What are the responsibilities and job description for the Real Property Appraisal Administrator position at Gaston County Government?
Joining the team at Gaston County Government means being part of a community that is dedicated to improving the lives of its citizens. We are a dynamic organization that values innovation, collaboration, and commitment to service.
As an employee of Gaston County, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in your community every day. Whether you are working in public safety, social services, or administration, your contributions will help improve the lives of our residents and build a better future for our county.
Description
The Gaston County Tax Department aims to accurately and impartially appraise all property in accordance with applicable state laws and to collect all ad valorem taxes. We strive to be effective, efficient, and courteous to all customers and citizens of Gaston County.
An anticipated hourly salary range for this position is $41.97 to $48.78.
Examples of Duties
The duties listed below are not all of the duties that may be assigned but are identified as those that are essential for an employee to perform.
- Supervises and participates in the appraisal of residential, commercial, industrial, and land parcels in Gaston County.
- Conducts field training with appraisal staff
- Plans and evaluates the work of supervised personnel; work involves planning short- and long-range work activities and evaluating employees on their performance.
- Prepares various written and statistical reports of work activities; prepares narrative responses to appeal of property valuations or as justification for valuations.
- Assists with informal appeals
- Tax office representative to the Board of Equalization and Review with formal appeals.
- Discusses appraised value of residential, commercial, industrial, or land parcels with property owners to resolve questions or problems.
- Manages the exemptions, exclusions, and Present-Use Value program for the County.
- Manages the corrections of tax bills.
- Performs related work as required
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field with a minimum of seven (7) years of appraisal experience. OR
- IAAO Designation with a minimum of seven (7) years of appraisal experience OR
- Ten (10) years’ experience in the appraisal field required in place of a degree or IAAO Designation.
- A current certification by the State of North Carolina as an Appraiser is required.
Additional Information
The candidate selected must undergo and pass a drug screening test prior to employment
At Gaston County, we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, job applicants, and members of the community we serve. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable laws.
Gaston County will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Salary : $42 - $69
