Property Tax Research Consultant

Property Tax Research Consultant

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $25.22 - $49.69 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – Fully Remote

Recruiter – Shannon Hughes | shughes@utah.gov | 801.297.3853
Application Deadline – 8/9/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

Principal Duties
As a Research Consultant for the Property Tax Division, you will:

• 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.

Job Series

This position may be filled at any advertised level within the job series. 

• Research Consultant I - $25.22 - $42.22
• Research Consultant II: $30.47 - $49.69

Qualifications

The Ideal Candidate
The best candidate should have the following:

• Has experience in reviewing and analyzing data.
• Has knowledge of the Utah Property Tax system.
• Ability to create reports and communicate information. In both a 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.

About the Role

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

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• 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
For more information tax.utah.gov/propertytax

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.