Tax Appraiser II

Houston County•Perry, GA

6d•$42,432 - $45,906•Hybrid

About The Position

The purpose of this classification is to perform specialized administrative/technical work functions associated with the appraisal of real and personal property for assessment purposes. This role involves interpreting and applying laws, conducting field appraisals, collecting and analyzing data, preparing property records, and communicating with property owners. The Tax Appraiser II also performs data entry, prepares correspondence and reports, and maintains knowledge of applicable laws and regulations. Additional duties include operating a motor vehicle, processing appeals, and managing departmental files.

Requirements

Knowledge of real estate and personal property appraisal principles and practices for assessment purposes.
Knowledge of state laws, charter provisions, and municipal ordinances relating to real/personal property assessment.
Knowledge of general construction practices and of building and land values.
Knowledge of departmental functions, organization, and policies.
Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures.
Knowledge of standard office equipment.
Knowledge of basic computer applications and techniques.
Skill in performing real/personal property appraisals.
Skill in operating standard office equipment.
Skill in utilizing various computer software programs relevant to the position.
Skill in operating a motor vehicle.
Ability to read and interpret maps, land surveys, plats, blueprints, building construction plans and specifications, and legal documents.
Ability to analyze factors which tend to influence the value of property.
Ability to exercise judgment in the determination of property values.
Ability to understand departmental policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
Ability to organize work activities and establish priorities.
Ability to carry out projects with minimal supervision.
Ability to identify/locate sources of information and conduct research.
Ability to gather and compile data for reports.
Ability to write clear and concise reports.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the general public.
Ability to effectively interact with taxpayers in situations requiring courtesy and tact.
Ability to perform required mathematical calculations.
Ability to operate standard office equipment.
Ability to utilize various computer software programs relevant to the position.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Ability to walk, climb, crouch, or otherwise physically maneuver in buildings and on construction sites during property site inspections.
Must possess and maintain valid Appraiser II certification (or higher level).
Must complete forty hours of prescribed continuing education in the field every two years.
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

Course work in real estate, business management or economics.
May provide direction, assistance and/or training to other staff members.

Responsibilities

Interprets and applies state and local laws pertaining to property appraisal and assessment.
Locates and identifies real property, referring to various maps, property indexes, directories and other documents.
Conducts field appraisals of property; measures property size, shape, square footage, etc.; collects data relative to number of rooms, type of construction, age, and other conditions affecting values; records data; prepares property sketches; makes calculations and applies such data to appraisals of specific buildings.
Prepares detailed property record cards for use in calculating appraised values.
Collects data relative to land valuations and applies such data in appraising specific parcels of land.
Processes documentation pertaining to personal property tax assessments; prepares/distributes personal property reporting forms; audits personal property records; interprets returns using various pricing valuation methods; correlates reported values with fair market values; researches discrepancies in information.
Appraises fair market value of all taxable personal property; performs site inspections; records data.
Reviews various records and documentation in association with determining appraised values; researches public records of sales, leases, assessments and other transactions to verify sales data; maintains equalization of comparative properties; verifies ownership for proper classification of property; interprets statistical data.
Identifies other factors impacting value of existing properties (e.g., remodeling, new features, changes in classification, etc.); takes such factors into consideration in determining appraised values.
Maintains sales ratio data; analyzes sales information.
Updates existing property records through field inspections, sales report analyses, and other sales information.
Values new parcels of land (e.g., new subdivisions, parcel splits, map changes).
Maps property lines, parcel splits and acreage on maps.
Analyzes and finalizes values for assessment notices.
May inspect mobile homes for proper decal; compiles inspection data and forwards as appropriate.
Reads and interprets blueprints, floorplans, maps, plats, etc.
Performs data entry functions by keying data into computer system; retrieves, reviews or modifies data in computer database; generates computerized reports.
Processes a variety of documentation associated with departmental operations, per established procedures and within designated timeframes; distributes documentation or maintains records as appropriate.
Compiles and/or tracks various administrative and/or statistical data pertaining to departmental operations; performs basic research as needed; makes applicable calculations; prepares or generates reports; maintains records.
Prepares routine correspondence, forms, reports, spreadsheets, and other documents manually or via computer and/or typewriter.
Receives various documentation; reviews, processes, responds, forwards, maintains, and/or takes other action as appropriate.
Communicates with property owners to provide information/education, resolve problems, etc.; assists public with information requests on property ownership, value, legal description, purchase price, and date of purchase.
Coordinates effective communications by initiating outgoing communications, responding to incoming communications, and relaying information between the department and other departments, outside agencies, and the general public.
Answers the telephone; provides information; takes and relays messages and/or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.
Responds to routine requests for information or assistance from members of the staff, the public, or other individuals.
Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws and regulations; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
May provide direction, assistance and/or training to other staff members.
Operates/maintains a motor vehicle in performing inspection activities.
Processes and defends appeals of value to the Board of Tax Assessors.
Receives, opens and distributes incoming mail; prepares outgoing mail.
Copies and distributes correspondence, memoranda, reports, and other related materials.
Initiates/receives facsimile transmission of documents via facsimile machine.
Prepares departmental files; maintains file system of departmental records.
Performs other related duties as required.