Real Property Appraiser

Job TitleCollect, compile, research, and analyze real estate data for taxation. This full journey-level position, under general supervision, is responsible for measuring and listing all property types and work all land splits; defending ad valorem values before the Board of Equalization and Review along with assisting in presenting cases to the NC Property Tax Commission; delineating neighborhoods; establishing property grades and characteristics for revaluation; along with cost, market and income studies for revaluation.Essential FunctionsCollect, compile, research, and analyze real estate data for ad valorem valuationPerform on-site inspections to verify physical characteristics of land and buildings, and to formulate valuation decisionsVerify and evaluate property sales and other real property information; apply this information to provide an estimate of value appropriate to the property classificationReview property valuation appeals, prepares written appraisals for valuation defense, including investigation and formal response to protests, appeals and complaints, represents the county at hearings, and testifies in court as requiredPrepare reports using a variety of statistical methodologies and software, and per guidelines established by the Appraisal Standards BoardPerform reviews of properties to assure assessment uniformity as verified by state auditAssist taxpayers and other agencies and organizations to obtain real estate information, and provides explanation of appraisal methods, statutes, and proceduresMinimum QualificationsExperience: Minimum of two years of direct appraisal or appraisal related experience.Education: Associate's degreeCombination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted: YesLicenses and CertificationsRequires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's LicenseRequires County Driving PrivilegesNC Dept. of Revenue as a County Real Property Appraiser within one year of hirePreferred QualificationsBachelor's degree preferredCompletion of IAAO Course 101 or equivalentCompletion of IAAO Course 102 and 300CNCA certificationKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge ofPrinciples, practices, methods and requirements of real estate appraisalUnderstanding the proper application of the Schedule of ValuesReal estate principles, practices, markets and valuesMaterials, methods, for measuring and listing, structures, yard features and buildingsGenerally accepted accounting principles and proceduresPertinent federal, state and local rules, regulations, ordinances, and other regulatory standards applicable to the workSkillsActive Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriateUnderstanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documentsTalking to others to convey information effectivelyCollecting, analyzing, correlating and applying relevant information to determine property valuesUsing logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problemsStrong Oral and Written communication skills to be used in interactions with external and internal customers; ability to prepare oral presentations for managers and staff; ability to compose correspondence, memorandums, reports and other documentsEstablishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, organizations and the publicData analysis, sound judgment and problem solvingResearching, compiling, and summarizing statistical data and information materialsAbilitiesDecision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutionsCollaboration: Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining good working relationshipsPlanning and Organizing: Establishing courses of action for self to ensure that work is completed efficiently and timelyCommunication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information providedComputer SkillsProficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office SuiteBasic Knowledge with Computer-Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) systems, GIS applications, ArcView, and PC applicationsReasonable Accommodations StatementTo accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Disclaimer StatementThis is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor's request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.