APPRAISER

Job Overview

Under general supervision, conducts on-site appraisal activities of real property, gathers information related to real property (residential) and updates real property records based on on-site data obtained.

Possession of a valid State of Ohio motor vehicle operator’s license.

Knowledge of data processing techniques; department policies and procedures, office practices and procedures, public relations, ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; interpret variety of variables in written, oral, picture or scheduled form; calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages; prepare concise and accurate documentation; gather, collate and classify data; work alone on most tasks; co-operate with co-workers, resolve complaints from taxpayers;

demonstrate physical fitness.

Performs the essential functions in rough terrain and other hazardous environments (e.g.; mud, rain, snow, hot/cold weather, unfriendly animals, walking and measuring construction job sites, etc.)

Description of Job Duty

• Utilizes a computerized system to output documentation to be used in appraisal or re-appraisal of residential real property (e.g., maps, property print outs, sales, permits, etc)
• Reviews documentation to determine accuracy and completeness
• Analyzes residential / commercial sales and determines type of sale
• Creates, maintains and updates real property record files
• Assists taxpayers in answering value questions (e.g., methods and procedures in obtaining data and calculating values, etc.)
• Determines value for tax purposes; compiles market data from research and records

Description of Job Duty

• Performs on-site inspections to verify accuracy of in-house data.
• Travels to the real property site (Residential) to gather pertinent data (e.g., measures and confirms all structures, etc.)
• Communicates with general public and property owners concerning real property related issues; (e.g., data collection, sales verification, etc.)
• May be assigned to more complex assignments based on experience
• Photographs properties

Description of Job Duty

• Participates in appraisal meetings with taxpayers every three (3) years
• Answers and/or provides real property information to taxpayers
• Explains to taxpayer methods and procedures used

Must have valid driver's license

Monday - Friday 7:30 A.M.

- 4:00 P.M.

Ohio Building 175 S. Main St., Akron, OH 44308
Currently located at 470 Grant St., Akron due to building construction at Ohio Building

Criminal Background Check, Pre-employment Drug and Alcohol testing, Driving Record Check