Perform a full range of real property appraisals from a basic professional to an advanced professional level within an assigned appraisal area and within a timely manner to contribute to the accurate, equitable, timely, and statutorily required property valuation responsibilities of the County Assessor.
Perform a full range of real property appraisals at a basic professional level within an assigned appraisal area and within a timely manner to contribute to the accurate, equitable, timely and statutorily required property valuation responsibilities of the County Assessor. Positions allocated to this class shall encompass competency levels of appraisal theories, techniques and judgment to performing real property valuations at a basic professional level. The positions are required to obtain Appraisal Accreditation from the Department of Revenue within one year of appointment. These positions are distinguished from Appraiser II in that the second level requires the full professional practice of real property appraisal including continuing education and experience.
The following examples of duties and accountabilities illustrate the general range of tasks assigned to the position but are not intended to define the limits of required duties. Other essential duties may be assigned consistent with the general scope of the position.
- Collecting and recording real property valuation data. This involves such tasks as obtaining, evaluating and maintaining accurate and concise records of information on property sales, leases and other property data that indicates real property market trends; this function also includes reviewing and checking records of such individual property information as dimensions, class and type of property; those records may include maps, aerial photographs and computer-based diagrams;
- Inspecting properties in the field. This function requires physical inspection of assigned properties to verify size, dimensions, nature of property and physical condition; field inspections may include personal interviews with property owners; the function also includes accurate recording of relevant data;
- Analyzing data and making appraisals. This function includes such tasks as analyzing information on real estate sales, market trends in geographic areas, field notes from inspections, comparisons with benchmark sales or reference properties and other sources of data; the function involves the application of established appraisal theories and techniques as well as good appraisal judgment in setting the assessed values of properties;
- Assisting citizens. This includes responding to questions from the public about appraisal process, market trends and general information on property tax laws;
- Explaining and defending appraisals. Positions may use supporting data to explain the appraisals to citizens/taxpayers or appear before the Grant County Board of Equalization or the State Board of Tax Appeals and defend the appraisal with documentary evidence to support the property's assessed valuations.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Any combination of education and experience may be substituted as long as it provides the desired skills, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required- Ability and willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Mathematical skills, especially in basic geometry and financial data calculations
- Ability to read and interpret maps, aerial photographs, and computerized land diagrams
- Operation of personal computers
- Project a professional and cooperative attitude toward the general public and coworkers
- Valid Driver's License with proof of automobile insurance
- Background Check: Must have an acceptable background record
- Department of Revenue Accreditation within 18 months of hire
Preferred- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Knowledge of accepted appraisal theories, techniques, and principles
- Knowledge of the cities, towns, rural areas, and layout of Grant County
- Leadership Skills
- Willingness to go above and beyond
DRUG SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:This position is subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with applicable federal and Washington State law, including RCW 49.44.240. Pre-employment testing results shall be based on non-psychoactive cannabis metabolites and other controlled substances prohibited by law.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The job's work involves both an office environment at a desk and computer and field inspections of land and buildings in a variety of weather and geographic locations.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
The physical abilities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, write, hear, speak and lift up to 50 lbs. of unequal weight. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, peripheral, depth perception. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
NOTE: This position is represented by the Grant County Public Employees Association (Courthouse Bargaining Unit).
