POSITION:  Commercial/Industrial Field Deputy

DEPARTMENT:  Assessor

WORK SCHEDULE: M-F 8:00-4:30

JOB CATEGORY: Non-Exempt COMOT

SALARY: 50,000-63,000 Annually

STATUS:  Full Time

FLSA STATUS:  Non-Exempt

DATES: Open until September 7, 2026

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required. St. Joseph County provides reasonable accommodations to qualified employees and applicants with known disabilities who require accommodation to complete the application process or perform essential functions of the job unless those accommodations would present an undue hardship.

The Commercial and Industrial Field Deputy is a full-time position responsible for collecting, verifying, and maintaining accurate commercial, industrial and residential property data for assessment purposes. This position conducts field inspections, maintains property records, and assists the Commercial Department in ensuring accurate and equitable property assessments. The successful candidate will possess strong analytical and organization skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in both field and office environments while providing outstanding customer service.

Benefits

Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

Paid Time Off (PTO) with generous accruals

Employer Paid Life Insurance coverage

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care

Gym Membership Discounts to encourage wellness

Employer-Funded PERF (Public Employees' Retirement Fund)

Access to additional voluntary benefits and resources

Responsibilities

Conduct field inspections of commercial, industrial, and residential properties to collect, verify, and maintain accurate property characteristics.

Measure structures and verify exterior dimensions using accepted assessment standards and established County procedures.

Inspect new construction, remodeling projects, demolitions, and property improvements.

Assist department managers with property research, data collection, and special projects.

Obtain Indiana Appraisal Certification Levels I, II and III. Required to attend meetings, training programs, and continuing education courses.

Qualifications

Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills.

Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn specialized assessment software, GIS applications, and other County technology.

Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.

Ability to read and interpret building plans, sketches, property record cards, and construction information, or the aptitude to quickly learn.

Education/Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Associate’s of Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Real Estate, Construction Management, Engineering, Surveying, Geography, Public Administration or a related field.

Physical Requirements

Work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Frequent walking on uneven terrain, construction sites and undeveloped property

Ability to walk long distances, climb stairs, crouch, kneel