Property Appraiser 2

Benton County•Corvallis, OR

8h•Onsite

About The Position

The Benton County Assessment Department is looking for a Property Appraiser 2. The purpose of this position is to accurately establish real market value of all real and personal property in Benton County. This is done in accordance with the Oregon State department of revenue’s rules and regulations and is accomplished through onsite inspections of tracts of land, dwellings, outbuildings, and or manufactured homes. Flexible work schedule is available upon successful completion of the probationary period. This recruitment may be filled at the level of Property Appraiser Trainee, Property Appraiser 1, or Property Appraiser 2 depending on qualifications and experience. For Property Appraiser Trainee level, the position is distinguished from the Property Appraiser 1 by the entry-level type of residential appraisals performed and the level of training and oversight by Senior appraisers. For Property Appraiser I level, initial appraisals may be less complex and of narrower scope than those performed by a Property Appraiser 2.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or two-year technical degree in a field related to the assignment.
4 years of general office, property appraisal, public/business administration, real estate or finance experience or a related field.
Registered Appraiser with the Department of Revenue per ORS 308.010 at time of hire and maintain registration by completing formal education approved by the Department of Revenue.
Valid Oregon Driver’s License and good driving record.
Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations.
Excellent data entry skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to read and interpret maps and aerial photos.
Knowledge of assessors' maps, property descriptions, and measurements.
Knowledge of deeds, contracts, and conveyances.
Physical ability to perform field inspections of various types and on uneven or difficult terrain.
Willingness and ability to drive throughout Benton County and work outside in adverse weather.

Nice To Haves

Passionate about providing outstanding customer service and enjoys being part of a team.

Responsibilities

Accurately establish real market value of all real and personal property in Benton County.
Conduct onsite inspections of tracts of land, dwellings, outbuildings, and/or manufactured homes.
Perform appraisals in accordance with Oregon State Department of Revenue's rules and regulations.

Benefits

11 Paid Holidays
2 Floating Holidays
8 hours of vacation accrual every month
Sick leave
Vacation accrual increases with years of service
$0 Health Insurance Premium
Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
County contributes up to $1,900 per year to Health Savings or Health Reimbursement account
Dependents up to age 26 are covered
6% of salary retirement contribution towards Oregon PERS after 6 months of employment
1.5% of salary deferred compensation 457b plan contribution after 6 months of employment
Wellness program
Monetary incentives and cool prizes for wellness program
100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000)
100% employer-paid coverage for Life ($50,000)
100% employer-paid coverage for Long-Term Disability
Supplemental plans available at reasonable rates
Two salary raises within the first year if performance is in good standing