Senior Appraiser

Wake County Government•Raleigh, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Wake County Department of Tax Administration is seeking a new team member to join their expanding team of Senior Appraisers. As a Senior Appraiser, you will perform real estate appraisals of commercial properties for ad valorem tax purposes. Your goal will be to provide fair and equitable tax assessments for a wide range of property types. To assist in your performance and job satisfaction, you will be provided top-quality equipment, software, data resources and professional development opportunities. Additionally, their employee benefits package is amongst the best available. The Department of Tax Administration serves the citizens of Wake County by appraising, assessing and listing all real estate and personal property within the county, its fifteen municipalities and related service districts. The Department is responsible for the collection of all current and delinquent taxes on such property excluding registered motor vehicles. Consistently leading the state in property tax collection, Department of Tax Administration staff have been recognized over the years for leadership and computer system innovation, including being awarded the Certificate of Excellence in Assessment Administration by the International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO). With over 455,000 parcels, properties in Wake County range from vacant land to single family residences to apartment buildings to commercial high rises, all needing to be assessed fairly and equitably. Their office encourages continued professional growth through working towards IAAO designations and other continuing education opportunities. They offer the ability to work in a hybrid office environment, and the County has an attractive compensation and benefits package.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field
Three years of experience in real or commercial property appraisal
North Carolina Department of Revenue - Real Property Appraiser I within one year of employment
Valid drivers license and "safe" driving record
Equivalent education and experience are accepted

Nice To Haves

Mass appraisal experience preferred
Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing and customer service skills
Computer and organizational skills
Aptitude to interact with all levels of the organization
Advanced critical thinking skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize
Ability to exercise independent and sound judgment in performing the duties of the position
Detail oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Advanced commercial and industrial appraisal knowledge
Extensive knowledge of property tax general statutes
Ability to work independently

Responsibilities

Specialize in commercial property valuation for countywide revaluation and annual listing periods
Review, analyze and implement all three approaches to value for all types of real property
Review complex Income & Expense statements to determine value
Analysis of different commercial lease types
Site visits to gather physical and economic information to appraise properties
Revalue land due to splits, combinations, new parcel creation and zoning changes
Review information supplied by taxpayers and perform analysis to support and defend values during all levels of appeals
Assist with other tasks as determined by real property managers
Provide technical guidance and leadership to the staff in the absence of Appraisal Manager/Supervisor