Municipal Property Assessment Corporation

Become a Assessment Advocacy Assistant with MPAC   The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) is made up of a team of experts who understand local communities and assess every property in Ontario. What we do provides the very foundation that municipalities use to base the property taxes needed to pay for the services we use every day.   Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism MPAC is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism. We are taking important steps towards ensuring that all voices are respected, valued and being heard. MPAC is dedicated to fostering an environment where employees can bring their full, unique and authentic selves and are inspired to do their best work. Job Description   What makes you great for this role? You are a detailed-oriented team player who can provide administrative and legal support services to the Assessment Litigation and Dispute Resolution / Legislative Interpretation, Litigation and Strategy branch in the administration of appeals before the Assessment Review Board (ARB). We have: A team of highly skilled, dedicated, and collaborative staff to work with Leadership that supports you An enterprise that embraces change A work environment that has flexible work locations (including remote), hours of work and overall employee wellness support   You have: Completion of post-secondary education in legal/office administration, law clerk, paralegal or related field The ability to read and understand legal documents Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships with clients and colleagues An understanding of the need to exercise tact and maintain confidentiality Organization and time management skills while maintaining high quality output A willingness to embrace collaborative sharing of ideas and solutions within a team environment Nice to have: Knowledge of the appeals process within the Province of Ontario and the administrative practices of the Assessment Review Board What you will do: Support Assessment Advocates by gathering research information and documentation for the provision and administration of advocacy and appeals services Monitor MPAC's corporate assessment appeal system to support Assessment Advocates in resolving scheduling issues Research and assemble background information, documents, applicable court cases, supporting claims and research data, as directed by Assessment Advocates Assist branch staff in providing and preparing required documentation and responses with identified timelines as per legislative / policy requirements Provide administrative services to branch staff under the direction of the Manager Gain an understanding of the advocacy work the branch provides Additional Information: Requisition ID: 2284 Job Type: Union Closing Date: December 12, 2024   Ready to apply? Please note, only applications submitted through the Applicant Tracking System will be accepted. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a background verification with Mintz Global Screening. By applying to this job posting, you are providing your consent to MPAC to share your name, email address and phone number with Mintz, to conduct the criminal and driver abstract check and for Mintz to disclose the results to MPAC, should you be the successful incumbent. MPAC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment where all employees and members of the public feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflect the diversity of the public and communities we serve. Persons with disability who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may email their request to careers@mpac.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Please note that MPAC prohibits employees from holding a current/valid real estate license and successful applicants must at least suspend their real estate licenses during their period of employment at MPAC as outlined in our Employee Code of Conduct. Job advertisements for positions that have been designated bilingual will be posted in both English and French on our website. Positions that are not designated bilingual are not translated and are only posted in English on the English version of our website.  

Do you want to be part of a team helping to strengthen every community across Ontario? Are you interested in seeing the importance of your work firsthand?     Become a Associate General Counsel - Litigation with MPAC     The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) is made up of a team of experts who understand local communities and assess every property in Ontario. What we do provides the very foundation that municipalities use to base the property taxes needed to pay for the services we use every day. Learn more.     Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism MPAC is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism. We are taking important steps towards ensuring that all voices are respected, valued and being heard. MPAC is dedicated to fostering an environment where employees can bring their full, unique and authentic selves and are inspired to do their best work.   What makes you great for this role? You are an astute leader who can provide strategic direction to the Legal, Policy and Compliance branch, assist the VP & General Counsel in the management of the legal division and practice leadership, focusing on assessment appeal advocacy and litigation strategy.   We have: A team of highly skilled, dedicated, and collaborative staff to work with Leadership that supports you An enterprise that embraces change A work environment that has flexible work locations (including remote), hours of work and overall employee wellness support     You have: Professional degree in Law (JD, L.L.B or equivalent) with membership in good standing in the Law Society of Ontario At least 6 years demonstrated progressively responsible related legal experience Familiarity with property assessment terminology, the Assessment Review Board Rules of Practice and Procedure, MPAC policies and procedures, valuation theory, appraisal methodologies, and related legislation such as the Assessment Act, City of Toronto Act, Municipal Act, Municipal Freedom of Information Protection of Privacy Act and the MPAC Act Demonstrated expertise with the ARB, the Divisional Court and the Superior Court of Justice; with an understanding of the court application process (pursuant to Section 46 of the Assessment Act) Experience with administrative law, legal research, tribunal advocacy and drafting memos, pleadings and written submissions Crucial problem-solving skills to evaluate legal issues quickly and thoroughly offer expert advice Proven leadership skills, with ability to direct and engage professional staff to achieve department and corporate objectives Excellent research, analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills to recommend solutions and changes to existing policies and procedures   What you will do: Support the VP & General Counsel on overall department strategy, key performance indicators and work collaboratively with management to achieve strategic objectives Represent MPAC in assessment appeals, appeals to Divisional Court, tax exemption applications, and in general litigation matters Work with and provide support to Assessment Advocacy and Legislative Interpretation and Litigation Strategy (LILS) in responding to legal interpretation requests, general legal enquiries, assessment appeals to the ARB Provide leadership in the development of policy and procedures governing the provision of legislation and policy support services to municipalities, municipal associations, property taxpayers and professional associations and other jurisdictions Provide assessment policy advice and legislative interpretation services to MPAC staff to ensure MPAC’s compliance with the Assessment Act, MPAC Act and other relevant Acts; Work with the Director, Assessment Litigation and Dispute Resolution, and the Director, Legislative Interpretation and Litigation Strategy to oversee all assessment-related litigation at the ARB Approve the use of external counsel, including selecting, retaining and negotiating services, as required Liaise with the Ministry of Finance, ARB, property tax agents and lawyers, rate payers on an ongoing basis, managing relationships as a representative of MPAC; advocate for legislative and regulatory change   Additional Information: Requisition ID: 1822 Job Type: Non-Union Staff Closing Date: April 3, 2024     Ready to apply? Click on the URL provided, followed by the “Apply Now” icon once within the posting. Create your candidate profile and upload your resume and cover letter by April 3, 2024 . Please note, only applications submitted through the Applicant Tracking System will be accepted.     Successful candidates will be required to undergo a background verification with Mintz Global Screening. By applying to this job posting, you are providing your consent to MPAC to share your name, email address and phone number with Mintz, to conduct the criminal and driver abstract check and for Mintz to disclose the results to MPAC, should you be the successful incumbent.     MPAC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment where all employees and members of the public feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflect the diversity of the public and communities we serve.     Persons with disability who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may email their request to careers@mpac.ca.     We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.     Job advertisements for positions that have been designated bilingual will be posted in both English and French on our website. Positions that are not designated bilingual are not translated and are only posted in English on the English version of our website.