What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Services - Field Assessor position at Mifflin County?
BOARD OF ASSESSMENT APPEALS
COMMISSIONERS
OF MIFFLIN COUNTY Robert P. Postal
Lewistown, PA 17044 DIRECTOR
Merry A. Bratton, CPE
Phone: 717-248-5783 mbratton@mifflincountypa.gov
Fax: 717-242-5465
Hours: M-F 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. SOLICITOR
BMZ Law
JOB POSTING
Office: Mifflin County Tax Services Department
Position: Field Assessor
Pay Grade: 7
Duties: Attached
Posted: March 10, 2026
Deadline for Applications: March 23, 2026
Employees who wish to apply for the vacancy shall indicate in writing and
submit to the Commissioners' Office or Tax Services Department by the
deadline listed above.
All others, please submit a resume and application to either of the offices listed
above.
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Mifflin County
Position Description
Position Title: Field Assessor Department: Tax Service
Date: February 21, 2018 Reports to: Director of Tax
Services
Purpose of Position
The purpose of this position is to perform field inspections of real estate and ensure that
accurate and updated information and values are added to the ad valorem tax system.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as
exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and/or assigned.
Performs field inspections on new construction; additions to existing properties and vacant
land on a daily basis.
Performs preliminary calculations and completes field sheets with complete information on
properties to satisfy guidelines.
Examines appeal information and may represent the Assessment Office at Tax Appeal
hearings.
Maintains and reviews building and mobile home permits and revises records.
Enters information into database, computes, values and prepares appropriate documentation.
Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
High school graduate with technical training in property appraisal and one to two years
experience or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent
knowledge, skills and abilities. Will receive required training to obtain current license from
the State Board of Appraisal as a Certified Pennsylvania Evaluator and maintenance of
certification as required by the state. Must obtain this certification within one-year of date
hired.
Proficient in word processing, general data entry software and knowledge of software
necessary to function in the assessment office such as ArcView and spreadsheets.
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Physical Requirements
Ability to operate motor vehicle and walk rough terrain.
Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including computer, calculator, typewriter,
telephone, etc.
Mathematical Ability
Ability to use Computer Aided Design software to prepare residential drawing, digital camera
and imaging systems.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, calculate decimals, percentages and ratios;
knowledge of basic principles of algebra and geometry.
Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication
Ability to comprehend and interpret a variety of documents valuation service manuals, appeal
forms and appraisals both residential and commercial.
Ability to use prescribed formats and conforming to all rules of procedure, punctuation,
grammar diction and style.
Ability to communicate effectively with the property owners, general public, elected and
court officials in a cordial and tactful manner both verbally and in writing.
Environmental Adaptability
Ability to perform outdoor work year-round and in a variety of environments and terrains
including construction and industrial sites, mountain and farm land, flood and other disaster
areas.
Ability to work effectively in an office, computer and Internet environment.
Mifflin County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals
with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss
potential accommodations with the employer.