Appraisal Manager

What You'll Be Doing Wake County Tax Administration is looking for a Real Property Appraisal Manager to join our team. As an Appraisal Manager , you will enjoy competitive pay, excellent benefits and lead a team that focuses its work in the most fiscally responsible, customer focused and service driven approach possible. Join a dynamic team of collaborative leaders and take your career to the next level! The Appraisal Manager reports to the Appraisal Director and works in collaboration with other Appraisal Managers to manage staff and work processes of the real property appraisal division . As a Real Property Appraisal Manager , you will: Oversee the daily duties of real estate senior appraisers, appraisers, appraiser associates and support staff within the real property appraisal division of the Tax Administration Specialize in managing the detailed work and research necessary for annual listing and valuation of the commercial new construction and associated processes. Assist in interviewing and hiring real estate appraisal and support staff Hire, mentor and coach real estate appraisal and support staff Identify and implement, if necessary, changes to business processes Coordinate with the Wake County Information Services department and external vendors to implement and maintain software platforms necessary to produce sound appraisals Work collaboratively with other appraisal managers and provide backup for residential new construction, commercial revaluation and commercial appeals Work with the Appraisal Director, develop and monitor work plans, operational and revaluation budgets Assist in developing requests for proposals and managing contracts Assist the Appraisal Director with/on special projects or external inquiries as needed This is a Hybrid Opportunity. The Basics (Required Education and Experience) Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field Four years of experience in accounting or appraisal North Carolina Department of Revenue - Real Property Appraiser II within 1 year of employment Equivalent education and experience are accepted Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience) Four years of management experience working in an urban government setting Strong understanding of all approaches to valuation including cost, sales comparison and income Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of local government taxation and of the North Carolina Machinery Act Extensive experience with appraisal and assessment of real property Robust data extraction and analysis skills Significant experience with report generation and distribution IAAO designation of CAE, RES, and/or AAS preferred but not required How Will We Know You're 'The One'? Strength in exercising independent and sound judgment in analyzing situations and making decisions involving a variety of fiscal and business areas Exceptional communicator with the ability to express oneself clearly, concisely, and factually with tact and diplomacy Strong conflict resolution abilities to effectively manage concerns and disputes Detail oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated history of continuous improvement and strong leadership and management experience About This Position Location: Justice Center, Raleigh, NC 27601 Employment Type: Regular Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:25am - 5:10pm Hiring Range: $88,538 - $123,949 Market Range: $88,538.00 - $159,359.00 Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 7/27/2026 Equal Opportunity Statement Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Background Check Statement Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Emergency Service Worker Statement In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training. #J-18808-Ljbffr