Internal Opportunity – Field Assessor

Municipal Assessment Agency
St. John’s | Gander | Corner Brook |
Phone: 1-877-777-2807
www.maa.ca

Field Assessor
Internal Opportunity
Temporary (One (1) year position) – Two positions available
The Municipal Assessment Agency is required to provide municipalities with real property values
(or assessments) in accordance with the terms and conditions of the province’s Assessment Act,
2006. We are responsible for providing a fair and effective property assessment service to more
than 235 municipalities within Newfoundland & Labrador.

Location: Eastern Regional Office (St. John’s, NL)
Why join the Municipal Assessment Agency?
The Municipal Assessment Agency is committed to providing employees with training and overall
professional growth. Employees may be eligible for reimbursement for training that supports
career advancement, including full certification in designated fields (subject to employment
terms). We also offer a variety of flexible work arrangements, including options to work a
compressed schedule to support work-life balance. Additionally, we provide comprehensive
health benefits, leave benefits, travel cost reimbursements (as per NL Government policies), an
employee & family assistance program, and challenging work.

The Role:
The Valuation Services Division of the Municipal Assessment Agency is hiring a Field Assessor.
Reporting to the Manager of Assessment Operations, the successful candidate will ensure
accurate collection of data associated with the real property valuation process. The candidate
will provide outstanding customer service to our clients throughout Newfoundland & Labrador.

Key Responsibilities:
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Collect and document all types of data (i.e. surveys, building plans, blueprints, measurements of
areas and locations, etc.).
Record data on all types of real property including undeveloped, residential, commercial, industrial,
and institutional properties.
Perform site visits with property owners to complete inspections and respond to inquiries from the
public.
Assign prescribed classifications to property improvements, review details of real property
transactions with vendors and purchasers, collect details on covenants and leases with lessees and
lessors, and review existing property data to ascertain accuracy.
Collaborate with assessment staff, municipal and provincial government officials, and the public.
Daily activities will be performed with a minimum of direct supervision.

Screening Criteria:
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High School Diploma supplemented by related training and/or post-secondary education in
appraisal/assessment or related field (equivalencies may be considered)

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Experience in the real estate, construction or valuation field (asset)
Achieved or working towards an assessment related professional designation (asset)

Assessment Criteria:
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Knowledge of the Assessment Act and real property data collection practices
Basic measurement and mathematical skills
Proficiency with information management applications
Ability to read and understand legal documents, surveys, subdivision/building plans
Organization skills
Ability to communicate effectively
Conflict resolution
Ability to work in a team
Customer service skills
Ability to work independently

Conditions of Offer:
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Proof of valid class 5 NL Driver’s Licence
Driver’s abstract satisfactory to the employer
Criminal Record Check from local police satisfactory to the employer

Conditions of Acceptance:
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Willing to accept day travel (significant)
Willing to accept overnight travel (occasional)
Willing to accept overtime (occasional)
Acknowledges requirement for performing work outside
Acknowledges requirement for use of a private vehicle (with business insurance)

Salary:

CG-27 ($25.99 – $28.74 per hour) based on thirty-five (35) hours per
week.

Closing Date:

July 31, 2025

Applications, quoting reference MAA.FA.10.2025, must be submitted to [email protected].
Applicant Information:
 For additional information on this job opportunity, please contact Human Resources at 709330-0855
 Disability related accommodations and alternate formats are available upon request.
 This is a NAPE GS bargaining unit position and as per the Collective Agreement, applicants
internal to the bargaining unit will be considered prior to other candidates.
 Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
 Applications that do not clearly demonstrate the required criteria will be screened-out.
 This competition may be used to fill similar vacancies with the Municipal Assessment
Agency Inc.

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