Property Appraiser

Consolidated Municipality of Carson City•Carson City, NV

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, FLSA non-exempt position with the Carson City Assessor's Office, located in Carson City, NV. Under general supervision, performs a variety of professional commercial, industrial and residential real and personal property appraisals for taxation purposes. Hiring will not take place until after July 1, 2026. Salary Ranges: Employer-Paid PERS: $27.5193 - $38.5271 hourly / $57,240.04 - $80,136.42 annually Employee/Employer-Paid PERS: $33.1990 - $46.4784 hourly / $69,053.92 - $96,675.02 annually T o learn more about the Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), click here . This position is covered by the Carson City Employees Association. The current collective bargaining agreement outlines the generous benefits offered to Carson City employees: click here This recruitment will remain open until recruitment needs are satisfied. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately, as hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. Please Note: Human Resources determines whether or not you meet the minimum qualifications for the job based on your experience as you describe it on your application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "See Attached Resume" on your application. We do not review resumes, unless specifically stated on the job announcement. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education and Work Experience" section of the application. Applicants not meeting these requirements will not be considered for employment.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, real estate, business administration, or related field; AND one (1) year of professional property appraisal experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.
Nevada State Real or Personal Property Appraisal Certificate within two years of employment.
Valid driver’s license.
Knowledge of laws, codes, court decisions and regulations related to real and personal property appraisals.
Knowledge of computer applications related to the work.
Knowledge of standard office administrative practices and procedures.
Knowledge of concepts and terminology related to real or personal property appraisal and taxation.
Knowledge of concepts, materials, and terminology related to building construction.
Knowledge of principles and practices of real and/or personal property appraisal.
Knowledge of real estate markets and transactions.
Knowledge of methods and techniques of property ownership research and investigation.
Knowledge of record keeping principles and practices.
Knowledge of business mathematics, including statistics and financial analysis techniques.
Knowledge of techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals, at all levels of responsibility, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained.
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.
Ability to interpret, apply, and explain laws and regulations pertaining to property appraisal.
Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet critical deadlines.
Ability to apply appropriate methods, practices, procedures, and regulations in real property appraisal.
Ability to direct the maintenance of accurate records and files.
Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written material.
Ability to use tact, discretion, and prudence in dealing with those contacted in the course of the work.
Ability to use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with staff, coworkers, contractors, and the public.

Responsibilities

Appraises industrial, commercial and/or residential properties, and/or other real and personal property for taxation purposes.
Analyzes, interprets and documents required information to derive equitable and justifiable property appraisals for assigned real and personal properties.
Conducts field inspections of property site to collect and verify property data.
Interviews property owners and other relevant parties to obtain and verify property data.
Reads and interprets a variety of maps and aerial photographs to ascertain boundaries and condition of personal and industrial, commercial and/or residential properties.
Reviews and interprets accounting records, leases, and financial information to ascertain gross and net income for capitalization into an estimate of value.
Reviews and interprets building plans and permits for the valuation of new construction.
Allocates appropriate value to different portions of property parcels based on topography, development, vegetation, soil use and capability of use.
Adjusts property values for property splits based on allocated values of subject properties.
Acts as information source to property owners and other interested parties at the public counter and over the telephone; explaining appraisal and appeal procedures to the taxpayers.
Determines taxable value of property and makes corrections to tax rolls.
Prepares and maintains detailed appraisal work papers; prepares written summary of appraisal procedures and findings.
Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
Monitors changes in laws and procedures and evaluates their effect upon City operations.
Drives a personal or City motor vehicle to visit property sites.
Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work.
Prepares a variety of technical, statistical, and narrative written reports, correspondence, procedures, and other written materials.
Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with elected officials, public, and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment