Applications Support Specialist

Applications Support Specialist

Salary

$40.29 - $56.41 Hourly

Location

FC 200 W Oak, CO

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

202600405

Department

Assessor

Opening Date

11/03/2026

Closing Date

11/23/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Full/Part Time

Full Time

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Overview

The Larimer County Assessors Office is seeking to hire an Applications Support Specialist to join an established team. This individual is highly motivated and detail-oriented, and will receive training from senior application support specialists to compile and understand multiple data functions & processes to ensure accuracy and promote efficiency. This position provides support for vendor-provided applications used within the Assessors office, mostly working with RealWare.

We value a work environment with a sustainable work-life balance, professional co-workers, and the satisfaction of doing work that serves our community. We support a hybrid remote work environment. We see this position as the beginning of a long-term and rewarding career with Larimer County. If you are passionate about problem-solving and working with data, we encourage you to apply.

Schedule: M-F 7:30-4:30. An in-office/remote hybrid option will be available after initial training.

Responsibilities

What youll be doing:

• Data Extraction & Reporting: State-mandated and tax authority reports, tax increment financing tracking and reporting, annual state assessment audit reporting, and ad hoc database queries for staff and external data requests.
• Dashboards & Data Visualization: Building data visualization dashboards (Power BI / Tableau) for staff workflows, edit checking, and data presentation to assist management decisions.
• Training & Project Support: Writing documentation and training materials, writing test scripts, coaching staff, and managing small projects.
• CAMA Table Administration: Setting up, entering, and validating annual factors and reference tables that drive valuation and taxation. This includes Marshall & Swift cost factors, legislative value reductions, mill levies, and general CAMA-system table maintenance.
• Application Support: Supporting departmental business applications by troubleshooting issues and assisting users.
• System Access & Security: Managing system access, security profiles, and user roles.
• Issue Resolution & Vendor Coordination: Resolving and tracking issues, coordinating with IT or vendors when needed.
• Continuous Improvement: Contributing to the design and ongoing improvement of applications and workflows.
• Tax Increment Financing (TIF): Administering TIF areas per current statutes and Division guidance: establish base values, track non-reassessment changes, calculate and apportion base and increment annually, and report values on the Abstract, certifications, and tax warrant.

To view the full job description, visit https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions

What were looking for:

• Problem Solving: An individual with creative problem-solving skills - our team often takes a manual task or other limitations, gaps in clarity of data to accomplish tasks, etc., and creates a workflow or tools to assist and make processes more effective and efficient.
• Learning Agility: A self-motivated learner who enjoys approaching new problems.
• Adaptability: Someone comfortable shifting gears between scheduled tasks and urgent requests/support issues.
• Database Experience: Familiarity with working in a versioned, relational database.
• Communication: Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with coworkers, users, supervisors, and vendors.
• Application Knowledge: Technical aptitude to understand and support assigned applications in depth.

Qualifications

To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role's needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.

• Four (4) years related applications support or systems support experience required.
• Possess reliable transportation to be able to work in any County facility as needed and required.

Benefits

Here's what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer Countys Benefits. https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits.

Supplemental Information

An offer of placement is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer Countys Benefits.

01

Please choose one of the Larimer County guiding principles listed that you feel most applies to you and this position - Larimer County will add value to the lives of its citizens today and in the future by:

• Being good stewards of public resources.
• Promoting innovation, adaptability, and committing to continuous improvement.
• Providing consistent quality customer service.
• Empowering people to take responsibility.
• Cultivating collaborative partnerships.
• Being a fulfilling, respectful, and enjoyable place to work.

02

Based on your choice in the previous question, describe how you would apply this guiding principle in this position.

03

Are you a current or previous employee of Larimer County?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have at least four (4) years of related applications support or systems support experience?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you possess reliable transportation to be able to work in any County facility as needed and required?

• Yes
• No

06

Did you ever work on a computer assisted mass appraisal system ( CAMA ) or office computer system? If so, what was the computer system, what types of tasks did you perform on it, and were there deadline requirements you had to meet?

Required Question

Employer Larimer County