APPRAISER I

General Description

Routine field and office work in the collection of land and property data for appraisal purposes.

Essential Job Functions

Essential functions are fundamental job duties. They do not include marginal tasks which are also performed but are incidental to the primary functions. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position, nor does every position allocated to the class necessarily perform every duty listed. Personal characteristics required of all employees, such as honesty, industry, sobriety, and the ability to get along with others, are presumed qualities and may not be listed specifically.

• Contacts property owners and obtains detailed information on real property values
• Compiles and reviews records necessary for building and land appraisals, including building permits, building plans, maps, zoning designations, improvement classifications, et al;
• Operates a motor vehicle to the site of appraisal;
• Reads building dimensions and component information from building plans;
• Measures perimeter of structures and inputs data into CAMA system, and verifies information in the field;
• Takes photographs of the appraisal property;
• Computes area and perimeter of structural improvements;
• Reviews property records and other data for physical characteristics, area development, accessibility, and compliance with zoning and related regulations;
• Compiles recent land sales data from local governmental records, title, and abstract sources, newspaper reports/classified ads, promotional information, real estate listings, et al;
• Determines sales price and analyzes data by comparison with similar real estate transactions;
• Performs basic title search and comprehends routine legal descriptions;
• Performs clerical duties;
• Assists public in providing appraisal oriented information;
• Properly annotates and identifies structural components and physical characteristics;
• Interacts with the public in an effective and courteous manner.

• Must be able to meet minimum attendance standards.
• Performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

KNOWLEDGE OF: Mathematic applications to include arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and their applications; administrative and clerical procedures and systems; principles and processes for providing customer and personal services, including needs assessment, techniques, quality service standards, alternative delivery systems, and customer satisfaction evaluation techniques; real estate appraisal methods and techniques; types of building construction, design techniques, principles, tools, and instruments involved in the production and use of precision technical plans, blue prints, and drawings; computer skills within Windows 10/11Microsoft 365, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.

ABILITY TO: Follow policies and procedures; complete administrative tasks correctly and on time; support organization's goals and values; gain knowledge of statutes and ordinances governing appraisal of real property; gain knowledge of general land values and land use characteristics in the county; gain knowledge of legal descriptions, metes and bounds, and related means of locating property from county maps; gather and analyze information skillfully; make prompt and accurate calculations; answer questions tactfully; use reason even when dealing with emotional topics; provide accurate information to the public, et al.; attain a a Florida Department of Revenue Certified Florida Evaluator (CFE appraisal certification or designation. Attain a Remote Pilot Airman Certificate and maintain certification as required by the FAA. Serve as Visual Observer for assigned Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) flights; become familiar with the safe operation of UAS in the National Airspace System (NAS) in compliance with the requirements of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) Part 107, Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems, along with the most current Advisory Circular issued by the U.S. DOT FAA regarding UAS and/or 14 CFR Part 107, and the proper flight, operation, and general care of UAS and associated equipment.

SKILLS: Oral and written communication skills; effectively operate a desktop, laptop, and tablet computer; enter data.

Minimum & Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university; supplemented by three (3) years of experience in real estate or real property appraising; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Work experience in a Property Appraiser’s office is preferred.

LICENSURE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS:

Requires a valid driver license at the date of hire and maintain said license while employed in this position.

Supplemental Information

Applicants must have at least the minimum educational documentation and/or certifications (requested within the job description) uploaded with their application to be eligible for consideration. Documentation may be uploaded at the time of application, scanned and emailed, faxed, or hand-delivered.

NOTE: The information given on your application will be evaluated against the minimum qualifications of the job description. After all applications are evaluated, your name will be placed on the employment list and sent to appropriate hiring authority for consideration.

The online application and complete job descriptions can be viewed at www.santarosa.fl.gov Complete job descriptions may also be obtained at the Human Resources office located at 6495 Caroline Street, Suite H Milton, FL 32570.

Candidates may be asked to demonstrate knowledge and skills related to the position during the interview process.

A Drug Free Workplace/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER /Veteran's Preference will be given in accordance with Florida Statutes.