Property Appraiser IV

Job Code: 27030 Salary Grade: 18 Salary Range: $54,209 - $87,277 FLSA:
Exempt

The purpose of this classification is to appraise property values via mass appraisal.

Assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise; assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding operational procedures and proper use of equipment and systems; and assists with supervision of co-workers by reporting employee problems and providing input on disciplinary action and employee performance evaluations.

Assists supervisors in developing and implementing methods to ensure uniform appraisals; applies cost, market, and income approaches to determining value; assists in the preparation of procedures; and trains lower-level appraisers in application of procedures.

Conducts complex or difficult appraisals; identifies problem areas and works with supervisor to develop effective solutions; appraises properties throughout the County, including historical properties, renovations, additions, remodeling; and appraises properties involved in division or combination, including new properties; and appraises properties of unusually high value.

Updates County data; performs data collection to record map changes, property splits or combinations, and new construction; updates property descriptions; measures new construction and additions or renovations; reviews and verifies property sales, including field work to develop sketches or photographs; and assists in compiling annual Tax Digest.

Assists in responding to formal appeals related to property valuations; provides information and documentation; verifies records; conducts additional research and field reviews; attends meetings, conferences, hearings, and court as needed to testify regarding valuation processes and procedures.

Assists property owners, tax representatives, and the general public with tax-related matters; and provides information and answers questions regarding appraisal methodology, appeals process, parcel ownership, parcel mapping, land characteristics, physical improvement data, and current or historical valuation.

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Property Appraisal, Business/Public Administration, or a related field required; five years of increasingly responsible property appraisal experience, with at least two years as an Appraiser III; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license; and must possess and maintain a Georgia Appraiser IV certification.

This position is posted as Property Appraisal IV; however, it may be filled at a lower level within the job family, depending on the applicants’ education and experience.