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Rebecca Malmquist

Rebecca Malmquist

Minnetonka,MN

Summary

Dynamic leader with extensive assessment experience, specializing in regulatory compliance and strategic planning. Demonstrated success in budget management and staff training, enhancing community engagement while optimizing real estate valuation processes. Skilled in public speaking and driving initiatives that cultivate taxpayer trust and improve departmental efficiency. Career goals include further advancing municipal operations through innovative strategies and community-focused initiatives.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

City Assessor

City Of Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
01.2021 - Current
  • Under the direction of the Mayor and City Council, the City Assessor provides leadership and management of the planning, organizing, staffing, direction, and all financial aspects of the department.
  • Develop long-range plans aimed at realizing the City's vision, as identified in the City's goals, department's business plan, and results.
  • Ensure annual assessments meet all state statutes, state-mandated programs, and Department of Revenue requirements.
  • Provides technical and administrative leadership and direction to the department.
  • Establish assessment quality standards by defining the appraising and assessing techniques to be used.
  • Coordinate initiatives with the Department of Revenue, Hennepin County, and surrounding cities to ensure consistency and uniformity in appraisal and assessment methodology across jurisdictional boundaries.
  • Responsible for all assessments and valuations of nearly 130,000 real and personal properties, per state statutory, and industry standards.
  • Make final decisions regarding the hiring of new employees, progressive discipline, and termination, and oversee personnel matters in the Assessor's Office. Allocates and manages human capital based on statutory deadlines, department workload, and staff capacity.
  • Provides timely and in-depth real estate market and assessment reports to the Mayor, Council, Coordinator, and Finance Officer to inform and rely on for strategic City budget decisions impacting taxpayers, businesses, and neighborhoods.
  • Identify strategies and procedures for tax court litigation that reduce the City’s risk of large multi-million-dollar property tax refunds without decreasing appraisal quality, service, or staff performance. Tax court refunds can be significant and negatively impact the City, County, School District, and Park Board funding.
  • Testify at the legislature on assessment laws and procedures. Provide data and analysis to Intergovernmental Relations, the Minnesota Department of Revenue, and state legislators about the impact and application of legislative and administrative bills.
  • Work with City departments across the enterprise on city-wide initiatives that address livability issues like affordable housing, homelessness, capital improvements, community engagement, legislation, and enterprise resource sharing.
  • Responsible for all Community and Media Relations (radio, print, and news): speak at neighborhood meetings, business groups, and with reporters to share assessment information and answer questions, improve community engagement, educate the public, and improve trust with homeowners, business owners, renters, and taxpayers.
  • Advises the Mayor, City Council, Finance, and CPED on major developments that include bond financing, TIF districts, and major projects that may have property tax implications or tax exemptions.
  • Responsible for all budget and financial decisions. Accountable for all contract negotiations, space, and capital improvement projects for the department.

Director of Assessments

City Of Minneapolis
Minneapolis, Minnesota
07.2014 - 01.2021
  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the City Assessor's Department, and develop long- and short-range plans to achieve the department's vision, goals, and legislative mandates.
  • Assume overall command of the department in the absence of the city assessor.
  • Manage the Department's assessment operation to ensure compliance with the Department of Revenue, and other state and city requirements.
  • Provide executive-level direction and management of the Department's human resource plan, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, coaching, evaluating, promoting, and grievance resolution.
  • Ensure Department compliance with the educational requirements of the State Board of Assessors.
  • Department liaison with labor representatives, the Civil Service Commission, arbitrators, mediators, etc., concerning labor relations.
  • Manage the Department's policies, procedures, and strategic direction to provide a framework for an accurate, effective, and safe workforce.
  • Manage the Department's internal and external communications to staff, Council Members, taxpayers, and the media.
  • Represent the Department at legislative hearings, City and County board meetings, and taxpayer meetings.
  • Provide management and staff training on new legislation and industry best practices.
  • Assist the City Assessor in planning, directing, and implementing the Department’s short- and long-term goals, objectives, and strategies.
  • Provide management for, and advise the City Assessor on the Department’s business plan, budget, space, and staffing resources.
  • Represent the Department on citywide projects and initiatives. Interface with other departments, divisions, community/governmental agencies, organizations, professionals, and the public to coordinate services and activities.
  • Investigate and respond to inquiries or complaints from citizens or public officials, concerning tax and valuation issues that subordinates have not resolved.
  • Advise city elected officials and IGR concerning property tax legislation and policy decisions.

City Assessor

City of Minnetonka
Minnetonka, USA
02.2010 - 06.2016
  • Oversee and assist in the classification and valuation of approximately 21,000 parcels with an estimated market value of $7.97 billion
  • Direct the planning and implementation of the property assessment process to be in compliance with State Statutes and assessment practices
  • Develop division policies that build a framework for the creation of an accurate and equitable assessment meeting all State and County expectations
  • Attend Local Board of Appeal and Equalization meetings providing information regarding property assessments as well as informing property owners about the appeals process, market data, and other valuation issues
  • Manage all personnel matters including hiring, training, evaluating, recognizing, rewarding, and disciplining staff
  • Promote a positive team environment encouraging learning opportunities, open communication, and mutual respect
  • Serve as a coach and mentor for staff guiding them in their professional development
  • Prepare and manage division budget
  • Provide prompt and accurate reports and assessment indicators to city staff and the City Council
  • Respond to management and City Council requests timely and accurately
  • Prepare and present reports to the City Council and taxpayers including the annual assessment report, State of the City presentation, City Open House presentation, Citizen Academy presentation, and Local Board of Appeal and Equalization reports

Yoga Sculpt Instructor

CorePower Yoga
01.2010 - 12.2013
  • Developed and instructed Yoga Sculpt classes
  • Coached and led several successful Boot Camp programs.

Acting City Assessor

City of Minnetonka
Minnetonka, USA
08.2009 - 01.2010

Senior Appraiser

City of Minnetonka
Minnetonka, USA
07.2003 - 07.2009
  • Accurately value and classify commercial, industrial, apartment and residential property for the purpose of equitable tax assessment
  • Communicate with and educate all customers we serve including property owners and public in a clear, thoughtful, and respectful manner
  • Apply knowledge of statistical methods in conducting research and analyzing factors affecting valuations
  • Train staff appraisers, interns, and assessment specialist; provide guidance and interpretation of statutes and policies; coach on appropriate procedures and appraisal methods; monitor and review appraisal work to ensure accuracy and completeness
  • Perform sales ratio studies
  • Develop residential rate tables
  • Use GIS to analyze spatial assessment data and prepare maps for public presentation and internal use
  • Create and maintain databases to be used with GIS
  • Administrative responsibilities, such as divisions, homesteads, special homesteads, reporting to Hennepin County
  • Active member of LOGIS sub-groups for development and enhancements
  • Respond to City Manager and City Council requests as needed

Aerobics Instructor

City of Minnetonka
Minnetonka, USA
01.2003 - 12.2003
  • Prepared class routines and instructed
  • Promoted healthy lifestyles and choices

Principal Appraiser

City of Minnetonka
Minnetonka, USA
01.2002 - 07.2003

Property Appraiser

City of Minnetonka
Minnetonka, USA
06.1998 - 01.2002

Appraisal Intern

St. Louis County
St. Louis County, USA
06.1997 - 05.1998
  • Created land sales database
  • Performed a variety of plat studies
  • Designed a numbering system for locally assessed area building permits to coordinate with county-zoned permits.
  • Trained and supervised clerical staff in entering necessary data from permits
  • Assisted appraisers in residential appraisals
  • Responded to taxpayers' and other customer questions on homesteads and estimated market values

Teaching Assistant

University of MN-Duluth
Duluth, USA
01.1997 - 05.1998
  • Prepared lesson plans on topics in Physical Geography such as reading and interpreting topographic maps and weather patterns
  • Taught and demonstrated course material
  • Assessed achievement of students and assigned point values for course work
  • Assisted and tutored students who needed extra assistance

Office Assistant

University of Minnesota-Duluth
Duluth, USA
01.1995 - 12.1996
  • Provided general office assistance to the team-oriented staff
  • Responsible for organizing confidential personnel files
  • Guided incoming phone calls and visitors to the Vice Chancellor
  • Prepared mailings and word processed documents

Intern

City of Duluth
Duluth, USA
01.1995 - 12.1996
  • Prepared maps for senior planners utilizing information from aerial photos, Carson Atlas, and zoning maps
  • Prepared the Minnesota Scenic Byway application for Skyline Parkway
  • Gained knowledge of planning processes and philosophies

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Urban and Regional Studies, Geography

University of Minnesota-Duluth
Duluth, MN
05.1998

Skills

Regulatory assessment compliance

Real estate valuation

Team leadership

Budget management

Data analysis

Tax policy

Staff training

Community engagement

Project management

Strategic planning

Public speaking

GIS mapping

Human resources

Negotiation

Leadership Competencies

Ethics

Honesty

Trust

Emotional Intelligence

Self-Management

Conflict Resolution

Problem Solving

Cultural Agility

Inclusiveness

Change Management

Courage

Certification

  • International Association of Assessing Officers:
  • Certified Assessment Evaluator (CAE), August 1, 2008
  • National Instructor, September 2015 - present
  • Minnesota State Board of Assessors, Senior Accredited Minnesota Assessor (SAMA), July 1, 2003, Accredited Minnesota Assessor (AMA), September 1 , 2002, Certified Minnesota Assessor (CMA), July 1, 1999
  • CorePower Yoga, RYT 200 Hour Certified Yoga Instructor, April 1, 2012

Authored and Instructed

Co-Authored and Instructed:

  • “Rumbling with Vulnerability: An Interactive Session.” - IAAO Annual Conference – Virtual Conference – August 2020
  • Co-Authored and Instructed, “So, You Are the Assessor, Now What?' - MAAO - September 2017, 2020
  • “Assertiveness for Women: How to Communicate Your Needs, Set Healthy Boundaries and Transform Your Relationships” - IAAO Annual Conference – Niagara Falls – September 2019
  • “Leading Yourself.” - MAAO Annual Conference – St. Paul, MN – September 2016
  • “Becoming a Communication Champion.” - IAAO Annual Conference – Indianapolis, IN – September 2015, IAAO/URISA GIS/CAMA Conference – Savannah, GA – February 2016
  • “So You Think You are a Good Communicator. R U Sure?” - IAAO Annual Conference – Grand Rapids, MI – August 2013
  • “Working with the Media – Crafting a Positive Message for your Jurisdiction” - IAAO Annual Conference – Kansas City, MO – September 2012
  • “Social Media and Your Jurisdiction: What You Need to Know” - Minnesota Records Association – Aitkin, MN – June 2013, MAAO Annual Conference – Breezy Point, MN – September 2012, IAAO/URISA GIS/CAMA Conference – San Antonio, TX – March 2012, IAAO Annual Conference - Phoenix, AZ - September 2011
  • “Communication Tools: Where do we go from Here?” - IAAO Annual Conference – Orlando, FL – August 2010

Authored and Instructor:

  • “LEAD: Managing Yourself” - MAAO - October 2017, 2019
  • “GIS for the Assessor” - MAAO Summer Seminar - St. Cloud, MN - May 2002, MAAO Fall Conference - Duluth, MN - October 2003

Instructed:

  • “MAAO Residential Form Report Workshop” - MAAO Summer Seminars – St. Cloud, MN – May 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017
  • “MAAO Residential Case Study Workshop” - MAAO - St. Cloud, MN – July 2015 and 2016

Developed and Led:

  • “Ladies Who Lead in the Assessment Industry” - IAAO Annual Conference – Las Vegas, NV – September 2017
  • “Ladies Who Lead in the Assessment Industry” - IAAO Annual Conference – Minneapolis, MN – September 2018

Authored:

  • “With Gratitude: Looking Back on My U40 Days” - Fair and Equitable, August 2016, Volume 14, Number 8

Affiliations

International Association of Assessing Officers

  • Immediate Past President, 2025
  • President, 2024
  • President-Elect/Treasurer, 2023
  • Finance Committee Chair, 2023
  • Vice-President, 2022
  • Board of Directors, 2018-2020
  • Committee, Volunteer and Leadership Service:
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, 2025
  • Professional Consulting Services Board Member, 2025
  • Executive Director Search Committee, Chair, 2024
  • Governance Committee, 2021
  • Women’s Initiative Network Task Force, 2021
  • Executive Director Search Task Force, 2021
  • Finance Committee, 2019
  • Local Host Committee Co-Chair, 2018
  • Membership Committee “Super” Chair, 2016-2017
  • Communications Committee Chair, 2015
  • Communications Committee Member, 2010 - 2014
  • State Representative, 2012 - present

Minnesota Association of Assessing Officers

Membership Coordinator, 2012 – present
Residential Form Report Grader - 2014 – present
Residential Narrative Report Grader - 2016 – present
Residential Case Study Grader - 2016 – present
Region IX President, 2014 – 2015 and 2015 – 2016
Region IX Vice President - 2013 – 2014
Equal Eyes Magazine, Managing Editor - 2003 – 2011
Editorial Board Committee Chair - 2004 – 2011

Timeline

City Assessor

City Of Minneapolis
01.2021 - Current

Director of Assessments

City Of Minneapolis
07.2014 - 01.2021

City Assessor

City of Minnetonka
02.2010 - 06.2016

Yoga Sculpt Instructor

CorePower Yoga
01.2010 - 12.2013

Acting City Assessor

City of Minnetonka
08.2009 - 01.2010

Senior Appraiser

City of Minnetonka
07.2003 - 07.2009

Aerobics Instructor

City of Minnetonka
01.2003 - 12.2003

Principal Appraiser

City of Minnetonka
01.2002 - 07.2003

Property Appraiser

City of Minnetonka
06.1998 - 01.2002

Appraisal Intern

St. Louis County
06.1997 - 05.1998

Teaching Assistant

University of MN-Duluth
01.1997 - 05.1998

Office Assistant

University of Minnesota-Duluth
01.1995 - 12.1996

Intern

City of Duluth
01.1995 - 12.1996

Bachelor of Arts - Urban and Regional Studies, Geography

University of Minnesota-Duluth

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