Senior Appraisal Analyst

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Candidates must clearly demonstrate in the screening questionnaire how they meet the education and experience criteria listed in the Essential Qualifications and Asset Qualifications if applicable. Please note that stating that the requirement has been met, and/or listing past or current responsibilities, does not represent adequate substantiation. Rather, you must provide concrete examples that clearly illustrate how you meet the requirement. Résumés may be used as a secondary source to validate the qualifications described; comments such as "refer to my attached résumé" will not be accepted and may result in your application being rejected.

Duties

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) (formally known as Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC)) is the engine that powers the Government of Canada. We support the daily operations of roughly 106 federal departments and agencies. By focusing on what we do best - providing innovative common services to the government - we help departments focus on what they do best: serving Canadians.

Public Services and Procurement Canada, Payments in Lieu of Taxes Program, requires a Senior Valuation Analyst with expertise in the real estate appraisal, assessment and property taxation. The duties include: contract and review appraisal reports and establish property values and tax classifications on federal properties for the calculation of payments in lieu of taxes.

The job description is available on demand for more details about the job responsibilities and qualifications.

Work environment

Did you know that Public Services and Procurement Canada was selected as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers in 2018 for a second year in a row? We invite you to join an organization that is committed to ensuring an inclusive workplace and respect for all!

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates may be established through this process to staff identical or similar positions within the Department of Public Services and Procurement Canada in the Pacific Region with various tenures (such as permanent, specified period or casual). The pool could be used to staff positions in the Valuation Program and the Payment in lieu of Taxes Program. The positions are located in Vancouver.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION
Successful completion of two years of a post-secondary program with acceptable specialization in social science, statistics, or a law-related field OR a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in an appraisal related field.

Degree equivalency

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION
A valid professional designation of either the Accredited Appraiser Canadian Institute (AACI) designation - professional appraiser from the Appraisal Institute of Canada or the Évaluateur Agréé (EA) designation from the Order of Chartered Appraisers of Quebec.

If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. This will enable you to provide proof of Canadian equivalency when applying for a job in the public service. The public service will accept any Foreign Educational Credentials as long as they are deemed comparable to Canadian standards, through a recognized credential assessment service. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at https://www.cicic.ca/2/home.canada.

EXPERIENCE
Significant* and Recent** experience in estimating the Market value of commercial OR industrial properties.

Significant* and Recent** experience in estimating the Market Rent of office AND industrial space.

Experience in defending opinion of property value.

Experience in writing detailed appraisal or assessment reports.

*Significant will be evaluated in relation to the amount, complexity and diversity of the work handled.
**Recent is defined as having occurred within the last five years.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:
University degree with specialization in real estate, business, commerce, economics or finance.

Degree equivalency

Experience as a fee appraiser.

Experience in completing appraisal reviews.

Experience in estimating the market value of land including large comprehensive development sites, rural acreage parcels and special purpose sites.

Experience in the real estate assessment field (i.e. property tax assessment reviews).

Experience in testifying as an expert witness.

Experience in preparing and presenting reports to clients or management.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

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KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of real estate appraisal theory and practices.
Knowledge of financial analysis for the valuation of real property.

COMPETENCIES
Values and Ethics
Thinking things through
Engagement
Excellence through Results
Client Service, Level 1

For more information on the Client Service Competencies, please see the following link: http://www.tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca/sc-cs/index-eng.html

ABILITIES
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of real property assessment and taxation principles.
Knowledge of real property mass appraisal techniques.

Ability to manage valuations for a portfolio of properties.
Ability to interpret and apply case law related to real property tax assessment.
Ability to negotiate.
Ability to review appraisal reports and provide recommendations relating to appraisal principles, CUSPAP and PSPC Appraisal policy.

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS
Placement of PSPC employees affected by work force adjustment.
Placement of employees subject to current or future reorganization.
Public Services and Procurement Canada is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. This organizational need may be identified as part of the appointment decision. In such cases, qualified candidates who self-declare as members of a visible minority group, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities or women (in non-traditional occupations) would be considered.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid driver’s license or mobility to the extent of the possession of a valid driver’s license.

Willing and able to travel periodically throughout British Columbia and the Yukon.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

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Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

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Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

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We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.