Residential Appraisal Deputy - County Assessor
About The Position
Residential Property Appraisal Deputy – Fieldwork Location: Allen County, INDepartment: Assessment DivisionSchedule: 37.5 hours/week (Monday–Friday), occasional overtime Reports to: Senior Assessment Team Leader – Fieldwork Do you enjoy working independently, being outside, and using technology? Are you the kind of person who notices details others miss? We're looking for a Residential Appraisal Deputy to help make sure homes and agricultural properties in Allen County are assessed fairly and accurately. This is a field-based role with time in the office too. You’ll be visiting neighborhoods, measuring homes and structures, collecting data, and entering it into our specialized software. The work you do helps ensure a fair and balanced property tax system for everyone in our community. Why This Job Is a Great Opportunity Meaningful Work: You’re helping keep property taxes fair for your neighbors. Independence: Enjoy a good mix of field and office time. Training Provided: We’ll help you get state-certified as an Indiana Assessor-Appraiser (Level II & III). Technology-Driven: Use industry software, satellite imagery, and tablets in your daily work. Supportive Team: Work with experienced team members who care about professional development. A Day in the Life Visit residential and agricultural properties for inspections Measure buildings and yard structures to ensure accurate records Compare what you see on-site with what’s in the system – and make updates Use computer systems like CAMA and GIS mapping tools Analyze satellite images to spot changes in property features Explain assessments and answer questions from homeowners and property owners Help ensure accuracy through data audits and team collaboration
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1+ year of experience in customer service, sales, data entry, or similar
- Willingness and ability to earn your Indiana Level II Assessor-Appraiser certification within 6 months (we help with this!)
- Commitment to earning Level III within 18 months after Level II
- Solid computer skills – Microsoft Office, email, and learning specialized software
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Valid driver’s license
Nice To Haves
- Experience with measuring or evaluating property is a plus – but not required
Responsibilities
- Visit residential and agricultural properties for inspections
- Measure buildings and yard structures to ensure accurate records
- Compare what you see on-site with what’s in the system – and make updates
- Use computer systems like CAMA and GIS mapping tools
- Analyze satellite images to spot changes in property features
- Explain assessments and answer questions from homeowners and property owners
- Help ensure accuracy through data audits and team collaboration
Benefits
- Training Provided: We’ll help you get state-certified as an Indiana Assessor-Appraiser (Level II & III).
- Supportive Team: Work with experienced team members who care about professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
