Deputy Assessor

County of Oconee•Walhalla, SC

About The Position

The Deputy Assessor assists in planning, directing, and supervising the Assessor’s Office, which identifies, maps, appraises, and assesses County real estate in accordance with state law. The position helps organize and implement programs within established organizational policies and reports program progress to executive-level administration. It supervises County Appraisers and performs or assists with appraisal work, including difficult or unique properties. The role also includes maintaining assessment records, monitoring legislation and regulatory changes, managing staff and budgets, and providing information to the public about appraisal procedures and assessments. The Deputy Assessor maintains a state appraiser certification, conducts deed research, measures residential and commercial buildings, handles acreage splits and combinations, determines eligibility for agricultural use of farmland, and distributes building permits to appraisers. The Deputy Assessor may temporarily perform the Assessor’s duties in the Assessor’s absence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and six years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Valid driver’s license.
State certification as a Licensed Appraiser or above.
Ability to analyze and synthesize data and adapt policies, procedures, or methods based on new information.
Ability to negotiate and exchange information and opinions to develop policy or reach decisions and solutions.
Skill in using computers and software, including word processing, spreadsheets, and custom applications.
Ability to apply logical reasoning to diagnose problems, collect data, and solve abstract problems with broad organizational impact.
Skill in algebra, analytic geometry, calculus, statistics, finance, and economics, including use of financial and econometric models.
Ability to read professional publications, present information and training to groups, and prepare original reports and other written materials.
Ability to perform professional and managerial work involving complex administrative or technical problems, detailed procedures, and sustained attention to detail.
Ability to make decisions affecting the organization and the public and to establish goals, objectives, and policies.
Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly.
Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Certified Assessment Evaluator (CAE) designation.
MAI designation.

Responsibilities

Assist the Assessor in planning, organizing, and directing Assessor’s Office programs and ensuring compliance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
Assist with supervising office operations, assigning workloads and schedules, directing staff, coordinating activities, allocating personnel, selecting employees, and making recommendations regarding employee actions and compensation.
Review subordinate work for completeness and accuracy and provide training, advice, and assistance.
Assist with planning and providing staff training and development.
Assist in maintaining County reassessment procedures.
Perform or assist with assigned duties and investigate and correct technical errors.
Assist in developing and administering the department budget and ensure effective use of resources.
Monitor current and pending legislation affecting appraisal policies, recommend policy and procedure changes, and inform staff of legal and regulatory updates.
Perform or assist with appraisal work, including commercial properties and properties involving unique or difficult appraisal problems.
Assist as chief damage assessment officer by inspecting and evaluating property damage after disasters and preparing reports.
Assist in preparing cases for the Appeals Board and defend appraisals before the Appeals Board and courts as necessary.
Update and analyze market values used to determine property values.
Help ensure assessment records are accurate and up to date.
Provide information to the public about appraisal procedures, policies, methods, and assessments; respond to questions and monitor customer service.
Compile and analyze data and prepare studies, decision-making materials, and periodic or special reports.
Coordinate department activities with County departments, municipalities, and outside agencies.
Conduct and attend staff meetings and represent the County at professional, community, and civic organizations and agencies.
Respond to inquiries, concerns, complaints, and requests for assistance from County personnel, elected officials, and citizens.
Value properties using appraisal software.
Measure residential and commercial buildings.
Distribute building permits to appraisers.
Supervise County Appraisers.
Temporarily fill the Assessor role when the Assessor is absent.
Perform other related duties as assigned.