APPRAISER I, II, III (EQUALIZATION)
About The Position
Performs difficult and technical work appraising real and/or personal property under the general supervision of the Director, with direction from the Chief Appraiser, and performs related duties as required. The position appraises commercial, agricultural, industrial, and some residential properties using State Tax Commission-approved techniques and standards to determine estimated true cash value. It involves preparing and updating property and appraisal records, inspecting properties, interviewing owners, tenants, and managers, measuring structures and land improvements, preparing sketches and legal descriptions, analyzing sales, and determining property values using applicable valuation methods and BS&A software. The posting lists three levels: Appraiser I, II, and III, each with distinct certification and experience qualifications and pay steps.
Requirements
- Appraiser III: Michigan Advanced Assessing Officer (MAAO).
- Appraiser III: At least one year of experience valuing or appraising real property within a government agency responsible for tax-assessment appraisals.
- Appraiser III: At least one year of experience using BS&A Assessing software and Apex Sketching software.
- Appraiser II: Michigan Certified Assessing Officer (MCAO).
- Appraiser II: At least one year of experience valuing or appraising real property within a government agency responsible for tax-assessment appraisals.
- Appraiser II: At least one year of experience using BS&A Assessing software and Apex Sketching software.
- Appraiser I: Michigan Certified Assessing Technician (MCAT).
- Appraiser I: At least one year of experience valuing or appraising real property within a government agency responsible for tax-assessment appraisals.
- Appraiser I: At least one year of experience using BS&A Assessing software and Apex Sketching software.
- Appraiser I: Successfully complete a Michigan Certified Assessing Officer (MCAO) certificate within two years of holding the position; failure to complete it will result in a layoff.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Michigan driver's license and a good driving record.
- Must be able to perform essential job duties and functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
Responsibilities
- Appraise commercial, agricultural, industrial, and some residential properties using State Tax Commission-approved techniques and standards to determine estimated true cash value.
- Prepare property records for on-site inspection of sold properties and properties selected for appraisal studies.
- Travel throughout the County to physically inspect property and interview owners, tenants, and managers to obtain and verify information about structures, land improvements, land use, and other information needed for valuation.
- Measure structures and land improvements; prepare sketches of improvements and legal descriptions.
- Determine soil categories for agricultural properties.
- Analyze and verify sale information.
- Complete or update appraisal records, including required data, using BS&A software to determine estimated true cash value.
- Determine final value using factors including zoning, current use, replacement costs, market comparison, income analysis, depreciation, and land improvements.
- Use appropriate methods to determine the value of land and improvements.
- Ensure new parcels and construction are added to tax rolls.
- Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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