EXEMPT ANALYST III - Assessor's Office at Cook County

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Aug, 26

Salary

68143.0

Posted On

21 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Property Tax Exemption Processing, Data Analysis, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, GIS, Legal Description Analysis, Property Valuation, Database Management, Interpersonal Communication, Mathematical Calculations

Industry

Government Administration

Description

1 Position Vacancy Available Work Shift: 9:00am - 5:00pm This is an AFSCME 3835 Bargaining Unit Position Job Summary Reporting to the Manager of Legal Services, the Exempt Analyst administers the exemption process for all exempt agencies that receive an Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) Exemption Certificate, a property tax exemption and/or are granted an exemption by operation of law. The Exempt Analyst provides information regarding the exempt property processes, analyzes application documentation, maintains databases to track exempt agencies and documentation, determines exemption valuation concerns, applies exemptions via the appeals process, and communicates decisions. The Exempt Analyst is in constant communication with applicants, other agencies, elected officials, and the general public. Essential Job Duties • Receives assignments and guidance from the Manager of Legal Services. • Responsible for the entire life cycle for exempt properties and owners of exempt properties (also known as exempt agencies); including the intake of Board of Review Complaints, receiving the subsequent decision from the IDOR, and requesting a field inspection to ensure correct application of the exemption. • Prepares an analysis of maps, GIS, field reports and math calculations when there is a request for field inspection. • Calculates the exemption amount, applies and enters the exemption into the database, grants certificates of error either in-house or via application, mails annual affidavits, reviews the completed annual affidavits, analyzes changes regarding the status of the exemption and acts on reported changes. • Coordinates the exemption process with both the township opening and closing schedule and the Divisions unit’s schedule. • Provides status changes and leasehold creation requests to the Divisions unit. • Coordinates the annual rollover of all exempt properties to open the assessment year, including making changes in exempt status, applying exemptions, removing exemptions, recommending back- taxes for omitted assessments, and sending and receiving field reports during the valuations process. • Runs reports to coordinate the opening and closing of townships with the Divisions unit and IT Department. • Enter and process omitted assessment data, coordinate with field and valuations teams to establish omitted assessments. Send notices of omitted assessments and result letters to taxpayers. • May participate in public policy discussions, analysis and discussion of proposed laws, participation in studies, and writing of research papers. • May work extended hours, weekends and holidays as assigned. The duties described above are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete description of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work. Minimum Qualifications • High school diploma or GED certificate. • Three (3) years of full-time work experience preparing or processing at least one of the following: property tax appeals, certificates of error, general property tax exemptions, or the valuation or appraisal of real property. • Two (2) years of full-time customer service experience in an office setting. Preferred Qualifications • Current CCAO employee with at least one (1) year of full-time work experience with property tax exempt properties including preparing or processing exemption applications, not including homeowner type exemptions. • Associate Degree or higher from an accredited college or university. • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics • Must be computer literate, with skill and efficiency in entering and retrieving data. • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to address complex issues regarding exempt property. • Ability to work with others; excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with the public and co-workers. • Ability to interact with the general public and taxpayers, providing guidance and information regarding exempt property. • Knowledge of the Assessor’s Office procedures, polices, practices and guidelines or the ability to gain such knowledge. • Ability to meet Office and departmental deadlines and effectively utilize time with limited oversight. • Knowledge of CCAO procedures related to scheduling of the assessment cycle/township cycle or the ability to gain such knowledge. • Ability to create good working relationships both inter-agency and intra-agency. • Ability to self-start and work independently, escalating issues to management where appropriate. • Ability to understand and analyze legal descriptions of real property. • Knowledge of the Illinois Property Tax Code Sections, including Articles 9, 14, and 15 of the Property Tax Code, or the ability to gain such knowledge. • Must have math skills to accurately calculate exemptions including the ability to create/use formulas in excel or equivalent software. Physical Requirements • Visual acuity to review and edit written communications for long periods of time. • Walking between offices and meetings may be required. • Repetitive use of hands to handle and/or operate standard office equipment. • Regular use of a telephone to communicate. • Occasionally required to lift and carry up to thirty (30) pounds. ANNUAL SALARY: $68,143 - Grade 16 This is an AFSCME 3835 Bargaining Union Position Benefits Package Includes: Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Basic Term Life Insurance Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program Employee Assistance Program Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Hybrid Work Schedule (granted at the discretion of the Department Head -- CCAO employees are expected to live within a distance of Cook County that will allow them to work in the office as demanded by operational needs) For more information on our top tier benefits package click on the following link: 2026 Cook County Benefits METHOD OF APPLICATION: Internal Applicants Apply online at: https://cookcountyil.taleo.net/careersection/170/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en External Applicants Apply online at: https://cookcountyil.taleo.net/careersection/120/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en APPLICATION DEADLINE: Online submissions will close at 11:59pm on 06/04/2026. Applications of eligible applicants will be retained for consideration for 12 months following receipt of application, or until this Notice of Job Opportunity is withdrawn, whichever occurs first. On or before the final date for interviews, applicants must furnish Human Resources with sufficient proof of education (if applicable), designations/certifications, professional references, and photo identification. SPECIAL NOTE: An Excel skills assessment test will be administered as part of the interview process for this job. ANY APPLICANT THAT FAILS TO COMPLY WITH ANY OF THE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS NOTICE OF JOB OPPORTUNITY WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED ELIGIBLE FOR THE POSITION. The Office of the Cook County Assessor hires and promotes based on applicant qualifications and merit. The use of political factors as a condition of employment for the above job opportunity is prohibited. Any questions should be sent to Human Resources at 312-603-5115 or assessor.ccaohr@cookcountyil.gov. *All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of a criminal background check* (Current Cook County Assessor's Office employees will not be subject to a criminal background check) *Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship* COOK COUNTY ASSESSOR’S OFFICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Last modified: August 2, 2023

Responsibilities

The Exempt Analyst administers the property tax exemption process for agencies receiving certificates from the IDOR or by operation of law. This includes analyzing application documentation, maintaining tracking databases, and communicating decisions to applicants and elected officials.