Since starting full-time as a property tax analyst, I have been appointed a wide range of responsibilitiesIn addition to exploring property valuations, I also prepare tax estimates and budgets, communicate with clients, and research tax laws and regulationsOne of the most rewarding aspects of my job is the opportunity to work alongside a diverse group of professionals, who all share different perspectives and opinionsThrough these collaborations, I have gained a better understanding of how to approach complex issues and have further developed my analytical and problem-solving skillsI have experience analyzing all types and sizes of commercial property, mainly in Illinois, Florida, and TexasUnder accepted appraisal practices, I have learned how to research and apply different approaches to valuation, such as leased fee income, fee simple income, sales, cost, and moreWith experience in both attendance and participation of formal hearings, I have learned how to present evidence to the Special Magistrate in an effort to lower the county's assessmentIn order to appropriately assess to the performance of an asset, we must weigh both macro and micro market dataWhile we represent the client/property owner and try to portray a case for a lower assessment, we also need to know what methods the county property appraisers will be employing to avoid being caught off-guard. This requires a significant amount of research, preparation, and due diligenceWith 2+ years of commercial property valuation experience, I have gained invaluable insight behind commercial real estate

During my internship at one of the largest national commercial property tax law firms, I had the chance to work with a variety of professionals, including attorneys, analysts, CPAs, tax consultants, underwriters, property appraisers, and moreThroughout my time there, I was responsible for various tasks, such as preparing tax estimates, corresponding with clients, calling county treasurer's and assessor's offices, researching historical tax rates, property valuations, and appraisals, and recording tax reductionsOne of the best aspects of the internship was the opportunity to collaborate with my coworkers to complete tasksThis allowed me to improve my interpersonal skills and gain valuable experience working in a team environmentI am grateful for the opportunity to experience the day-to-day operations of a successful property tax law firm and to have had the chance to work with such a diverse group of professionals

As a resident assistant (RA), I was entrusted with many responsibilities and tasksMy primary objective was to create a successful community for my residents, which can be challenging during social distancing measuresTo overcome this challenge, I utilized my creativity skills to develop online programs that allowed my floor to interact with each otherAs an RA, I explored the balance between being an authoritative figure who enforces school policies and a resource for residents for personal or academic mattersDuring my time as an RA, I developed strong collaboration skills while organizing programs with other RAsThese skills, coupled with my experience in organizing programs, holding floor meetings, and being a mandated reporter, have contributed to my leadership abilitiesAnother significant aspect of my job was utilizing negotiation skills and conflict management when attempting to find a middle ground on issues with residentsOverall, being an RA allowed me to develop and refine several essential skills that I have already put to the test