Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$88,604.78 - $135,792.20 Annual
Department:
Department of County Management (DCM)
Job Type:
Regular Non-Represented
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Exempt)
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
August 02, 2026
The Opportunity:
Overview
Who We are Seeking:
The Division of Assessment, Recording, and Taxation (DART) is seeking a Program Supervisor for our Business Personal Property team. We are looking for a dedicated professional who is a:
People-first supervisor dedicated to training, mentoring, and monitoring a team of 5 direct reports plus 3-5 additional seasonal employees while fostering a collaborative, supportive workplace culture.
Compliance expert adept at interpreting Oregon Revised Statute and Oregon Administrative rules, advising on, understanding and implementing legislative updates, meeting mandatory legal deadlines, and assisting in state-level reporting.
Forward thinking leader devoted to delivering excellent service and increasing workplace efficiencies.
Public service champion dedicated to resolving complex taxpayer issues, managing daily business operations, and maintaining a positive community image.
Responsibilities:
Develops, plans, prioritizes, and implements programs and strategic planning as it relates to the Business Personal Property team
Oversees and directs the work of technical staff, ensuring accuracy and completeness of data entry, review of electronically submitted business personal property returns
Responsibilities include planning, prioritizing, assigning, managing and reviewing the work of established and tenured technical staff for business personal property while adhering to Oregon Department of Revenue guidelines
Consults with senior management and the Oregon Department of Revenue regarding assessment issues and applicable regulations
Recruits, trains, mentors, counsels, and disciplines staff
Provides consistent, supportive leadership to a technical team dealing with a significant workload, both on paper and electronically, maintaining strict statutory deadlines; cultivates an inclusive, equitable work environment that actively supports staff well-being, workload balance, and professional composure under pressure
This role addresses assessment related issues, works closely with senior management to recommend and implement section objectives, ensures policies and procedures
The position requires performing various technical project management tasks within the assigned area of responsibility
Performs site visits to ensure quality and completeness of Business Personal Property submissions and when managing appeals
Works with HR and the Union to resolve staff issues.
Collaborates with leaders of other business sections within the Division to provide additional staff support during tax seasons
Collaborates with Commercial/Industrial Valuation leadership on complex valuation issues related to Business Personal Property
Reviews and approves assessment roll changes
Represents the Assessor at the Property Values Appeals Board and Magistrate Division of the Oregon Tax Court for Business Personal Property value appeals and negotiations
Works with outside vendors to acquire services, i.e. Smartfile, letter printing & mailing, Translation services etc.
Collaborates with Applications Support on implementation and yearly maintenance of online Smartfile filing system
Represents the Business Personal Property interests and needs when migrating to a new CAMA system
Manage staff requests for time off and approves time entry at the end of pay period
Review and provide input to new or changing legislation
Who We Are and What We Do:
This position will be a part of the DART within the Department of County Management (DCM). DART strives to ensure the stability and quality of life for our community by providing local government with the revenues necessary to fund essential services. We pride ourselves on providing reliable, responsive, personal service to the public and our co-workers. As a team, we are committed to being good stewards of public resources while creating a safe and inclusive environment for employees, customers, and the communities we serve.
To Qualify
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Possession of or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire an Oregon State Appraiser Registration (bi-annual recertification required)
Minimum of three (3) years experience in appraisal / assessment or another property valuation related field
Ability to pass a criminal background check
Possession of or ability to obtain an appropriate State driver’s license, valid car insurance, and access to a vehicle in order to conduct site visits
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Leadership and/or management experience in an appraisal office with a focus on Business Personal Property and/or Commercial/Industrial Valuation
Experience with complex Business Personal Property Valuation
Workforce management, including coaching and progressive discipline experience within a union work environment
Appeal management, coordination, settlement and testimony experience
Project management experience
Experience in the hiring and selection process
- Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
Screening and Evaluation
The Application Packet: Your completed application must include the following items:
A completed online application.
A resume that contains your relevant experience and education. Please be sure your resume includes the following for each employer: name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, a brief summary of your responsibilities, and if applicable the number of employees under your supervision.
A cover letter that expands on your resume and addresses
Note: The application, resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, addressing how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualification listed, as these materials may be scored and determine if you move forward in the process.
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications: We may do an additional preferred review, phone screen, and/or send out additional supplemental questions to identify those highest qualified.
Consideration of top candidates: We will consider qualified candidates in order of rank and score from the list of eligible candidates. This may include panel interview(s), a hiring interview, and/or additional testing to determine the best candidates for a position.
Background check and reference checks: All finalists must pass reference checks and some departments may require a criminal records check.
Additional Details
This recruitment may be used to fill full-time, part-time, temporary, limited duration and on-call positions.
Type of Position: This is a salary, non-represented position that is not eligible for overtime.
Schedule: Monday - Friday; There may be some flexibility with scheduling, and daily start and end times.
Hybrid Telework: This position is designated as “hybrid telework,” meaning you will be working both remotely (from home) and in person at an onsite location. The designation of Hybrid Telework may be subject to change at a future time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations. The onsite work location for this position is the Multnomah Building, 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd Portland OR 97214.
Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; and much more. Find more details on our benefits website.
Equal Pay Law: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.
Serving the Public, Even During Disasters
Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.
In accordance with Oregon Law, Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Questions?
Recruiter:
Jessi Rhodes
Email:
[email protected]
Phone:
+1 (971) 8650407
Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
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