Real Estate Appraiser II

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Under direction and supervision, makes appraisals of all classes of non-residential properties. Nonresidential classes include rental apartments, industrial property, retail, office building, hotels, condominium, office/industrial buildings, vacant land zoned for non-residential uses, service stations, fast food restaurants, nursing homes, day care centers, and other properties as directed. Defends assessments in the administrative appeal process, at the Board of Equalization level and in Circuit Court. Meets with taxpayers, property tax representatives and attorneys. Prepares special reports and analysis of economic data. Assists in the quality review of appraisals and training of both new and seasonal staff.

Note: Salary offer will be commensurate with related work experience, licenses and/or designations and will not exceed the mid-point of the advertised salary range ($100,632.48). Please review Fairfax County's generous retirement benefit package as we do not participate in the VRS retirement system.

Illustrative Duties

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.)

Collects data for appraisal analysis of commercial and complex residential properties;

Analyzes data and applies income approach as well as other traditional approaches in determining property value;

Defends assessments in the administrative appeal process and before the Board of Equalization;

Assists the litigation team in preparing the defense of assessments in Circuit Court;

Responds to requests for assessment information and interpretation of the appraisal process from County officials and staff, the Board of Equalization, property owners and the public;

Assists in the training of new Real Estate Appraisers;

May provide leadership for major appraisal projects.

Required Knowledge Skills And Abilities

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an-all inclusive list.)

Knowledge of the principles and practices of appraising commercial and complex residential properties;

Knowledge of local government tax assessment principles, policies, and procedures;

Ability to compute real estate values using income, market sales and cost appraisal methods;

Ability to organize and summarize facts related to appeal cases;

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;

Ability to maintain effective working relationships with County officials, staff and citizens.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:

(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree; plus three years field experience in the appraisal of real property.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and a driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

This position is emergency/essential services personnel. (Required to report for duty during inclement weather and/or other emergencies.)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Residential or Certified General Appraisal License, or
• Designation from the International Association of Assessing Officers (AAS, RES, CAE) and/or the Appraisal Institute (MAI, SRA, SRPA).
• Experience in mass appraisal for real estate assessments.
• Experience performing macro analysis on commercial properties for tax assessment purposes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be physically able to measure residential and non-residential property in the field. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

Panel interview and may include exercise.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others .) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.