Residential Appraiser

Description

This position is responsible for providing appraisals of real residential property for the purpose of calculating tax assessments and analyzing collected data to estimate residential land value.

The starting salary will be $20.88 hourly and there is an addition to pay for hours worked for those possessing State certification ($2/hour for Residential certification or appraisal license and $4/hour for General). Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy.

• To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/administration/work-for-us/benefits/.

St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government. For more information regarding this program, please visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.

Examples of Duties

• Conducts appraisals of property categorized as single family, multi-family, condominium, tax-exempt and agricultural by auditing properties, inspecting sites and interviewing.
• Researches, gathers, and interprets information on residential appraisals.
• Conducts field audits of properties that are existing or under construction to verify modifications that affect the value.
• Develops and maintains appropriate records.
• Investigates, presents, and defends property values in a manner that complies with the State Tax Commission Statutes, and Board of Equalization.
• Performs such additional duties, with the required abilities and under the indicated working conditions and environment, as may properly be required of a position in this job class.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of experience in residential appraisal or real estate sales, or one year of experience working as a Residential Data Collector for St. Louis County; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Additional Information

The work rules for the St. Louis County Assessor's Office require all employees, whether they reside in St. Louis County or elsewhere, to remain current in the payment of their personal and real property taxes.

SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT

• A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.
• The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above.
• Responses provided to the interview questions listed under the Supplemental Question heading of this posting will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade.
• A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment.
• Once questions are scored, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire.
• Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.
• The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
• All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
• Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

• The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation.

How to Apply

• Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis. We only accept On-line applications.

Required Question

• I have read this information and understand my responses to the supplemental questions, as well as information provided on the application will be used to determine eligibility for vacancies.
• I have ensured such information is thorough, descriptive, and up to date.

Supplemental Questions

• Do you possess a valid driver's license and a vehicle that you are willing/able to use for purposes of the position (mileage reimbursement is provided)?
• Has your driver's license ever been suspended or revoked?
• Are you willing to sign the affidavit preventing you from performing appraisal or real estate related work in St. Louis County?
• Are you willing/able to perform the essential job functions such as going door-to-door, walking on uneven terrain, up steep hills, etc., and driving/sitting in a car for periods of time, being exposed to various weather conditions, and encountering animals during the course of work?
• What interests you in this position and why would you like to work for the Assessor's Office?
• Describe your experience with measuring, drawing, and calculating square footage of a house.
• Describe your experience in working with a wide variety of people. Additionally, describe a specific time when you were able to de-escalate a situation with an unhappy individual and how you handled it.