Job Title

Residential Appraiser

Classification

Salary, Non-Exempt

Job Type

Full-time

Reports to

Residential Appraiser Supervisor

RESIDENTIAL APPRAISER

The Residential Appraiser investigates the quality of the construction, the overall condition of the property, and its functional design in order to estimate the fair market value. An outline of tasks for a typical project is shown below.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Accurately measure properties and gather information and characteristics necessary to complete an appraisal for properties in Orleans Parish:
• Activities include property inspection and collection of field and market data,
• Research, organization, analysis, and interpretation of market data in order to establish just values for real property.
• Drive assigned geographical areas of city conducting field work.
• Carefully review reports to ascertain the accuracy of field work for accurate and equitable fair market values.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Negotiate and settle value disputes with property owners and/or property tax consultants.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and with others.
• Receive and makes telephone calls to taxpayers regarding concerns of property valuations.
• Utilizes the three approaches to appraise property.
• Prepares and presents data and information to the Board of Review as required.
• Information obtained, reviewed, or transmitted while performing your job functions/duties are confidential.
• Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A BA/BS DEGREE (OR HIGHER) in financing, accounting, real estate, business administration or a related field, or any combination of experience or education equivalent to two years in a field that would demonstrate the capacity to work as a real estate appraiser. Examples include: previous experience as a real estate appraiser; accounting; auditing; tax preparation; real estate; a real property appraiser.

Experience: Three (3) years of active residential real estate sales or property appraisal, background preferred. Must have experience with the use of a personal computer using Microsoft Office products – Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and must be able to accurately read maps, plats, and architectural plans.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Working knowledge of CAMA system is preferred. The position requires the ability to concentrate on assigned tasks and the ability to manage time effectively in order to meet production and quality objectives. The ideal candidate must be able to communicate clearly on the telephone and face to face, including the ability ask questions that will bring forth the information needed to make sound decisions.

Physical Requirements: The ideal candidate must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time with ability to reach, bend and move up/down. Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds of files or equipment. The position requires the ability to concentrate on assigned tasks and the ability to manage time effectively in order to meet production and quality objectives. The ideal candidate must be able to communicate clearly on the telephone and face to face, including the ability ask questions that will bring forth the information needed to make sound decisions.

Requirements: General knowledge of residential appraisal methods, procedures and techniques and must demonstrate ability to deal with the general public, and effectively present information. Position requires use of personal vehicle and a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, and proof of liability insurance not less than $100,000-$300,000-$100,000. Must also successfully complete criminal background investigation.

Must be able to become a Certified Louisiana Deputy Assessor within 3 years and maintain professional designation. Possession of an appraisal license or Real Estate Broker’s license are desired.

Compensation: Salary range is $43,000 to $64,000 based on experience with a monthly car allowance.

The Orleans Parish Assessor’s Office is an equal opportunity employer committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability or other classes protected by federal or state law. Orleans Parish Assessor’s Office does not tolerate harassment of or retaliation against any employee or applicant on the basis of these characteristics, or because the individual exercised his or her EEO rights.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,000.00 - $64,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a reliable vehicle to use for field work?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• New Orleans, LA 70112 (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person