APPRAISER I

Henry County, GA • Mcdonough, GA

42d

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to appraise property values via mass appraisal for the purpose of assessing taxes. Incumbents focus on the collection of data and routine appraisals.

Requirements

• Requires a High School diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of related experience in property appraisal, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.
• Must possess and maintain Appraiser I certification.
• Knowledge of local government operations, tax assessment related programs, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications related to the essential functions of the job.
• Skill in effective communication, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• Ability to get along with others, and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evening meetings.
• Ability to multi-task and work within deadlines.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to work with and process payments for accounts within the budget and department.
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and accounting purposes.
• Ability to operate a copying machine.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Property Appraisal preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts routine property appraisals; performs basic level appraisals of real, personal, commercial, and exempt property; creates or verifies data for existing and/or new construction; and uses department procedures and current data to establish fair market values.
• Collects property data; compiles data specific to each property; measures, sketches, or photographs new property, additions, and renovations to determine property values; compiles sales information; and audits existing appraisal data.
• Performs field inspections; visits properties; verifies and audits reports versus actual property for errors and problems; and verifies data for new construction and additions or renovations.
• Prepares appeal data; gathers information and documentation; verifies records; conducts additional research and field reviews; and prepares related data for appeal hearings.
• Assists property owners, tax representatives, and the general public with routine 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.
• Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes, and per established procedures; receives and reviews various documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards, or retains as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documentation; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.
• Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, Internet, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.
• Communicates with supervisor, other County employees, builders, real estate agents, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED