Land Appraisal Supervisor

Douglas County, CO

116d • $90,204 - $135,306

About The Position

This position is responsible for supervising the Land Appraisal team in the completion of complex appraisal work, gathering and analyzing descriptive data and appraising real property for assessment purposes. Work involves a full range of duties including planning, organizing and directing the goals, objectives and activities of the land appraisal staff, including workloads and outcomes. During some periods, a significant percent of this work involves hiring, training, coaching, administrative analysis and oversight. Acts as the subject matter expert in the Assessor’s Office on matters related to appraisal of vacant and improved land, subdivision discounting, natural resource valuation and agricultural classification. Works to ensure compatibility with Assessor strategies, state law and DPT regulations. As a member of the management team, plans and participates in projects that entail complex coordination of resources and helps troubleshoot and resolve problems with assessment data.

Requirements

• Generally, a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field related to real estate, economics, finance or business administration.
• Four or more years of progressively responsible experience in mass appraisal and assessment.
• Experience leading, training and supervising others in this area is preferred.
• Must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License upon hire, with complying insurance.
• A State of Colorado real estate appraisal license is required within two years of hire.
• A Certified Residential or Certified General Appraisal License is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize land appraisal activities to comply with Assessor statutory obligations.
• Supervise Land Staff Appraisers in the data gathering, data analysis and appraisal activities to value all land within Douglas County.
• Prioritize and coordinate workload, assign and check work, develop procedures and training manuals.
• Supervisory duties include hiring, performance management and employee development such as planning, coaching, training, and performance evaluations as well as disciplinary actions.
• Train Land Appraisers concerning procedure changes, laws, regulations, appraisal techniques and methods.
• Utilize resources including market data, USPAP, and the State Division of Property Taxation manual.
• Evaluate and test new software, patches, upgrades, applications of artificial intelligence and other new technologies.
• Monitor, analyze and review all land values for biennial reassessments.
• Review land sales ratios for state auditor compliance.
• Confer and coordinate with Appraisal Analysts in mass appraisal processes and procedures.
• Supervise and train appraisers in sales verification reviews.
• Manage land valuation appeals at the Assessor level and beyond.
• Represent the Assessor’s office as a professional witness at all levels of appeals.
• Prepare and review appraisal reports from staff for presentation before various State and County appeal boards.
• Make recommendations to the County Assessor, Appeals Administrator and County Attorney regarding the disposition of appeal cases.
• Communicate with the public concerning appeals and explain and/or discuss applicable laws and codes.
• Work directly with other senior positions to develop office procedures and training.
• Attend and conduct seminars, classes and workshops related to the appraisal processes.
• Provide training and technical assistance to Assessor’s Office employees regarding subdivision processing and discounting, agricultural classification and vacant land valuation.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including special projects.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree