Real Property Appraiser

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CLOSE DATE

12 / 31 / 2024

SUMMARY

Real Property Appraisers are responsible for appraising residential and commercial properties to establish a fair market value for ad valorem tax purposes according to state and federal guidelines.

Appraisers gather information by inspecting property to determine the value of the property for tax purposes. A significant amount of judgement is used during the assessment process and Appraisers must follow strict adherence to set policies, procedures and State law.

The work is performed throughout the county and requires the employee to travel to various locations in order to perform the appraisals.

Work is performed under the direction of a supervisor and is reviewed for completeness and adherence to policies and procedures.

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES :

• Performs administrative duties (e.g., writing reports, maintaining files, drafting mail correspondence, communicating information, providing assistance) in order to maintain efficient departmental operations.
• Assists taxpayers with various issues related to real property (e.g., completing forms, answering questions, resolving complaints).
• Assists the public and government agencies in accessing real property data.
• Communicates with various entities (e.g., contractors, home owners, business owners) to obtain and / or exchange property related information.
• Drafts and mails various correspondence (e.g., tax value letters to business owners) to communicate property appraisal information.
• Completes valuations and / or assessments of real properties on behalf of the Board of Equalization to determine the amount of property tax owed by property owners.
• Gathers evidence and reviews documentation (e.g., income and expense statements, private appraisals, deeds, liens, mortgages, market trends, attorney general opinions, case law, blueprints, sketches and drawings, legal descriptions) in order to obtain relevant information related to citizen protests of assessed property values and / or related court cases.
• Inspects real properties (e.g., residences) and related documentation (e.g., property records, maps) on behalf of the Jefferson County Board of Equalization in order to evaluate construction, condition, special features, and functional design.
• Examines the type and location of nearby services (e.g., shopping centers, schools, parks, and other neighborhood features) to evaluate their impact on property values.
• Takes property measurements (e.g., wall lengths, offsets, and corner angles) using tape measure and miter gauge to provide information to be used for property appraisals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

The following Minimum Qualifications are required for this job. You must demonstrate possession of these qualifications by providing a detailed description of your related experience in the work history section of your application.

Please note that replicating or restating these minimum qualifications or the information from the Personnel Board's job description as your own work experience will result in your disqualification.

Please describe your work experience in your own words to represent the work you have performed that is related to the minimum qualifications for this job.

This position is subject to close any time after August 18, 2023

• Driver's license.
• Experience in mass appraisal or fee appraisal.
• Experience drafting written correspondences to communicate information to miscellaneous parties.
• Willingness to pass the Alabama Manual course and the IAAO 101 Fundamentals of Real Property within two years of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Preferred Qualifications are examples of experience and education considered to be highly desirable by hiring agencies.

• Certified Residential Real Property Appraiser OR Certified General Real Property Appraiser through Alabama Real Estate Appraiser's Board.
• Alabama Certified Appraiser (ACA) in Real Property from the Alabama Department of Revenue.
• Two courses in real property appraisal.
• Experience reading maps, deeds, and legal descriptions.
• Experience resolving conflicts with individuals related to property valuations (i.e., public or private sector).

COMPETENCIES :

• Adaptability & Flexibility.
• Computer & Technology Operations.
• Customer Service.
• Heavy Equipment & Vehicle Use.
• Mathematical & Statistical Skills.
• Oral Communication & Comprehension.
• Physical Abilities.
• Planning & Organizing.
• Problem Solving & Decision Making.
• Professionalism & Integrity.
• Researching & Referencing.
• Reviewing, Inspecting & Auditing.
• Self-Management & Initiative.
• Sensory Abilities.
• Teamwork & Interpersonal.
• Technical & Job-Specific Knowledge.
• Technical Skills.
• Written Communication & Comprehension.

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGES :

• Knowledge of field inspection procedures and techniques.
• Knowledge of the methods and practices of real property appraisal.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations governing the appraisal of real property.
• Knowledge of real estate principles (e.g., types of housing, relative market values, and factors that influence property appreciation or depreciation).
• Knowledge of the three approaches to value (i.e., income, market comparison, and cost) used in real estate appraisal.
• Knowledge of the methods and techniques used in property appraising and acquisition.
• Knowledge of basic residential, commercial and industrial construction materials.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

Work is conducted both indoors in an office setting as well as during regular field visits to external places of business, residence, or construction worksites.

Work involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, copier, etc.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Job involves physical exertion required for sustained periods of light physical activity such as walking or standing. May involve occasional light lifting of items or objects weighing up to 25 lbs.

DISCLAIMER : This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS

Persons requiring special conditions to accommodate a disability when completing the application should contact the Personnel Board at 205-279-3500 before the announcement closing date.

Qualified applicants who believe they will need reasonable accommodation in the examination process should complete and submit an Accommodation Request Form.

You may obtain an Accommodation Request Form by contacting our ADA Ombudsperson at [email protected], or by accessing the "Request for Accommodation" form through the following website : http : / / www.pbjcal.org /

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Personnel Board of Jefferson County (Personnel Board) provides a public personnel system based on merit principles. The Personnel Board strives for the constant improvement of the public service by employing and developing the best qualified persons available.

The Personnel Board provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, creed, religion, political beliefs, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or genetics.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Employment decisions are made by the Merit System municipality or governmental agency in which the position exists. Each Merit System municipality, agency, or jurisdiction administers its own equal employment opportunity programs in compliance with applicable state and / or federal laws and regulations.