Appraiser Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 2+ years’ appraiser/valuation experience.
• Understanding of USPAP Compliance.
• Knowledge of new and revised tax laws and Texas Property Tax Code.
• Real Estate Terminology.
• Must have sufficient mobility to visit property sites that may feature rough terrain and to work outdoors in unfavorable weather conditions.
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time with ability to reach, bend and move up/down on steps.
• Must be able to lift up to 50-pounds.
• The position requires considerable concentration, creativity and ability to manage time effectively.
• The position is subject to stress caused by a changing public environment, mandatory deadlines and heavy workload.
• Requires the ability to ask questions that will bring forth the information needed to make sound decisions.

Nice To Haves

• Registered Professional Appraiser (RPA) Certification for internal candidates.
• Advanced appraisal designation, or related appraisal license or certification nearing completion for external candidates preferred.
• This includes Appraisal Institute or other related coursework started for A TALCB License.
• RPA designation to be completed within 3 years for external candidates.
• Previous exposure to the litigation process and experience as an expert witness, preferred.
• Advanced appraisal courses from IAAO and Appraisal Institute preferred.
• Real estate background knowledge preferred for external candidates.
• Report writing.
• Valuation analysis procedures.
• HCAD standards of documentation.
• Market conditions.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze property information by collecting and verifying data.
• Assist in trial preparation, depositions, attend mediations, and give expert witness testimony for trials.
• Perform property inspections.
• Assist with technical reports and manual preparation and construction.
• Conduct special projects.
• Update software database as needed.
• Perform review appraisals as necessary.
• Use appraisal methodology to arrive at reasonable value indications based on discovery data and other information and research data.
• Work effectively and efficiently with attorneys.
• Prepare files and offers for settlement conferences, mediation and court.
• Availability to communicate with attorneys after working hours.
• Ensures compliance with USPAP Appraisal Practices & Processes.
• Develops case management capability.
• Utilize Generally Accepted Appraisal Practices along with Market Data Analysis.
• Create a professional presence through actively listening and ensuring effective communication with attorneys and others. Maintain confidentiality.
• Represent HCAD in a professional manner in at all times. Responds positively to others with a willingness to work efficiently in all departmental matters.
• Determine strategy of cases based on informed decisions; Analyze information pertaining to the case (history, evidence, issues) and create reports that will be used to determine course of action; Evaluate risks for and against a recommended decision, while considering all implications and consequences and necessary costs.
• Achieve departmental goals by working cooperatively with attorneys, management, and all others while representing in a team player atmosphere.
• Create all report types in a timely manner for courtroom testimony.
• Work efficiently on case management.
• Represent the District in trial court, at depositions, and at inspections in a professional manner.
• Ability to defend and explain their expert report in court and at depositions.
• Perform oral and written market value appraisals, equity analysis, appraisal reviews and other pertinent documentation to be used as evidence for expert testimony in litigated cases.
• Must meet mandatory deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.