Residential Appraiser

St. Louis County (MO)•Clayton, MO

51d•$21

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing appraisals of real residential property for the purpose of calculating tax assessments and analyzing collected data to estimate residential land value. The starting salary will be $20.88 hourly and there is an addition to pay for hours worked for those possessing State certification ($2/hour for Residential certification or appraisal license and $4/hour for General). Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/administration/work-for-us/benefits/. St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government. For more information regarding this program, please visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.

Requirements

Two years of experience in residential appraisal or real estate sales, or one year of experience working as a Residential Data Collector for St. Louis County; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
The work rules for the St. Louis County Assessor's Office require all employees, whether they reside in St. Louis County or elsewhere, to remain current in the payment of their personal and real property taxes.
Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Conducts appraisals of property categorized as single family, multi-family, condominium, tax-exempt and agricultural by auditing properties, inspecting sites and interviewing.
Researches, gathers, and interprets information on residential appraisals.
Conducts field audits of properties that are existing or under construction to verify modifications that affect the value.
Develops and maintains appropriate records.
Investigates, presents, and defends property values in a manner that complies with the State Tax Commission Statutes, and Board of Equalization.
Performs such additional duties, with the required abilities and under the indicated working conditions and environment, as may properly be required of a position in this job class.