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Job Description
DEPUTY ASSESSOR LEVY & AUDIT JOB DESCRIPTION
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Job Title: Deputy Assessor Levy & Audit
Dept./Division: Assessor Job Class Code: 1039
Pay Grade: 121 PCN: 1039001
FLSA: Non-Exempt Effective Date: October 2007
Representation Status: Teamsters Revision Date: September 2025
Reports To: Chief Deputy Assessor
NATURE OF WORK
Under general supervision, this position coordinates and performs a variety of technical assessment functions for the Lewis County Assessor's Office. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following duties are the fundamental, crucial job duties performed by this position. This is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that may be assigned. Incumbent may be required to perform other duties as assigned and appropriate for the position.
• Collects data used to establish the County's levy rates; calculates levies, tax rolls, and timber assessed values used in the levy process; certifies values for each new tax year and balances related calculations.
• Determines and collects requested and allowable tax revenues from junior taxing districts; establishes and certifies levy rates to the County Treasurer's Office for tax billing purposes.
• Creates daily recalculation worksheets for taxes to be rebilled by the Treasurer. • Creates weekly notices for changes in value to be sent to the taxpayer. • Updates and maintains data pertaining to State Assessed Utility Properties. • Compiles and submits annual assessment and statistical reports to the Department of Revenue. • Develops, generates, and maintains a variety of computerized reports as required by all
departments within the Assessor's Office.
• Conducts program update tests; communicates related requests and issues to the Tax Program Administrator.
• Responds to audit related inquiries from County residents; receives and processes public disclosure requests.
• Works with the Assessor to prepare and attend meetings with districts and the public to educate levy processes and possible changes in the process.
• Assists the Chief Deputy with annual assessment functions to complete the assessment and tax rolls.
Job Title: Deputy Assessor Levy & Audit Job Class Code: 1039
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WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work is performed in a standard office environment and involves light physical demands and frequent
use of personal computers.
QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED: Education, experience, certifications, etc.
• Associate's Degree in Public Administration or a closely related field; AND three (3) years' experience in assessments and levy process administration; OR
• A combination of at least three (3) years relevant experience and/or education.
• A valid Driver's License is required. COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Behaviors): Knowledge of:
• Audit, assessment, and levy principles and processes. • Special use programs and methods of administration. • Washington Administrative Code and the Revised Code of Washington. • Assessment software and departmental records and reports.
Skills in:
• Coordinating and conducting a variety of specialized assessment functions. • Compiling data, preparing reports, and performing mathematical calculations. • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other staff, outside agencies, and
the general public. • Proficiency in MS Excel and knowledge of MS Access. • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to:
• Learn and follow County policies and procedures. Behaviors: • Regular, reliable attendance.
Job Title: Deputy Assessor Levy & Audit Job Class Code: 1039
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Additional Information
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- AD&D
- Retirement
- Long-term Disability
- EAP Program
For additional benefit and compensation information, please see attached documents.
Lewis County is seeking an Electrician within the Facilities Department. This recruitment is open to any qualified applicant, preference will be given to any qualified current Teamsters Combined employee. The recruitment will remain open until October 12, 2025, with a first review date October 6, 2025. -
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