Personal Property Specialist

State of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Personal Property Specialist Salary - $61,306 WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE! TRANSPARENCY. FAIRNESS. COMPLIANCE. The Oklahoma Tax Commission is committed to leading Oklahoma with unparalleled customer service. Our mission is to promote tax compliance through serving taxpayers with transparency and fairness in administration of the tax code and unparalleled customer service. Check out our About Us page to learn why we are passionate about tax compliance and believe it is the career for you! There are perks to working for the OTC. We know that benefits matter, and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees: Generous state-paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums. A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations. Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care. A Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match. 15 days of paid vacation and 15 days of sick leave for full-time employees the first year. 11 paid holidays a year. Paid Maternity leave for eligible employees. Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders. A Longevity Bonus for years of service. JOB SUMMARY The Personal Property Specialist will be assigned professional-level work where employees are responsible for processing business personal property, including in-person inspections on behalf of the Oklahoma Tax Commission. This critical role is generally performed with a high degree of technical and administrative freedom to plan, develop, and organize all phases of the work necessary for completion within broad program guidelines. The Ad Valorem Division is responsible for oversight of the general administrative functions of the office, and the general oversight of the property tax in Oklahoma.

Requirements

• Knowledge of State statutes and policies pertaining to business personal property
• Computer technology principles, terminology, and automated systems
• Skills in Interpersonal skills
• Using a computer and applicable software
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
• Proficient analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Written & verbal communication; active listening
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to Review and analyze information and apply rules and statutes to correctly process business personal property
• Be self-motivated
• Work independently with limited instruction/supervision
• Prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Communicate effectively
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business/public administration or a closely related field.
• OR advanced accreditation for Oklahoma County Assessors and Deputies as certified by Oklahoma State University Center for Local Government Technology; PLUS, one year of experience in the business personal property unit of an assessor’s office or closely related work.
• OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience, substituting one year of experience in the business personal property unit of an assessor’s office or closely related work for each year of the required education.
• This position requires extensive travel. Applicants must have reliable transportation and be willing and able to perform all job-related travel.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Oklahoma State Driver’s License is also required.
• Oklahoma Tax Commission’s normal work hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4:30pm.
• This schedule may require minor flexibility based on the needs of the agency.
• Telework may be required based on the needs of the agency, division, and section.
• If applicable, applicant must be willing and able to BOTH work on-site and telework at an off-site location, generally in the applicant’s home.
• Applicant must have a secure internet connection and a dedicated telephone (landline) or smart phone device during scheduled working hours.
• This position has access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and is required to uphold the strictest standards of confidentiality as an essential part of its job responsibilities. This includes safeguarding all tax information obtained from records, files, tax returns, and departmental investigations, whether in paper, electronic, or verbal form.

Nice To Haves

• Preference may be given to applicants who have experience in a County Assessor's Office and/or are OSU CLGT accredited in the Assessor Training and Accreditation (ATAP) program.

Responsibilities

• Screens, audits, and processes applications for Exempt Manufacturing programs
• Travels to Exempt Manufacturing facilities for required in-person inspections a few months per year as part of the Exemption Program
• Examines, investigates, and reviews records, reports, and management practices to ensure compliance with state rules and statutes
• Determines proper business personal property classifications
• Provides assistance to county officers with personal property questions
• Visits to county offices may be required
• Maintains records for business depreciation schedules and business personal property classes
• Produces and maintains Business Personal Property Schedule and other publications as required by state statute
• Assists at various events throughout the year pertaining to business personal property, including the Annual Educational Conference
• Appropriately addresses internal and external customer issues while respecting business needs, especially as it relates to business personal property
• Evaluates relevant data and aspects of situations and make appropriate decisions
• Other similar duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous state-paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• A Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of paid vacation and 15 days of sick leave for full-time employees the first year.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Paid Maternity leave for eligible employees.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• A Longevity Bonus for years of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level