Real Estate Appraiser II

This position is being re‑announced. Applicants who wish to revise their original application are encouraged to reapply with a revised application. Otherwise, all applicants who previously applied do not need to reapply to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct appraisals of all classes of non‑residential real property, including rental apartments, industrial facilities, retail establishments, office buildings, hotels, condominiums, mixed office/industrial buildings, vacant land zoned for non‑residential uses, service stations, fast‑food restaurants, nursing homes, day‑care centers, and other assigned properties.
• Defend assessments throughout the administrative appeal process, including appearances before the Board of Equalization and in Circuit Court.
• Meet with taxpayers, property tax representatives, and attorneys to explain assessments and valuation methods.
• Prepare special reports and analyses of economic data.
• Assist with quality review of appraisals and support the training of new and seasonal staff.
• Work under direction and supervision.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of appraising commercial and complex residential properties.
• Knowledge of local government tax assessment principles, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to compute real estate values using income, market sales, and cost appraisal methods.
• Ability to organize and summarize facts related to appeal cases.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with County officials, staff, and citizens.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:

• Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree.
• Three years of field experience in the appraisal of real property.

Required Licenses/Certificates

• Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Residential or Certified General Appraisal License, or designation from the International Association of Assessing Officers (AAS, RES, CAE) and/or the Appraisal Institute (MAI, SRA, SRPA).
• Experience in mass appraisal for real estate assessments.
• Experience performing macro analysis on commercial properties for tax assessment purposes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to physically measure residential and non‑residential property in the field.
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle.
• All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

Special Requirements

• Completion of a criminal background check and a driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.
• This position is classified as emergency/essential services personnel and may be required to report for duty during inclement weather or other emergencies.

Selection Procedure

Panel interview and may include an exercise.