Property Tax Research Consultant
State of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, United States
FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $29.73 - $48.48 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid
Recruiter – Shannon Hughes | shughes@utah.gov | 801.297.3853
Application Deadline – 4/12/2026
Job Description The Property Tax Division of the Utah State Tax Commission is currently looking for a skilled and motivated individual to fill the Research Consultant position. This is a professional-level position working under the direction of the Manager.
Principal Duties
Research and compile data, taxing entity creation, boundaries, and taxing authority.
Review information submitted by the counties and taxing entities to ensure correctness and compliance with Utah statute.
Ensure correct certified tax rate calculation.
Assist counties and taxing entities to correct their data when errors are found.
Assist county personnel with matters related to the Property tax calendar, specifically certified tax rates and auditor and treasurer responsibilities.
Develop and conduct training for county personnel and taxing entities.
Review and verify data.
Create reports and provide information on property tax data, values, rates.
Create and maintain accurate digital maps and spatial databases. This includes collecting and creating geographic data, performing quality checks to ensure accuracy.
Qualifications
Has experience in reviewing and analyzing data.
Has knowledge of the Utah Property Tax system.
Ability to create reports and communicate information in both written and verbal format.
Has experience working with elected officials.
Has experience in developing and conducting training.
Has excellent communication skills.
Has experience with local government issues.
Location: 210 North 1950 West, Salt Lake City, Utah 84134, United States.
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No.
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service.
Benefits
Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
The Agency Our mission is to collect revenue for the state and local governments and to equitably administer tax and assigned motor vehicle laws. For more information on working in this division, please check out Utah Property and Miscellaneous Taxes.
EEO Statement The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.
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Salary – $29.73 - $48.48 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid
Recruiter – Shannon Hughes | shughes@utah.gov | 801.297.3853
Application Deadline – 4/12/2026
Job Description The Property Tax Division of the Utah State Tax Commission is currently looking for a skilled and motivated individual to fill the Research Consultant position. This is a professional-level position working under the direction of the Manager.
Principal Duties
Research and compile data, taxing entity creation, boundaries, and taxing authority.
Review information submitted by the counties and taxing entities to ensure correctness and compliance with Utah statute.
Ensure correct certified tax rate calculation.
Assist counties and taxing entities to correct their data when errors are found.
Assist county personnel with matters related to the Property tax calendar, specifically certified tax rates and auditor and treasurer responsibilities.
Develop and conduct training for county personnel and taxing entities.
Review and verify data.
Create reports and provide information on property tax data, values, rates.
Create and maintain accurate digital maps and spatial databases. This includes collecting and creating geographic data, performing quality checks to ensure accuracy.
Qualifications
Has experience in reviewing and analyzing data.
Has knowledge of the Utah Property Tax system.
Ability to create reports and communicate information in both written and verbal format.
Has experience working with elected officials.
Has experience in developing and conducting training.
Has excellent communication skills.
Has experience with local government issues.
Location: 210 North 1950 West, Salt Lake City, Utah 84134, United States.
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No.
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service.
Benefits
Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
The Agency Our mission is to collect revenue for the state and local governments and to equitably administer tax and assigned motor vehicle laws. For more information on working in this division, please check out Utah Property and Miscellaneous Taxes.
EEO Statement The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.
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