GENERAL DESCRIPTION

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Collects, produces, and analyze statistical and market data and identifies economic factors affecting property valuation.
• Conducts field inspections to verify data on existing structures or to measure and collect data on new structures and accurately maintaining data on a CAMA system.
• Reviews and interprets building plans verifying new construction data and correctly sketched buildings.
• Analyzes and interprets recorded legal instruments and other source documents to accurately and effectively to establish residential property values.
• Monitor county zoning cases and other factors that impact property valuation.
• Communicate with tax payers, real estate professionals, Board of Equalization Members, tax reps, other county employees to resolve valuation question and explain all aspects of property assessment programs.
• Collect evidence for Board of Equalization Hearings
• Working knowledge of basic principles and practices of property appraisal and appraisal terminology as it pertains to residential properties
• Adequate knowledge and ability to read building plans and blue prints
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Operate a personal computer and related software
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers

REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES

• Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods and techniques of appraising real property; laws and ordinances governing the appraisal of real property.
• Ability to analyze facts affecting property values and use of sound judgment in determining property values.
• Ability to develop and express ideas effectively in oral and written form and to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Proficiency in personal computer skills with software including Word, Excel and CAMA system.