Special Advisor – Rating and Taxing Valuations

• Unique opportunity to shape NSW’s mass valuation system and provide high level advice
• Temporary full-time role for up to six months with a flexible/hybrid working model
• Location negotiable across NSW with main offices in Newcastle, Parramatta, Coffs Harbour, Queanbeyan, Wollongong, Orange and Bathurst
• TRP from $232k to $256k including superannuation, commensurate with experience

Value NSW (VNSW) is a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation dedicated to delivering excellence in property valuation and assessment across NSW. We are currently seeking an experienced valuation professional to join our leadership team as the Special Advisor Rating and Taxing Valuations.

As the Special Advisor Rating and Taxing Valuations you will work closely with the Chief Executive Office and Valuer General, providing high level technical and authoritative advice on rating and taxing valuations and new initiatives.

You will lead improvement projects for NSW’s mass valuation system, under which land valuation assessments for over 2.65 million properties are made annually across NSW. This is a unique role as these assessments, valued at approximately $2.8 trillion, underpin around $15 billion in revenue for the NSW Government and Local Councils.

In addition to the above, you’ll be called upon to support the wider VNSW business as a subject matter expert – with a lens of training and development for valuation staff.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have the ability to think strategically and communicate with high level executives with specialist expert knowledge and extensive experience in land valuations made under the Valuation of Land Act 1916.

It is essential that you:

• Enjoy solving wicked problems
• Can navigate the grey to produce an outcome
• Can communicate the most complex of scenarios in plain English
• Are not afraid of thinking fast when needed, and owning a decision
• Enjoy a fast-paced environment where you’ll be required to roll up the sleeves
• Want to make a difference and be involved in key decisions.

Essential Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in property, valuation and/or business with a specialist knowledge of land valuation
• Associate Membership of the Australian Property Institute with Certified Practicing Valuer designation or equivalent professional membership

About Us

The Valuer General is an independent statutory officer, appointed by the Governor of New South Wales to oversee the State’s land valuation system. Value NSW provides services to, supports, and where appropriately delegated, delivers relevant functions on behalf of the Valuer General of NSW.

This includes:

• Defining and setting the standards and policies for the land valuation system for rating and taxing purposes along with the determination of compensation through the compulsory acquisition process to ensure integrity within the NSW Government is upheld.
• Monitoring, quality assurance and governance pertaining to the quality of the valuations undertaken relevant to both the Valuation of Land Act 1916 and the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991.
• Providing other specialised valuation activities, services and determinations as/when required for other cluster or statewide government partners; and
• Providing professional leadership and stewardship to the valuation industry.

Perks of Working for VNSW:

• Join one of Australia’s largest employers of valuers – learn from industry leaders.
• Flexible working arrangements available with a hybrid working model split between working from home and the office.
• Be part of landmark digital transformation in NSW Government, with whole of economy benefits across communities and industry from the VGNSW Land Valuation Refresh Program (VALIQ).
• Generous leave options including 4 weeks paid annual leave, 14 weeks paid parental leave, and study leave available.
• Reimbursement of travel costs and associated expenses, where travel is required.
• Professional development costs covered and internal career progression opportunities available.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role. All applications are to be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website: https://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au/job/special-advisor-rating-and-taxing-valuations-482515

Applications close on Tuesday 3 September 2024 at 11:55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Melissa Chetcuti, A/Senior Manager Talent Acquisition via email at [email protected].

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

If we can make adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team on [email protected].

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