What are the responsibilities and job description for the Appraiser II position at Malheur County?
JOB
Class Title: Property Appraiser II Department: AssessorFLSA Status: Non-Exempt WC Code: 9410Pay Range: 12 Union: AFSCMECandidate's that do not have a current Oregon certification will be started as Appraiser I until certification received.Salary for Appraiser I Classification: $4066.65Salary for Appraiser II Classification: $4269.98This classification appraises residential, rural, urban, farm, ranch, and personal property for tax assessment and does related work as required. Duties are concentrated on skilled appraisal of a classification of property. The employee is responsible for the accuracy and adequacy of their data, and for the thoroughness of his/her inspections. Work is distinguished by the professional character and competence of the employee's appraisals.SUPERVISION RECEIVEDThis position works under the general supervision of the Assessor, Assistant Assessor, and/or Chief Appraiser of the Assessor's Department. The Chief Appraiser assigns work and checks results, but appraisals are conducted with considerable independence. EOE, Veterans Preference.SUPERVISION EXERCISEDAlthough this classification is occasionally called upon to advise and assist a fee or junior appraiser, actual supervisory accountability is placed on appraisers of higher classifications.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
(The following description of duties may not be all inclusive, and other duties may be assigned, at the discretion of management.) Locates properties in a variety of specific geographic locations. Inspects, measures, and collects information on the physical property in the field on various types of terrain and in all weather conditions. Appraises residential, rural, and urban land and new or existing buildings for tax assessment. Participates in pre-appraisal set-up, which includes defining neighborhoods, developing land schedules. Documents field information for entry into computer data base. Draws diagrams of the property buildings. Explains property values to property owners and general public and provides them with information, in the field, in the office, at the counter and on the telephone. Performs data entry and processes current information on a computer data base. Complies with departmental and county procedures and policies. May testify in Tax court, Magistrate court, Department of Revenue or Board of Property Tax Appeals hearings on appeals. Attends meetings & training seminars. Assists in counseling county or fee appraisers concerning appraisal factors and state valuation methods. Courteously meet and deal effectively with other employees, department heads, outside agency personnel and the public. Regular physical attendance at the employer's facility is required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Knowledge of: modern principles of real property appraisal, including land mapping and surveying. Knowledge of computer assisted appraisal methods; laws relating to field of specification. Skill in: making accurate appraisals. Skill in the operation of modern office and computer equipment; processing information.Ability to: communicate effectively both orally and in writing; make clear and concise reports and recommendations relating to appraisals and other activities; make accurate complex mathematical computations. Ability to work independently and without direct supervision; interpret and implement departmental policy and deal professionally and tactfully with a variety of individuals and agencies.
Class Title: Property Appraiser II Department: AssessorFLSA Status: Non-Exempt WC Code: 9410Pay Range: 12 Union: AFSCMECandidate's that do not have a current Oregon certification will be started as Appraiser I until certification received.Salary for Appraiser I Classification: $4066.65Salary for Appraiser II Classification: $4269.98This classification appraises residential, rural, urban, farm, ranch, and personal property for tax assessment and does related work as required. Duties are concentrated on skilled appraisal of a classification of property. The employee is responsible for the accuracy and adequacy of their data, and for the thoroughness of his/her inspections. Work is distinguished by the professional character and competence of the employee's appraisals.SUPERVISION RECEIVEDThis position works under the general supervision of the Assessor, Assistant Assessor, and/or Chief Appraiser of the Assessor's Department. The Chief Appraiser assigns work and checks results, but appraisals are conducted with considerable independence. EOE, Veterans Preference.SUPERVISION EXERCISEDAlthough this classification is occasionally called upon to advise and assist a fee or junior appraiser, actual supervisory accountability is placed on appraisers of higher classifications.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
(The following description of duties may not be all inclusive, and other duties may be assigned, at the discretion of management.) Locates properties in a variety of specific geographic locations. Inspects, measures, and collects information on the physical property in the field on various types of terrain and in all weather conditions. Appraises residential, rural, and urban land and new or existing buildings for tax assessment. Participates in pre-appraisal set-up, which includes defining neighborhoods, developing land schedules. Documents field information for entry into computer data base. Draws diagrams of the property buildings. Explains property values to property owners and general public and provides them with information, in the field, in the office, at the counter and on the telephone. Performs data entry and processes current information on a computer data base. Complies with departmental and county procedures and policies. May testify in Tax court, Magistrate court, Department of Revenue or Board of Property Tax Appeals hearings on appeals. Attends meetings & training seminars. Assists in counseling county or fee appraisers concerning appraisal factors and state valuation methods. Courteously meet and deal effectively with other employees, department heads, outside agency personnel and the public. Regular physical attendance at the employer's facility is required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Knowledge of: modern principles of real property appraisal, including land mapping and surveying. Knowledge of computer assisted appraisal methods; laws relating to field of specification. Skill in: making accurate appraisals. Skill in the operation of modern office and computer equipment; processing information.Ability to: communicate effectively both orally and in writing; make clear and concise reports and recommendations relating to appraisals and other activities; make accurate complex mathematical computations. Ability to work independently and without direct supervision; interpret and implement departmental policy and deal professionally and tactfully with a variety of individuals and agencies.