Real Estate Appraiser III

City of Virginia Beach • Virginia Beach, VA

408d • $61,011 - $94,567

About The Position

The City of Virginia Beach is seeking a qualified Real Estate Appraiser III to join the Real Estate Assessor's Office. This role is responsible for valuing all real estate in the city with fairness and equity, in compliance with state law and city code. The appraiser will work on the commercial valuation team, conducting appraisals, analyzing sales data, and ensuring accurate property assessments. The position offers a competitive salary and a hiring bonus for new employees.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5 years of experience in real estate appraisal.
• Certified General Appraiser license.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong analysis skills and knowledge of economics and finance.
• Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Residential Appraisal License or above in Virginia.
• Experience as an Appraiser in a Real Estate Assessor's Office.
• Advanced MS Excel experience.
• Professional Designation with IAAO, ASA, or Appraisal Foundation.
• Experience in Commercial Appraisals.
• Experience training/mentoring less senior team members.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and record data on land and improvements using deeds, plats, site plans, and field inspections.
• Measure structures using a manual tape measure and compute square footage for evaluation.
• Recheck structures for alterations to maintain accurate property information.
• Perform real estate appraisals for timely reassessment of the city.
• Sketch field measurements and enter detailed data on properties.
• Analyze sales data to determine estimated market value of land and improvements.
• Appraise new construction, land, and building improvements for tax assessments.
• Study building plans and specifications to gather information affecting value.
• Visit properties to verify information on building permits and ascertain quality of construction.
• Compile data for ratio studies, verify sales, and prepare reports for mass appraisal process.
• Assist during real estate tax hearings and conduct property inspections.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED