What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Appraiser POS # 125000032 position at Cumberland County?
- Plans work schedule to perform property inspections required to measure and collect pertinent data for the listing and valuation of land and improvements using accepted methods, procedures, resources and adopted schedules to utilize sales comparison, cost, and income approaches to derive accurate property values for assessment
- Researches, obtains, and collects cost, sales and income data and information from the automated database, building plans, soils data and multiple sources; researches the real estate market on a continual basis
- Assists in developing and implementing market, cost and income models for real property conducting market area research to delineate neighborhood boundaries and utilizes statistical and mathematical techniques to order and condense large masses of sales, cost, and income data into meaningful and usable market indicators of value for use by other field appraisers
- Reviews and critiques all levels of independent fee appraisal reports, financial statements, Certified Public Accountant audits, income tax returns or other accounting statements to accurately value, support and present appealed assessment valuation cases at local Board of Equalization and Review level and at North Carolina Property Tax Commission level
- Provides information, and answers questions from property owners, other department staff and the general public regarding the appraisal process, general property tax relief programs and other appraisal related issues as well as conducts informal and formal property appeals with taxpayers and/or their representatives
- Provides training, guidance and technical assistance to departmental staff as needed, to include newly hired appraisers in appraisal tasks required for their position
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in accounting, business, economics, public administration, or related field and three (3) years of experience in real property appraisal, real estate, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Additional Requirements: Requires completion of IAAO Course 101 - Fundamentals of Real Property Appraisal and Fundamentals of Property Tax Listing and Assessing with a passing grade, within 24 months of appointment.
Management Preference: Three (3) years of Commercial Appraisal experience preferred.
- Knowledge of the methods, procedures, and policies of Cumberland County as such pertains to the performance of the essential duties of Senior Appraiser
- Knowledge of principles and practices of conducting residential and commercial/industrial property appraisals and coordinating staff appraisers
- Knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the essential duties and responsibilities of the position
- Knowledge of terminology and related professional languages used within the department as such pertains to work responsibilities
- Knowledge of the organization of the department, and of related departments and agencies
- Ability to understand the occupational hazards and safety precautions required to perform the essential functions of the work
- Ability to maintain cooperative and effective relationships with intra-and interdepartmental personnel, as well as any external entities with whom position interacts
Conditions of Employment:
A formal transcript will be required. College transcripts may be submitted on-line via the attachment feature or mailed to Cumberland County Human Resources, 117 Dick St. Fayetteville, NC 28301
Driving is an essential function of this position. To be considered, you must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. If your driver's license is from another state, you will be required to obtain and show proof of a valid NC driver's license within 60 days of hire.
Successful candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment with Cumberland County must pass pre-employment screenings, including criminal history checks and drug screenings, as required by Cumberland County Policies and Procedures, prior to beginning work or receiving a final offer of employment. Refusal to submit to testing or testing positive for prohibited substances will result in the withdrawal of the conditional employment offer.
Cumberland County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Cumberland County are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other status protected by applicable laws and regulations. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Salary : $57,532
