What are the responsibilities and job description for the COMMERCIAL APPRAISER 2025 position at City of Stamford, CT?
DUTIES: Under the general supervision of the Tax Assessor, The Commercial Appraiser is responsible for valuing and assessing commercial properties for taxation purposes, ensuring that property taxes are equitably and accurately assessed in accordance with state law. The role involves both technical and administrative duties related to property assessment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Accounting, Economics, or a closely related field. Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in real property appraisal work obtained in the last 10 years. OR an equivalent combination of experience as described above.
At time of appointment, possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
SCOPE OF EXAMINATION: There will be a written examination on a date to be determined, weighted 100% which will test for the following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
· Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
· Thorough knowledge of the principles, terminology and materials of building construction & renovation.
· Good knowledge of modern principles & practices of real property appraisal.
· Good knowledge of and application of the 3 approaches to value: sales approach, cost approach & income approach.
· Skill in drafting.
· Ability to read and analyze building plans and specifications.
· Ability to meet and deal effectively with taxpayers & coworkers
· Ability to keep accurate records.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Interested candidates should submit a completed City of Stamford Employment Application and Application Supplement “25 - 13” by Friday March 28, 2025, toHrRecruiting@stamfordct.gov. Applications can be obtained at www.stamfordct.gov.
PLEASE NOTE: All applications MUST BE COMPLETELY FILLED OUT, even if submitting a resume, including but not limited to: (1) Position applying for (2) Employment history including dates (month & year) and reasons for leaving a position (“See Attached Resume” is not acceptable) Applications with missing information will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Applications of candidates who do not meet the stated position requirements will not be considered.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45.68 - $53.96 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $46 - $54
