes + No 17 If you answered no to the previous question, please explain why. 18 Did you attach a copy of your cover letter, your detailed resume, and your required memo to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) + Yes + No 19 Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. Do you currently reside in Michigan or if offered the position, would plan to relocate to Michigan? + Yes + No 20 Do you understand this job requires working onsite on Tuesdays and Wednesdays? + Yes + No Required Question Employer State of Michigan Department Treasury Address TreasuryOHR@michigan.gov 430 West Allegan Street Lansing, Michigan, 48922 Phone 517-335-7508 Website https://www.michigan.gov/treasurycareers Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email