Residential Appraiser 36

City of Lansing•Lansing, MI

20h

About The Position

The City of Lansing is seeking a Residential Appraiser to join a team of professionals in the Assessors Office. The position assists with mass appraisal techniques and individual appraisals of residential property. The role involves physically inspecting properties, collecting and evaluating property and market data, and determining appraised values. The appraiser may also research and defend cases before the Michigan Tax Tribunal. Applicants must possess and maintain a Michigan Certified Assessing Officer (Level 2) Certification (MCAO) from the State of Michigan and a valid driver’s license. An associate’s degree is preferred. The City offers a competitive wage and benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, paid vacation, sick leave, and holiday leave. The City of Lansing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Certified Veteran Friendly Employer. It provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants must attach a cover letter, resume, official college transcripts, and copies of acquired certifications to their application. Hand-delivered applications and documentation will not be accepted.

Requirements

Possess and maintain a Michigan Certified Assessing Officer (Level 2) Certification (MCAO) from the State of Michigan.
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
High school diploma or GED is acceptable.
One to three years of experience as a residential appraiser in the public or private sector.
Knowledge of building types, basic construction components, property tax laws, and real estate terminology.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform residential appraisals by physically inspecting properties, measuring, taking photographs, interviewing property owners, and accurately compiling data.
Determine the age, style, depreciation, and quality of construction of buildings by observing, interpreting, and evaluating information.
Collect building permit data and modify property records and valuations as applicable.
Review sale information for accuracy, including sale type and percentage transferred.
Study construction, sales data, and neighborhood trends to establish appraised property values.
May conduct research and defend cases before the Michigan Tax Tribunal using the cost, income, and sales approaches to value.