Property Assessor II

The City of St. Albert is recruiting an individual to join our Financial & Strategic Services department as a Property Assessor.

Reporting to the Manager, Assessment Services, this position is responsible for collecting and maintaining assessment data, conducting property inspections, completing property valuations, and supporting fair, accurate, and defensible property assessments in accordance with municipal and provincial legislation.

The successful candidate will work with residential and non-residential property assessments, conduct market analysis, respond to assessment inquiries, and support assessment appeal activities.

The City is primarily seeking a candidate qualified for the Property Assessor II classification. However, candidates who do not meet the full qualifications for the Property Assessor II level may be considered for appointment as a Property Assessor I, depending on qualifications, accreditation, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform valuation and classification decisions on residential and non-residential properties by collecting and reviewing market, sales, and physical property inspection data to ensure accurate assessments.
• Re-inspect and re-evaluate existing properties and provide accurate assessments for new building improvements in compliance with provincial legislation and the Municipal Government Act.
• Research and verify market data through sales validation, property inspections, real estate market information, and industry communications.
• Produce fair and equitable assessments used to support municipal budgeting and ratepayer taxation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Respond to inquiries from property owners, tax agents, municipal staff, and other stakeholders by presenting and explaining assessment methodology and outcomes.
• Prepare and present, or support the presentation of, assessment appeal defences before the Assessment Review Board.
• Maintain accurate, transparent assessment records and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

Property Assessor II

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a related field with 5 years of related experience, or a Diploma in Appraisal, Assessment, or Urban Land Economics with 7 years of relevant related experience is required.
• Accredited Municipal Assessor of Alberta (AMAA) designation is required.
• Membership in the Alberta Assessors’ Association is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of assessment and municipal legislation, valuation methodologies, construction methods and techniques, and real estate market trends.
• Proficient user of the Microsoft Office Suite, CAMAlot, Marshall & Swift, SQL is required.
• Equivalent combinations of experience and education may be considered.

Property Assessor I

• Diploma in Appraisal/Assessment or Urban Land Economics or a degree in a related field.
• A minimum of 6 months of assessment/appraisal experience is required, preferably working with the three approaches to value.
• Working towards an accredited designation from the Alberta Assessors’ Association.
• Proficient user of the Microsoft Office Suite, CAMAlot, Marshall & Swift, and Apex Sketch Software.
• Demonstrated knowledge of assessment and municipal legislation, valuation methodologies, construction methods and techniques, real estate market trends, and statistical analysis.
• Equivalent combinations of experience and education may be considered.

Hours of Work

• We offer a compressed bi-weekly work schedule of 72 hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00 – 5:00, with a biweekly regular day off (RDO).
• Benefit from flexible work hours by adjusting your start and end times by 30 or 60 minutes around our business hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Compensation

• This position may be filled at either the Property Assessor II or Property Assessor I level based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.
• The salary range for a Property Assessor II is $96,878.86 - $119,233.92 per year.
• The salary range for a Property Assessor I is $76,780.34-$94,499.34 per year.
• The City offers a comprehensive benefits package with a flexible spending account, pension plan, and accrued paid vacation starting at 3 weeks per year.
• Learn more about our benefits here: Employee Benefit Guide.

Why You Should Work With Us

• Eligible to apply for a Hybrid Remote Work arrangement, with a minimum of 51% of work time spent onsite and the remainder worked remotely. Employees are eligible to participate in this program after 3 months of employment, subject to satisfactory performance.
• You will receive a Flexible Spending Account limit at the beginning of each calendar year (permanent full time $400).
• Employees can purchase an annual Recreation Access Pass for $87 + tax, granting unlimited access to Servus Credit Union Place (excluding PLAYcare and registered programs), Fountain Park Recreation Centre, and Grosvenor Outdoor Pool.
• Free parking near most City worksites (ask for location specific details).

Conditions of Employment

• The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of educational and professional credentials.
• The successful applicant will be required to obtain a satisfactory police information check.
• Please note that the presence of charges or convictions does not automatically preclude an individual from being considered for employment. All findings will be reviewed and assessed in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position.
• A valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s Licence and access to a personal vehicle for business use are required.

Application Information

• Please apply via the City of St. Albert Careers page careers.stalbert.ca (or click 'Apply' and you will be directed to our page)
• Please upload a cover letter and a resume when applying for this opportunity. These will need to be uploaded as two separate documents.
• Please note that the City conducts most interviews via video conference and will provide a link and instructions to applicants selected for an interview.
• Applications will only be accepted to 10:00 p.m. (Mountain Time Zone) on the closing date of November 8, 2026.