Real Property Appraiser Trainee - Open Competitive Exam

This is a trainee level position in the Department of Finance, Bureau of Assessment.  The position provides the entry-level knowledge, skills and abilities of a Real Property Appraiser.  Incumbents work under the direct supervision of the upper level appraising titles and the general supervision of higher level assessment staff.  Related work is performed as required.
 
The traineeship will be a minimum of six (6) months and a maximum of twenty-four (24) months in duration.  Trainees appointed from an eligible list who successfully demonstrate the development of knowledge, skills and abilities in property appraisal and assessment will be transitioned to the title of Real Property Appraiser.  If performance does not reflect a representative group of knowledge, skills and abilities at the end of 24 months the traineeship will be terminated. 

• Inspects properties in order to gather information about the use and condition of the structure and site, such as the type of dwelling, classification, occupancy, number of rooms, grades of materials, square footage, etc., following established procedures;
• Contacts property owners by telephone and in writing to set up appointments for inspections or other appropriate purposes;
• Interviews property owners and others to collect financial information, such as sales data, type of mortgage, income and expenses;
• Collects sales-related data, by gathering information about recent sales and reviewing information such as deeds, closing documents, multiple listing service information, etc.
• Schedules appointments and inspections;
• Codes records for assessment purposes to value property;
• Reviews accuracy of information put into the computer by clerical staff;
• Makes exceptions to property classifications for refuse purposes, as appropriate.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or GED, PLUS

A. Two years of work experience which demonstrates familiarity with urban housing construction or valuation.  This work experience may be in support of such activities as real estate sales, appraisal, taxation, construction, and code compliance.

AND

B. One year of public contact experience, such as but not limited to, providing explanations of programs, services, processes, or requirements.

The experiences required in Sections A and B may have been acquired at the same time or separately.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Possession of a valid New York State Class D license at time of appointment AND availability of a vehicle for use during working hours.  This requirement must be maintained throughout employment in this title.

Salary : $44,927 - $57,557