Appraisal Specialist I

Teller County Government•Cripple Creek, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Teller County's Assessor's Office in Cripple Creek, Colorado, is hiring an Appraisal Specialist I to conduct field inspections of vacant land, agricultural, personal property, and other improved properties, and to perform administrative functions related to property assessment and records. The position answers public inquiries, supports appraisal and assessment processes, maintains property and exemption records, and assists with cartography and personal property work. The role is performed both in the office and in the field, including travel over rough or steep terrain and exposure to varying weather conditions. The schedule is 40 hours per week, with willingness to work unscheduled overtime and/or weekends. This is a full-time, non-exempt, onsite position.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of experience in an office setting or customer service, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
Ability to gain knowledge of local government, office procedures, and office equipment.
Ability to gain knowledge of Colorado statutes related to property taxation and the Colorado Department of Property Taxation’s guidelines, regulations, and requirements.
Skill in mathematical and statistical calculations.
Skill in preparing detailed records, reports, and correspondence.
Effective verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective, professional working relationships with coworkers, other county departments, representatives of agencies and organizations, and the public.
Ability to operate a computer keyboard and standard office equipment, measure existing structures, and travel independently over rough or steep terrain.
Ability to drive and possession of a valid Colorado driver’s license that can be maintained.
Ability to communicate adequately with coworkers, public officials, and the public verbally and in writing.
Willingness to work unscheduled overtime and/or weekend hours.

Responsibilities

Process ownership transfer documents, deeds, splits and combinations, lot line vacations, subdivisions, mining claims, and address changes.
Answer public inquiries about assessment, property valuation, and Colorado Department of Property Taxation guidelines, regulations, and requirements; help resolve problems and suggest solutions.
Conduct on-site inspections of vacant land, agricultural, personal property, and other improved property types to determine land attributes and property characteristics.
Enter data into the property records database and create sketches of improved properties using specialized software.
Conduct sales confirmations.
Assist appraisers with reviewing and researching case preparation to defend property values before boards and hearings.
Process agricultural status requests; monitor lease files and manufactured home information; handle title transfers and purges; track movement into and out of the County; maintain inspection reports; make recommendations to the Assessor; and coordinate with the Treasurer regarding property taxes.
Manage the Law Enforcement Confidentiality Program.
Process abatements, including research, deadline monitoring, and calculation of tax refunds.
Process applications and maintain records for Senior Homestead and Disabled Veterans Exemptions; monitor legislative changes and ensure program compliance.
Review, evaluate, and update information on the Assessor’s website.
Assist with cartography requests; process map modifications and corrections resulting from property transactions; determine property areas and boundaries; and maintain mining claim ownership and precedence.
Collect, process, and maintain personal property data; request questionnaires for personal property types; enter new information and changes into RealWare; locate businesses with personal property; and help coordinate inspections to meet annual audit requirements.
Assist with training as necessary.
Perform similar duties as assigned.

Benefits

Two Meritain Aetna health plans; the County pays 50% to 100% of premiums depending on the plan selected.
HSA plan with County contributions of $1,250 for employee-only coverage or $2,500 for employee plus one or more dependents.
Telehealth/Teledoc options.
Dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Basic and voluntary life coverage.
401a retirement plan with 4% employee contributions and an 8% County match; fully vested after five years.
457b deferred compensation plans with pre-tax and post-tax options.
Paid vacation and sick time, 12 holidays, and one floating holiday.
Aflac.
Wellness programs.
Employee assistance program (EAP).
Education assistance.
Employee discounts.
Uniform allowance.