APPRAISER II - 73001094

State of Florida•Orlando, FL

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Appraiser II works within the Florida Department of Revenue's Property Tax Oversight Program, which oversees the 67 elected property appraisers throughout Florida. The position appraises real property to determine just market value for assessment purposes in accordance with prescribed guidelines. Work includes inspecting vacant and improved properties in the field, preparing and submitting USPAP-compliant appraisal reports, verifying sales, collecting data, and interviewing people familiar with properties, including contractors, grantors, grantees, and real estate agents. The position requires attention to detail, strong communication and writing abilities, time management, problem-solving, and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. The role requires travel, personal transportation for commuting and assigned work, a driver's license, and property inspections in varying weather conditions. Appraisal training and education, and a path toward obtaining a state-certified license, are available to qualified candidates. Outside employment, such as residential appraisals, may be allowed. The position is eligible for telework.

Requirements

At least two years of single-property or mass appraisal experience, including inspecting and valuing residential, commercial, or industrial real properties.
Experience collecting and analyzing large quantities of sale, income, and expense data.
Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel to compile, interpret, analyze, and display validation data.
Experience applying multiple approaches to value and proper appraisal methodology.
A driver's license.
Personal transportation for commuting and performing assigned responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Florida State Certified Real Estate Appraiser designation, Residential or General.
Registered Trainee designation.
College degree and some appraisal training toward becoming a State-Certified Appraiser.
Professional real estate appraisal designation, such as CFE.
Completion of a formal real estate appraisal education program, such as IAAO, AI, or USPAP.
Work experience in mass appraisal.
A college degree in Real Estate or a closely related field may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

Appraise real property to determine just market value for assessment purposes in accordance with prescribed guidelines.
Conduct field inspections of vacant and improved real property.
Write and submit USPAP-compliant appraisal reports.
Verify sales and collect property data.
Interview parties familiar with properties, such as contractors, grantors, grantees, and real estate agents.
Collect and analyze sale, income, and expense data.
Use multiple approaches to value and apply proper appraisal methodology.