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JOB SUMMARY
Responsible to measure, list and value Residential, Farm, Farm related real estate according to current County mass appraisal methodology in a subset of townships, boroughs and City wards for local property tax purposes.
Reports to the Assessment Manager. The position does not entail supervising other people. The position works closely with the Clerical staff during the data entry stage of field work.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Measure, list and perform all data collection duties for Residential, Farm and Farm related properties according to current County procedures for assessment purposes, which includes a periodic visit to all building permit sites and many sales sites in a subset of municipalities within the County. Grade, depreciate and evaluate real estate applying various mass appraisal techniques in order to render fair, uniform, and accurate assessments within a set of parameters according to existing County assessment procedures. Learn and execute computer software functions as necessary, including the use of a digital camera, laptop computer and any other computer interface devices. Plan route and travel County roads in order to locate properties with outstanding building permits or recent sales for data collection or verification purposes. Learn Pennsylvania appraisal and assessment practices and procedures in order to pass the Certified Pennsylvania Evaluator (CPE) exam, to qualify for long-term employment(County sponsered training). Assist the Board of Appeal members by providing information needed during the appeals process. Assist in all phases of preparation, research, analysis and value review proceses required to implement in-house countywide reassessment cycles.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Assessment Manager, Operations Manager or the Director of Assessment.
High School Diploma or Equivalency with one (1) year of relevant experience in real estate, computer assisted mass appraisal or a business related field; or any equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The County of Lancaster offers comprehensive benefits to our employees. Read more about our benefits here.
Lancaster County Government provides Equal Employment Opportunity for all persons regardless of race, religion, age, sex, national origin, genetic information or disability. The County also observes all applicable laws regarding Veterans status. The County reflects this action in all areas of employment and compensation practices and policies. Employment with the County is based upon the ability to perform the job as well as dependability and reliability once an individual is hired.
Full Time
$57k-72k (estimate)
04/02/2024
06/01/2024
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