Commercial Appraiser

This position reports directly to the Director of Appraisal. The person in this position operates data entry devices under minimum supervision, works directly with the public, enters source data and documents, and verifies inputs. Is responsible for the development of commercial cost and income schedules for valuing commercial-type properties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Perform a variety of field audits of construction and land-use sites

Gather data for assessment purposes, including non-complex and complex residential, multi-family, commercial, and industrial real property

Enter collected data into the agency's database system

Appraise diversified types of real property

Perform field inspections

Perform mathematical computations, including the determination of square footage, percentages, fractions, or decimals using standard formulas

Prepare evidence and defend market value at all levels of appeals

Assist in the analysis of market data and perform research as assigned

Review reports on exceptional value change and gain/loss reports

Answer questions on phone and at the counter regarding real property and direct customers to the appropriate department when needed

Working Environment:

Noise: Noisy, distractive work environment

Extreme Cold: Temperature cold enough to cause marked bodily discomfort

Extreme Heat: Temperature hot enough to cause marked bodily discomfort

Education Requirement:

Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certification

Experience Requirement:

Minimum 5 years of experience in appraising real property and training under higher-level personnel

Required Qualifications:

Data entry proficiency

Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Excellent letter-writing skills using proper grammar

Experience working with the public

General office experience, including ten-key calculator

In-house training under Supervisor on direct data entry device

Ability to demonstrate obtained knowledge of software programs and information retrieval

Mental alertness to detect and resolve error conditions

Judgment in selecting and transcribing data from documents that have not been pre-examined or coded to assure minimum, verified input on accounts

Ability to work under pressure of rigid cycles of fluctuating production schedules

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Ability to communicate effectively over the telephone and directly with taxpayers

Ability to work harmoniously with fellow employees

Ability to arrive at work on time

Ability to work overtime during certain periods of the year