APPRAISER TRAINEE

Salary : $38,680.54 - $42,548.59 Annually

Location : SC, SC

Job Type : FULL-TIME

Job Number : 02278

Department : ASSESSOR

Opening Date : 10 / 28 / 2025

Closing Date : 11 / 23 / 2025 9 : 00 AM Eastern

Description

This post may close prior to post closing date noted once a highly qualified candidate is received.

The purpose of the class is to assist staff in the appraisal of new construction and additions by performing routine technical, field, and clerical duties as assigned; and to perform related clerical and customer service duties as required. This class works according to set procedures under close supervision.

Duties

• Applies knowledge of specific department policies and procedures and utilizes a general understanding of other departments' functions to perform the following duties.
• Measures new construction and lists property characteristics.
• Calculates square footage on new construction.
• Assists appraisers in calculating appraisal values.
• Photographs building additions or building conditions for the files as requested.
• Assists in field investigations of mobile homes and real estate parcels within the County.
• Performs computer data entry to establish, maintain and update property appraisal records; maintains database.
• Duplicates maps and other documents as requested.
• Maintains a variety of logs, records and files related to work assignments.
• Greets and assists customers at the counter; answers the telephone, provides requested information, or forwards calls to appropriate staff person; and processes building permits, certificates of occupancies, and appeals.
• Receives and responds to inquiries and requests for assistance from other County / city departments and government agencies, realtors, developers, attorneys, surveyors, other professionals, and the public.
• Attends training, seminars, workshops, etc., as required to enhance or maintain job knowledge and skills.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience :

High school diploma or GED.

Requires at least one (1) year of work experience.

Special Qualifications :

Must possess a valid state driver's license.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed a safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands.

Dorchester County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 8 : 30 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but employees must be available during the "core" work hours of 9 : 00 a.m. - 4 : 00 p.m. and must work 40 hours each week to maintain full-time status. Must be available to work anytime during emergencies.

E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.

For more information on Dorchester County Government please view the information below :

Benefits for County Employees

County Employees may be eligible for a variety of State benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system.

Healthcare Benefits

(Full-time employees)

Dorchester County is a part of the State Benefits Program. The State program offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program, along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. We've maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar. You may refer to the link for more information.

Retirement Benefits

In addition to our health and dental insurance programs, all county employees are a part of the South Carolina Retirement System. These programs are designed to help provide county employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs. You may refer to the link for more information.

Workplace Benefits

In addition, county employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.

Note : The above benefits are available to most county employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.

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The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.

02

Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Indicate N / A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment.

03

Do you have a high school diploma or G.E.D.?

04

Do you possess a valid state driver's license?

05

Do you have one (1) year of work experience?

06

Please explain your experience with property appraisal?

07

Have you ever researched deeds, plats or other legal documents? If so, please explain.

08

Do you know how to calculate square footage?

09

Do you know how to read a measuring tape?

10

Are you familiar with Excel spreadsheets? If yes, please explain.

11

This position requires the ability to work in adverse outdoor weather conditions. Are you able to meet this requirement of this position?

12

Do you have prior Assessor's office work experience?

13

This position may require field work up to 5 days a week. Are you able to meet the requirements of this position?

14

Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Indicate N / A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment.

Required Question