Appraiser / Office Clerk

CHEROKEE COUNTY

Appraiser / Office Clerk

Assessor’s Office | Cherokee County, IA | County Courthouse

The Cherokee County Assessor’s Office is currently accepting applications for the position of

Appraiser/Office Clerk.

General Description:

The intent of this position is to primarily work as a Field Appraiser and secondarily as a backfill/assistant position able to cover all positions within the office and gain valuable experience covering all aspects of property assessment. Training will be provided.

Duties include assisting with day to day operation of the assessor’s office in the appraisal and listing of properties, clerical work, real estate maintenance tasks, and GIS tasks. Candidate will maintain a professional attitude and appearance while representing the Assessor’s office. Performs any and all other duties or responsibilities as directed by the Assessor.

Responsibilities:

· Property listing and appraisal

o Measuring, inspecting, and photographing properties

o Gathering information on properties

o Listing property data within our mass appraisal software

· Answering questions regarding applicable laws, taxpayer responsibilities, and the general flow of assessment operations

· GIS work

o Provide, create, analyze and map data for the public

o Create and provide map products for clients, including other offices, the public, and state/federal government

o Interpreting and inputting surveys into the GIS

o Parcel maintenance (Split, Combine, Adjust)

· Attend training as required both on and off site

· General computer and clerical work

o Working with exemptions and credits, including applying, removing, and mailing notification letters

o Abstract and reconciliation reports

o Managing sales books

o Warrants

o Taking minutes at meetings

o Managing office mailings and filings

· Adjusting real estate data, interpreting legal descriptions, and assisting the Auditor’s office in verifying the validity of recorded transfer documents.

Work Conditions:

Field Work: Traversing ground of all conditions, in all weather, to gather information about properties

and interface with taxpayers. May require but not limited to climbing stairs or ladders, bending, reaching, or squatting.

Office Work: Extended periods of sitting/standing at a desk utilizing a computer. Indoor temperature 65F

Minimum qualifications:

Authorization to work within the United States

Ability to work in-office (Cherokee, Iowa) 100%

Valid Iowa Driver’s License (or ability to obtain within 3 months)

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Experience with real estate or assessment operations

Travel Requirements:

Travel may be required for training and meetings, including overnights

Travel will be required in-county for property assessment

Applications will be accepted through May 29, 2023. Applicants must submit a completed application in order to be considered. An employment application is available on the county website.

The application is a general form, please fill it out to the best of your ability. If a resume is included with the application, education, employment, and reference information does not need to be duplicated onto the application. Salary information from previous employment is optional.

Application packets must include an application and up to 5 references. A resume, cover letter, or any other documentation may be included as appropriate.

County Website: https://www.cherokeecounty.iowa.gov/departments/offices_f_-_z/human_resources/employment.php

Send application to:

Cherokee County Assessor

520 W Main St

Drawer A

Cherokee, IA 51012 assessor@co.cherokee.ia.us

Cherokee County is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cherokee, IA 51012: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30,000