Real Estate Appraiser

Job Title

Appraisal Technician

Job Description

Under general supervision, performs technical work in appraising land, residential buildings, commercial and industrial buildings, and building improvements for tax assessment purposes. Work involves contacting property owners; sketching layouts of structures; creating maps; and determining the size, type of construction, grade of materials, quality of workmanship and other related appraisal data needed to arrive at the taxable value; and updating cadastral tax maps. Employee is responsible for computing and pricing lot sizes, construction areas, subdivisions and land splits, and defending appraisals before informal review boards. Reports to the County Assessor.

Additional job functions include providing appraisal assistance to County residents, reviewing deeds and record transfer information for preparation of tax billing, performing routine clerical tasks such as filing, answering the telephone and taking messages, and assisting fellow employees with various tasks. Performs other related work as required.

Typical Qualifications

Graduation from high school supplemented by vocational or professional training in drafting and appraisal work; and 1 to 2 years of experience in real property appraisal; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Certification as a real property tax appraiser by the Ad Valorem Tax Division of the North Carolina Department of Revenue. Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license.

Benefits

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, EAP, legal aid, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours per week over the course of a year, receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, please contact our Human Resources Department.