Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

James Allen

Clarkston

Summary

Dynamic Property Assessor with extensive experience at Bloomfield Township, excelling in property valuation and market analysis. Proven ability to defend assessments and provide expert guidance on tax law compliance. Skilled in data management and field inspections, fostering strong relationships with homeowners and real estate professionals to achieve optimal outcomes.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Property Assessor

Bloomfield Township
Bloomfield Hills
11.1999 - 05.2023
  • Research land, property and market values
  • Inspect new construction and omitted property
  • Provide technical assistance to staff and elected officials
  • Defend assessments at the Michigan Tax Tribunal and State Tax Commission
  • Assist homeowners and real estate professionals with assessment procedures and tax laws
  • Maintain property records and data entry
  • Review plans for new construction and additions

Independent Fee Appraiser

State Wide Realty
Ypsilanti
10.1997 - 11.1999
  • Perform appraisals in line with federal guidelines
  • Maintain current understanding of lender standards
  • Conduct field surveys of homes and stay updated on market trends

Terminal Manager

Compass Transportation
Dearborn
07.1988 - 10.1999
  • Managed and developed customer accounts
  • Monitored employee performance and productivity
  • Represented company at truck driving schools for driver recruitment
  • Supervised construction and opening of two terminals

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI
03-1994

Skills

  • Property valuation
  • Market analysis
  • Data management
  • Tax law compliance
  • Field inspections
  • Appraisal reporting

Timeline

Property Assessor

Bloomfield Township
11.1999 - 05.2023

Independent Fee Appraiser

State Wide Realty
10.1997 - 11.1999

Terminal Manager

Compass Transportation
07.1988 - 10.1999

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Eastern Michigan University
James Allen