Senior Review Appraiser

Deputy County Attorney

A vacancy exists in the Office of Law. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications. Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time. You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Under general supervision of the County Attorney, Deputy County Attorney, Assistant County Attorney, Office Manager or designee(s), serves as technical lead in the review of appraisals to ascertain equitable property prices and values for the purpose of the acquisition and disposal of real property; and does related work as required.

• Leads and instructs staff performing appraisal work to ascertain equitable property prices and values for properties under consideration for acquisition or disposal by the County.
• Signs off on the work of the staff as they progress towards certification.
• Reviews complex appraisals and prepares complex appraisals in connection with Federal, State, and County projects for accuracy, standards, format, values and procedures.
• Makes recommendations of just compensation for acquisition and disposal of real property.
• Analyzes engineering information and inspects properties to estimate the number of appraisals, necessary costs and land values.
• Testifies in court or on boards regarding real estate values or other appraisal matters.
• Attends meetings to explain the appraised basis for accepted appraisals.
• Prepares appraisal reports for the County Council and Office of Law.

Examples of Other Duties: Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in real estate, property law, business or public administration, or a closely related field plus four years of experience in real property appraisal. (Education beyond a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience up to a maximum of two years. Experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years.) Comprehensive knowledge of appraisal practices and techniques. Comprehensive knowledge of property values and real estate trends. Comprehensive knowledge of the principles of eminent domain and partial acquisitions. Comprehensive knowledge of land use planning and zoning. Comprehensive knowledge of contract and real estate laws. Skill in preparing appraisal reports and maintaining records. Skill in interpreting construction plans and plats. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to lead and instruct others. Certification as a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser by the State of Maryland Commission of Real Estate Appraisers and Home Inspectors is required at the time of application. Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of application. All licenses and certifications must be maintained throughout employment. Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of degree equivalency documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ( is required for applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America.

Conditions of Employment

Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.

Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time, merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise. Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants. All Baltimore County offices are smoke free. Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination. Salary, annual salary review, general increases, longevity increases, Employee Assistance Program, Health Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Retirement, Paid Leave, Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union, Direct Deposit, Educational Assistance, Deferred Compensation. This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.