What are the responsibilities and job description for the Appraiser I position at Chatham County Government?
Multiple positions are available in the real property division.
The Board of Assessors is looking for three (3) Appraisers I to join their team. Do you have an Associate Degree or two (2) years of experience? Apply today.
- Appraise tangible personal property or real property for assessment purposes, conduct field reviews, locate assets and property for appraisals, and gather and record data affecting values.
- Use drawing skills for accurate diagrams of buildings and property.
- Make calculations, apply data to appraisals, and prepare detailed records for calculating appraised values.
- Apply and interpret state and local property assessments and appraisal laws.
- Appraise the fair market value of taxable and non-taxable property.
- Use your oral and written communication skills as you defend values before the Board of Equalization, research and gather data for Superior Court cases, and testify as needed.
- Utilize a computer to perform data entry, research, and other clerical duties.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Associate Degree in Real Estate, Construction, Business, Accounting, or a related field, or
- At least two (2) years of experience and training in property evaluation, appraisal, assessment, or a closely related field; or
- Any equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Must be able to lift and move at least 20 pounds.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
- Must have completed the qualifications of the Appraiser I exam or can complete the qualifications of the Appraiser I exam within a specified timeframe.
- The ability to utilize handheld terminals is desirable.
Upon voluntary termination of employment of fewer than 12 months of service, employee must reimburse the Board of Assessors for training and testing expenses. Candidate will be subject to a 12-month probationary period.