Property Appraiser I

DeKalb County (GA) • Decatur, GA

367d • $42,553 - $68,510

About The Position

The purpose of this classification is to appraise property values via mass appraisal. The Property Appraiser I is responsible for conducting property appraisals, performing basic level appraisals of real, personal, commercial, and exempt properties, and creating or verifying data for existing and/or new construction. This role involves using department procedures and current data to establish fair market values.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Vocational or technical training in property appraisal preferred.
• Previous experience in property appraisal or real estate is preferred.
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.
• Must obtain and maintain Georgia Appraiser I certification within twelve months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conducts property appraisals; performs basic level appraisals of real, personal, commercial and exempt properties.
• Creates or verifies data for existing and/or new construction.
• Uses department procedures and current data to establish fair market values.
• Collects property data; compiles data specific to each property.
• Measures, sketches, or photographs new property, additions, and renovations to determine property values.
• Compiles sales information; audits existing appraisal data.
• Performs field inspections; audits reports for errors and problems.
• Verifies data for new constructions and additions or renovations.
• Prepares appeal data; gathers information and documentation.
• Verifies records; conducts additional research and field reviews.
• Prepares related data for appeal hearings.
• Assists property owners, tax representatives, and the general public with tax-related matters.
• Provides information and answers questions regarding appraisal methodology, appeals process, parcel ownership, parcel mapping, land characteristics, physical improvement data, and current or historical valuation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees