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Residential Property Appraiser I TA/16 - 234
Tax Assessor
JOB SUMMARY
This position participates in the appraisal of residential property.
MAJOR DUTIES
1. Participates in the compilation of the annual real property digest.
2. Obtains and reviews building permits referencing the real property parcel number.
3. Conducts field reviews of real property to include notification and consultation with property owner for the
collection of data to be used in the appraisal or real property.
4. Takes and uploads real property pictures, entering all appraisal data and sketches.
5. Collects data for real property appeals; analyzes sales rations, identifies comparable properties, and prepares
change or no-change letters for the appeal process.
6. Keeps abreast of appraisal procedures, market trends, construction costs, and applicable laws, ordinances,
and legislation changes.
7. Participates in preparing and defending the county’s position on appeals.
8. Assists the public in person and by telephone; responds to questions, concerns, and complaints.
9. Participates in the Disaster Assessment Team to identify storm damaged structures and assess damage
costs.
10. Maintains appropriate certification by attending assessment related training.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
1. Knowledge of framing, plumbing, and electrical construction practices.
2. Knowledge of department terminology, procedures, and equipment.
3. Skill in reading and interpreting aerial maps, blueprints, plats, building permits, property deeds, and surveys.
4. Skill in measuring and drawing new construction and additions to existing construction.
5. Skill in taking, editing, printing, and uploading digital photographs.
6. Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
7. Skill in oral and written communication.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The Lead Residential Property Appraiser assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-
checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final
results.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include Fayette County Appraisers Guidelines and the Official Code of Georgia. These guidelines are
generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK
• The work consists of related technical appraisal duties. Changes in residential construction designs contribute
contributes to the accurate appraisal of residential property.
Residential Property Appraiser I, Tax Assessor
CONTACTS
estate agents, bank personnel, and representatives from other organizations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light objects and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of
dexterity.
grease, machinery with moving parts, and occasionally cold or inclement weather. Work requires the use or
protective devices and safety equipment as mandated in the Fayette County Safety and Procedures Manual.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
None.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
(MVR) in compliance with County Safety and Loss Control Guidelines. Completion of the State of Georgia
Department of Transportation Defensive Driving Course and/or Emergency Vehicle Operation Certification
within twelve (12) months of employment. Possession of or ability to readily obtain Appraiser I certification
issued by the State of Georgia Department of Revenue.
ADA COMPLIANCE
accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to
discuss accommodations.
HIPAA COMPLIANCE
the security of Protected Health Information (PHI) however it is obtained, handled, learned, heard or viewed in
the course of their work.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL COMPLIANCE
employment will undergo testing for the presence of illegal drugs and alcohol as a condition of employment. In
the course of employment, employees are subject to random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, and
routine fitness for duty testing for illegal drugs and alcohol abuse. Employees are prohibited to work under the
influence, to possess, to distribute, or to sell illegal drugs in the work place or abuse alcohol on the job.
Confirmed positive is reason for denial of employment and/or termination.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two
years.
Full Time
$43k-60k (estimate)
10/17/2023
05/12/2024