Appraiser, Senior

Job Title

Perform senior level technical functions in the appraisal, analysis, and verification of commercial, business, residential, and personal property for the Pinal County Assessor's Office and research, evaluate, and verify market value for complex and unusual property appraisals under basic supervision.

Typical Classification Essential Duties

• Provide customer service, respond to inquiries from property owners and the general public regarding property appraisal process, values established, and laws governing the valuation of property and perform duties within the scope of authority and training and in compliance with County policies.
• Research, analyze, and verify the accuracy of technical documentation for appraisals and appeals and compile, validate, and present research information and resulting conclusions.
• Review and process complex technical documents, which describe real property, boundaries, attributes, and ownership, including business assets and affidavits of affixture for mobile homes and generate reports as required.
• Research licensing reports and conduct searches for business openings and closures and update database.
• Conduct on-site inspections of various types of property including new and existing residential property and structures, mobile homes, and agricultural, business, and commercial property and land.
• Interpret and apply County policies to determine fair market value for residential, commercial, and personal property.
• Develop fair and equitable assessment of residential and personal property located within the County for ad valorem tax purposes and for proper classification of taxable property and improvements.
• Determine type, quality, and condition of property and verify and document property characteristics.
• Provide technical and/or functional supervision of new or less experienced Appraiser or in absence of higher level of authority.
• Select the appropriate guidelines in applying general policy and procedures.
• Process data collected and enter information into specialized software application databases.
• Review technical documents and other records to evaluate data quality and accuracy.
• Review research findings on appeal cases with County staff and attorneys before court sessions, hearings, depositions, and conferences, assist in developing defense and negotiation strategies, and assure action items are completed.
• Defend appraisal work to property owners, tax representatives, attorneys, the Department of Revenue, Board of Equalization, State Board of Tax Appeals, and other jurisdictions and review and process petitions as required.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required

Minimum Requirements To Perform Work

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) years of Arizona property appraisal experience.
• newly established Arizona Residents must have one
• Appraiser Level 2 certification from Arizona Department of Revenue (DOR).
• Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for education and/or experience only.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of state laws governing the appraisal function, including Arizona Department of Revenue regulations, agricultural laws, and Arizona Corporation Commission statutes.
• Knowledge of procedures and standards governing the appraisal of property, including statutory deadlines and appeals procedures.
• Knowledge of geography, roads, and landmarks of County and surrounding areas.
• Knowledge of principles of record keeping and records management.
• Skill in interpreting and applying laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances.
• Skill in compiling, researching, and analyzing property data.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate appraisal records.
• Skill in using specialized computer software applications, including CAMA (Computer Aided Mass Appraisal), AutoCAD, PBA (Parcel Builder Administrator), GIS (Geographic Information System), and other proprietary systems.
• Ability to perform accurate data entry and mathematical calculations.
• Ability to provide effective customer service and deal tactfully and courteously with the public.

The work is light and requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. The work also requires the ability to balance, climb, finger, walk, perform repetitive motion, operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment, hear, speak, and demonstrate mental and visual acuity.

Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands. The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval.

Notice To Applicants

We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and respect for others. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process, we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration, which may impact your future Pinal County applications.

Offers of employment are valid only if provided in writing and approved by Pinal County Human Resources.

All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply. However, visa sponsorship is not available.

Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT).

Pinal County requires pre-employment screening, which includes a Motor Vehicle Record check, a comprehensive background check (encompassing employment, education, and criminal history), and drug testing for safety-sensitive roles. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify candidates from employment. Employment offers are contingent on successful pre-employment screening. If driving is a requirement of the position, you must have a valid Arizona State Driver's License in accordance with Arizona State Law.

Work in this classification requires an individual to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this description.