Appraiser

About the role

The Cullman County Commission's is accepting applications for the position of Appraiser for the Reappraisal Office. The position appraises and fixes value on all residential, commercial, industrial, and rural properties in the county. Uses assigned County vehicle to follow scheduled routes to perform field reviews and measure new constructions. Updates property record cards and examines property to verify current use classifications. Re-classifies property as needed. Assists taxpayers with questions and complaints. Other duties may be assigned.

Responsibilities

• Uses assigned County vehicle to follow scheduled routes to perform field reviews and measure new constructions.
• Updates property record cards and examines property to verify current use classifications.
• Re-classifies property as needed.
• Assists taxpayers with questions and complaints.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of county rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of the Cullman County roadway system.
• Reading skills to comprehend policies and procedures, technical materials, maps, laws, etc.
• Writing skills to prepare reports, correspondence and memos.
• Drawing skills for sketching buildings.
• MATH skills to calculate values, costs if improvements, measure buildings, etc.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, taxpayers, state and local officials and the general public.
• Must possess certification or the ability to become certified as an Alabama Certified Appraiser through the Alabama Department of Revenue.
• Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record that meets the County insurance carrier's standards for coverage.
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent with at least two years of college level courses in business administration, accounting, taxation, law, property valuation or related fields preferred.
• Prior appraisal training with two years of practical experience preferred.