Appraiser

Description

Job posted until filled.

Salary depends upon qualifications.

• Entry for apprentice appraiser - $34,074
• Entry for licensed appraiser - $38,577

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 

The purpose of this position is to identify, classify, appraise, and assess residential, commercial, agricultural and vacant property in Oconee County for ad valorem taxation with the guidelines of the SC Code of Laws, SC Department of Revenue regulations, Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice and Oconee County Ordinances. This position provides an opportunity for an unlicensed individual to receive the education, experience, and training required to become a South Carolina licensed real estate appraiser. The Apprentice Appraiser deals with basic residential properties under the supervision of a supervising appraiser.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: 

1. Review legal documents to accurately identify, list, and describe real property in Oconee County.
2. Inspect and review properties as required to determine market value for the purposes of ad valorem property taxes in      Oconee County.
3. Utilize property inspection, multiple listing services, and any other resource necessary to obtain data used to determine property market value. Information includes but is not limited to: nature of property; quality, condition, and size of any improvements; construction methods and materials; and any other information relevant to market value.
4. Use information obtained, combined with industry standard appraisal techniques, to derive a fair and equitable market value for the purposes of property taxation.
5. Maintain all records of valuation, and accurately record data in appropriate computer systems in order to generate correct tax notices.
6. Maintain compliance with USPAP and any other laws or regulations as required.
7. Analyze sales information from multiple sources to determine impact on valuation.
8. Analyze property changes to determine impact on valuation. Examples of property changes include changes to property boundaries and construction or demolition as demonstrated by building permits.
9. Review and process applications for various property tax exemptions or special valuations.
10. Assist property owners in filing assessment appeals. Review appeals and notify property owners of any determination made.
11. Maintain adequate knowledge and understanding of applicable SC law, and explain to citizens as needed.
12. Assist in evaluating properties after natural disasters, floods, fires per FEMA regulations.
13. Represent the county in property tax appeals to the Board of Assessment Appeals.
14. Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and other departments as needed to provide superior service.
15. Attend seminars and training required for continuing education and maintenance of license.
16. Complete required classwork, experience, and testing to upgrade obtain licensure as a real estate appraiser.

Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all-inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned.

Additional duties include: N/A

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

• Customer service skills: Appraisers interact frequently with property owners and must demonstrate excellent customer service.
• Communication: Written and verbal communication in a professional and courteous manner are frequently used and required for this position.
• Analytical skills: Appraisers are required to obtain and analyze data from many sources in order to obtain credible market values for properties. Advanced mathematical analysis techniques are used.
• Organizational and time management skills: Appraisers work under time constraints, and many times appraising many properties in a single day. Therefore, managing time and organizing is crucial to meet deadlines.
• Problem-solving skills: Appraisers encounter unexpected problems when appraising real estate, therefore the ability to develop and implement alternative solutions is crucial to success.
• Knowledge of Appraisal practice and principles: Conform to USPAP guidelines. Obtain and/or maintain appropriate license and attend required continuing education courses. Ability to use specific computer software related to appraisal functions. 
• Computer skills: Frequent use of various software systems for daily duties. Software systems include CAMA software, mapping, word processing, email, and many others. Basic knowledge of computer use is required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• The educational requirement for this position is: High School diploma / GED. 
  • College or some college is preferred.
• Experience may be substituted for education.
• Related experience preferred is: 1 year. 
• Education may be substituted for experience.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS: 

Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications required for this position include: 

• Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
• Must be able to obtain a license as an appraiser in South Carolina within a reasonable time period as determined by the supervisor.

Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications preferred for this position include: N/A

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Physical Requirements:

The physical activities required for this position involve: 

Standing: under 1/3 of the time; walking: under 1/3 of the time; sitting: under 1/3 of the time; using hands: under 1/3 of the time; reaching with hands and arms: under 1/3 of the time; climbing or balancing: under 1/3 of the time; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling: under 1/3 of the time; talking or hearing: under 1/3 of the time; and, tasting or smelling: under 1/3 of the time.

This position requires lifting:

Up to 10 pounds: under 1/3 of the time; up to 25 pounds: under 1/3 of the time; up to 50 pounds: under 1/3 of the time; up to 100 pounds: under 1/3 of the time; and, more than 100 pounds: under 1/3 of the time.

Vision Requirements:

This position has the following special vision requirements:

• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
• Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up or down or to the left and right when vision is fixed on a      given point)
• Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
• Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS: 

The following physical conditions and hazards may be encountered while working in this position:

• Indoor environment
• Outdoor environment\

Oconee County is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to achieving excellence and strength through diversity. The County seeks a wide range of applicants for its positions so that one of our core values, a qualified and diverse workforce, will be affirmed.

Salary : $38,577