Real Property Appraiser

County of Mecklenburg, NC•Charlotte, NC

10d•$57,346 - $86,019

About The Position

Collects, compiles, researches, and analyzes real estate data for taxation and ad valorem valuation. This full journey-level position works under general supervision and measures and lists all property types, processes land splits, and supports property valuation and revaluation work. The appraiser defends ad valorem values before the Board of Equalization and Review and assists with presenting cases to the North Carolina Property Tax Commission. The role also delineates neighborhoods, establishes property grades and characteristics for revaluation, and conducts cost, market, and income studies. The position performs on-site property inspections, evaluates sales and other real property information, estimates property values according to classification, prepares appraisals and reports, and reviews properties for assessment uniformity. It also responds to valuation protests and appeals, represents the county at hearings, testifies in court as required, and assists taxpayers and other organizations with real estate information and explanations of appraisal methods, statutes, and procedures. The role uses statistical methodologies and software and follows guidelines established by the Appraisal Standards Board.

Requirements

At least two years of direct appraisal or appraisal-related experience.
Associate's degree; a combination of relevant education and experience is accepted.
Valid North Carolina or South Carolina driver’s license.
County driving privileges required.
Obtain North Carolina Department of Revenue designation as a County Real Property Appraiser within one year of hire.
Knowledge of real estate appraisal principles, practices, methods, and requirements; the proper application of the Schedule of Values; real estate principles, practices, markets, and values; materials and methods for measuring and listing structures, yard features, and buildings; generally accepted accounting principles and procedures; and applicable federal, state, and local rules and standards.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including preparing presentations, correspondence, memorandums, reports, and other documents.
Ability to collect, analyze, correlate, and apply information to determine property values; use logic and reasoning to assess alternative solutions; analyze data and solve problems; and research, compile, and summarize statistical information.
Ability to make decisions, collaborate, plan and organize work, and communicate information clearly to individuals or groups.
Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Basic knowledge of Computer-Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) systems, GIS applications, ArcView, and PC applications.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.
Completion of IAAO Course 101 or equivalent.
Completion of IAAO Courses 102 and 300.
CNCA certification.

Responsibilities

Collect, compile, research, and analyze real estate data for ad valorem valuation.
Perform on-site inspections to verify the physical characteristics of land and buildings and inform valuation decisions.
Verify and evaluate property sales and other real property information, and use that information to estimate value appropriate to each property classification.
Review property valuation appeals and prepare written appraisals for valuation defense, including investigating and formally responding to protests, appeals, and complaints.
Represent the county at hearings and testify in court as required.
Prepare reports using statistical methodologies and software in accordance with Appraisal Standards Board guidelines.
Review properties to assure assessment uniformity as verified by state audit.
Assist taxpayers, agencies, and organizations in obtaining real estate information, and explain appraisal methods, statutes, and procedures.
Measure and list property types and work land splits.
Delineate neighborhoods and establish property grades and characteristics for revaluation.
Conduct cost, market, and income studies for revaluation.
Assist in presenting cases to the North Carolina Property Tax Commission.