Supervising Appraiser

Job Title

Under general direction, to supervise a large group of appraisers and coordinate all real property appraisals within a specific district for tax assessment purposes, and to personally perform selected complex industrial appraisals.

Typical Tasks

Coordinates and equalizes all property appraisals within an assigned district and with other districts; Delegates section's workload to senior and staff appraisers; Personally performs most difficult and complex high value appraisals; Develops controls for the accomplishment of short and long range programs; Provides technical assistance and advice to field appraisers on complex and unusual appraisal problems; Trains and supervises other appraisers; Confers with property owners to discuss assessments, valuation problems, and complaints; directs preparation of assessment appeals cases; Consults with taxpayers associations, real estate groups, governmental agencies, and others as a representative of the Assessor; Performs related work as required.

Employment Standards

Permanent certification by the California State Board of Equalization as an appraiser for property tax purposes; and one year of experience equivalent to the level of a Senior Appraiser. Possession of a valid California driver's license. Knowledge of : Economics, business administration, and revenue laws pertaining to the office of Assessor; Building materials, equipment, fixtures, workmanship, and general construction quality as applied to all classes of buildings; Laws and court decisions affecting the appraisal of land and buildings. Ability to : Instruct and supervise subordinates in proper appraisal techniques and practices; Prepare and present written and oral reports.