Appraiser Trainee Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Some knowledge of the principles and practices of real and personal property appraising for assessment purposes
• General knowledge of building construction practices and of building and land values
• Some knowledge of applicable State laws, rules, and regulations relating to real and personal property assessing
• Ability to read and understand building construction plans and specifications
• Ability to read and understand Profit and Loss statements and other financial reporting documents
• Ability to analyze factors which tend to influence the value of property and to exercise judgment in the determination of property values
• Ability to write clear and concise reports
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public
• High school diploma or GED and moderate experience in real or personal property appraisal, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to obtain George Department of Revenue Appraiser I and/or II certification within one year or as time/schedule permits
• Favorable background history as determined by review of local, State and Federal records.
• Valid driver’s license in the State of Georgia with a favorable driving history (MVR).

Responsibilities

• Assists in performing real and personal property appraisals to discover, list, and value all real and personal property; field inspects new construction, renovations, additions, and demolitions to determine value.
• Interprets and explains public assessment procedures, program requirements, and related laws and information to the public and assists in obtaining information as necessary.
• Prepares reports; maintains files and records.
• Enters data into database for real and personal property including ownership and name changes, address changes, acreage changes, taxing district changes, etc.; enters billing corrections, abatements, rebills, and refunds; reviews data entry for accuracy.
• Catalogs and indexes all real and personal property; updates property records and changes in values or owners, etc.
• Performs duties for the Board of Assessor’s such as scheduling, applications and appeals, exempt property, homestead, motor vehicles, personal property, real property, and refund requests.
• Encourages and promotes a culture of excellent service.