Senior Review Appraiser at GovernmentJobs.com

About the role

Under general supervision of the County Attorney, Deputy County Attorney, Assistant County Attorney, Office Manager or designee(s), serves as technical lead in the review of appraisals to ascertain equitable property prices and values for the purpose of the acquisition and disposal of real property; and does related work as required.

Responsibilities

• Leads and instructs staff performing appraisal work to ascertain equitable property prices and values for properties under consideration for acquisition or disposal by the County.
• Signs off on the work of the staff as they progress towards certification.
• Reviews complex appraisals and prepares complex appraisals in connection with Federal, State, and County projects for accuracy, standards, format, values and procedures.
• Makes recommendations of just compensation for acquisition and disposal of real property.
• Analyzes engineering information and inspects properties to estimate the number of appraisals, necessary costs and land values.
• Testifies in court or on boards regarding real estate values or other appraisal matters.
• Attends meetings to explain the appraised basis for accepted appraisals.
• Prepares appraisal reports for the County Council and Office of Law.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Training and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in real estate, property law, business or public administration, or a closely related field plus four years of experience in real property appraisal. Education beyond a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience up to a maximum of two years. Experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Certification as a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser by the State of Maryland Commission of Real Estate Appraisers and Home Inspectors is required at the time of application.
• Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of application.
• All licenses and certifications must be maintained throughout employment.

Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of appraisal practices and techniques.
• Comprehensive knowledge of property values and real estate trends.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles of eminent domain and partial acquisitions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of land use planning and zoning.
• Comprehensive knowledge of contract and real estate laws.
• Skill in preparing appraisal reports and maintaining records.
• Skill in interpreting construction plans and plats.
• Skill in leading and instructing others.
• Knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of County land use planning and zoning objectives and requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to lead and instruct others.

Schedule

Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week.

Pay

Pay Schedule I, Grade 32. Annual salary review with step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance. Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated. Longevity increases may be granted in accordance with the specific pay schedule upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision) effective the first day of the month following hire if enrolled within 30 calendar days.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.
• Basic term life insurance equal to one time annual salary (employee contributes portion of premium); additional employee-paid life insurance up to $100,000 available.
• Participation in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS).
• Paid leave including sick leave, vacation leave, personal leave, holidays, bereavement leave, jury leave, and military leave.
• Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union.
• Direct deposit payroll required.
• Educational Assistance: 70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement for pre-approved courses related to position.
• Deferred Compensation 457 retirement plan with tax-deferred payroll contributions.
• Employee Assistance Program providing confidential professional assessment and referral assistance.