Successful completion of a criminal records check and a drug screening test required.
Primary Function
Under the direction of the Senior Appraiser Manager, or designee, the incumbent performs support functions for the appraisal of residential and/or commercial properties as assigned.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Conduct physical inspections of properties, take accurate measurements and collect data on all real estate sales, all new construction and all building permits for renovation, reconstruction, additions or other improvements to existing structures.
Transfer applicable field data, changes and/or additions to the property record files following site inspections.
Determine property classification of given structures.
Assist in inspecting new construction and alterations to existing structures for modification of assessed valuations.
Update property records to reflect any value changes.
Accurately record information obtained in the field to ensure a correct and legible permanent record is maintained.
Conduct interviews with developers, contractors, builders, bankers, brokers, appraisers, property owners, property managers and related personnel to obtain pertinent information and relevant data regarding rents, vacancies, expenses, rates and any other data influencing real estate values.
Take on-site photographs and prepare sketches of improvements.
Complete and maintain reports, studies and analyses as directed.
Attend relevant training sessions, seminars, and workshops as directed.
Promote a professional, positive image of the Assessor’s Office and Douglas County in all interactions and contacts with the public and other departments.
May conduct residential and/or commercial appraisals dependent upon level of training and expertise and departmental need.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High school graduation or GED equivalent.
Three years* experience in real estate appraisal, assessment, sales, brokerage and/or real estate construction.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and own mode of transportation at the time of hire and throughout the course of employment.
Knowledge of personal computers and attendant business software strongly preferred.
*Approved directly related education beyond high school may substitute for the work experience requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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 enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is performed indoors in an office setting and outdoors in a variety of locations. When conducting field work outdoors, there is full exposure to the elements and hazards associated with construction zones. Noise level is usually moderate. Work is generally performed during standard day-shift hours, however hours will occasionally include varied days, hours and overtime as needed. Work may be stressful when dealing with multiple priorities and time constraints. Incumbents may encounter uncooperative or irate persons in the performance of duties.
Work requires physical activity including extended periods of walking and standing with occasional climbing, reaching, carrying, balancing, kneeling, crouching and bending. An incumbent must have the ability to transport themselves to and from various locations throughout the County, have the agility, balance and strength to maneuver over rough terrain, around various obstacles and to access property and construction sites on foot. An incumbent must have the ability to frequently lift and/or carry equipment, files, and other materials weighing up to 10 pounds and to occasionally lift and carry equipment and other materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
Required sensory abilities include vision, hearing and touch. Visual abilities, correctable to normal ranges, include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and color perception sufficient to reliably distinguish color-coded forms and maps. Communication abilities include the ability to talk and hear within normal ranges.