Interoffice Applicants Only- Appraiser

Barrow County BOC•Barrow County, GA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing appraisals of real property in Barrow County. An incumbent in this position may be designated "Appraiser I," "Appraiser II" or "Appraiser III." Appraises real property in the county using local sales data. Conducts fieldwork to appraise real property; measures new construction, improvements and existing structures; adjusts grades and depreciation; determines land quality. Enters field data into the Computer Aided Mass Appraisal System. Conducts market cost studies, cost approach studies, income approach studies, and ratio studies to determine uniformity of assessment across all classes of property. Assists in compiling and completing the Tax Digest. Prepares and processes a variety of regular and special reports. Prepares assessment notices for mailings. Attends meetings of the Board of Equalization to defend valuations. Utilizes property tax maps and aerial photography to locate property and improvements. Obtains and processes building permits from city and county departments. Attends informal meetings and formal hearings. Provides information to taxpayers regarding exemptions, rules and regulations. Makes changes in property records based on sales data. Processes assessment appeals and defends values before the Board of Equalization. Meets with property owners to provide information and resolve problems. Attends required training. Answers telephone and greets visitors; provides information and assistance; transfers to appropriate personnel. Performs related duties.

Requirements

Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
One to two years of related experience.
Or a combination of education and experience to sufficiently perform the functions of this position.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to meet necessary requirements of Appraiser as mandated by the Georgia Department of Revenue.
Knowledge of county rules and regulations regarding property valuation and appraisal methods.
Knowledge of procedures used to determine valuations of property.
Knowledge of state laws pertaining to property appraisals.
Knowledge of techniques used in determining fair market value.
Knowledge of the geography and location of properties in the county.
Skill in maintaining accurate records.
Skill in collecting and recording data.
Skill in planning and organizing work.
Skill in performing mathematical calculations.
Skill is using a computer, calculator, facsimile machine, and copier.
Skill in oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

Appraises real property in the county using local sales data.
Conducts fieldwork to appraise real property; measures new construction, improvements and existing structures; adjusts grades and depreciation; determines land quality.
Enters field data into the Computer Aided Mass Appraisal System.
Conducts market cost studies, cost approach studies, income approach studies, and ratio studies to determine uniformity of assessment across all classes of property.
Assists in compiling and completing the Tax Digest.
Prepares and processes a variety of regular and special reports.
Prepares assessment notices for mailings.
Attends meetings of the Board of Equalization to defend valuations.
Utilizes property tax maps and aerial photography to locate property and improvements.
Obtains and processes building permits from city and county departments.
Attends informal meetings and formal hearings.
Provides information to taxpayers regarding exemptions, rules and regulations.
Makes changes in property records based on sales data.
Processes assessment appeals and defends values before the Board of Equalization.
Meets with property owners to provide information and resolve problems.
Attends required training.
Answers telephone and greets visitors; provides information and assistance; transfers to appropriate personnel.
Performs related duties.