PROPERTY APPRAISER I

Augusta Richmond County • Augusta, GA

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About The Position

The Property Appraiser I locates and appraises tangible and personal property in Richmond County subject to ad valorem taxation, following Georgia laws, Department of Revenue regulations, and applicable appraisal procedures. The position reports to the Assistant Deputy Chief Appraiser or other designated staff member and works with taxpayers, the public, attorneys, elected officials, law enforcement, and coworkers to maintain accurate, accessible records.

Under supervisory oversight, the appraiser conducts routine and basic-level appraisals of real estate, personal, commercial, and exempt property; creates or verifies data for existing property and new construction; and uses department procedures and current data to establish fair market values. The role collects and audits property and sales data, measures, sketches, or photographs property and improvements, and performs field inspections to verify conditions and records. It also gathers and prepares documentation for appeal hearings and responds to routine questions about appraisal methods, appeals, ownership, mapping, land characteristics, improvements, and valuations.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and two years of increasingly responsible property appraisal experience. New hires must obtain Department of Revenue Appraiser I certification and complete at least 40 hours of training every two years. A valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one is required; certain out-of-state license holders must obtain a Georgia or South Carolina license within 30 days of employment. Applicants must be at least 21 years old. Travel from the office to other locations is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of increasingly responsible experience in property appraisal.
• Familiarity with state and county laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, and departmental policies governing ad valorem taxation of tangible and/or personal property.
• Knowledge of property valuation methods and accounting procedures.
• Proficiency in record keeping, reading and interpreting maps and deeds, producing detailed building drawings, and classifying information.
• Proficiency using computers, calculators, measuring devices, and standard office equipment.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• New hires must be certified by the Department of Revenue as an Appraiser I, as prescribed by the Department.
• Must successfully complete at least 40 hours of training during each two-year period.
• A valid driver's license with a good driving history, or the ability to obtain a valid operator/driver's license for the vehicle or equipment operated.
• If the applicant's state license is other than Georgia or South Carolina, a Georgia or South Carolina license must be obtained within 30 days of employment.
• Must be at least 21 years old, as mandated by the Georgia Department of Revenue.
• Travel from the office to other locations is required.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including decimals and percentages, and potentially fractions, discounts, interest, ratios, surface areas, volumes, weights, and measures.
• Ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule instructions and exercise judgment in applying or adapting methods and standards.
• Ability to operate, maneuver, or control equipment, machinery, tools, and materials used in essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and basic-level appraisals of real estate, personal, commercial, and exempt property under supervisory oversight.
• Create or verify data for existing property and new construction, and establish fair market values using department procedures and current data.
• Compile property-specific data, measure, sketch, or photograph new property and improvements, compile sales information, and audit existing appraisal data.
• Interpret deeds, transferred property information, and/or homestead exemptions as needed.
• Visit properties to verify and audit appraisal reports against actual property conditions and identify errors or problems.
• Verify data for new construction, additions, and renovations.
• Gather information and documentation for appeals, verify records, conduct additional research and field reviews, and prepare data for appeal hearings.
• Assist property owners, tax representatives, and the public with routine tax-related matters and answer questions about appraisal methodology, appeals, ownership, parcel mapping, land characteristics, improvement data, and valuations.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED