Appraiser

City of Santa Fe Springs; Conway (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Long-Term Disability

Basic Life Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

City of Santa Fe Springs seeks a skilled real property appraiser to value residential properties for ad valorem tax purposes. You will work under limited supervision within the county's reassessment cycle and report to the Chief Appraiser.

Responsibilities include reviewing records, processing transfers and appeals, performing field inspections, and defending assessed values in formal settings using CAMA, GIS, and Excel. Strong data analysis and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of real property valuation principles and reassessment practices.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret data accurately.
• Strong written and verbal communication; defend assessments in formal settings.

Responsibilities

• Review property records for accuracy and correct errors or omissions.
• Process property transfers and appeals, including conferences with owners.
• Conduct statistical analysis and complete reassessment assignments.
• Add new improvements to the tax roll via field inspections with CAMA integration.
• Review sales ratio reports to ensure valuations reflect current market value.
• Operate CAMA and GIS software and Excel to support valuations.
• Respond to inquiries from the public and County staff; prepare appeal documents.

Skills

Property valuation

Data gathering & analysis

Verbal & written communication

Field inspection

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

CAMA software

GIS software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

General Job DescriptionUnder limited supervision, uses a variety of information sources and accepted appraisal methods to value residential properties for ad valorem tax purposes as part of the County’s reassessment cycle. Reports to the Chief Appraiser.

General Job DescriptionUnder limited supervision, uses a variety of information sources and accepted appraisal methods to value residential properties for ad valorem tax purposes as part of the County’s reassessment cycle. Reports to the Chief Appraiser.

Duties for this Position

• Works as part of the valuation team; reviews property records to ensure accuracy and corrects listing errors or omissions.
• Reviews property transfers and processes appeals, including conferences with property owners.
• Conducts statistical sales analysis and completes reassessment assignments.
• Adds new improvements to the tax roll through field inspections using mobile CAMA integration.
• Reviews sales ratio reports to ensure valuations reflect current fair market value.
• Utilizes CAMA systems, GIS software, and Microsoft Excel proficiently.
• Handles inquiries and complaints, defending assessed values and preparing appeal documentation.
• Adjusts valuations due to new construction, parcel splits, or deed changes, with field verification as needed.
• Assists with Appraiser Lister reviews and year-end reports.
• Assists in property damage estimate preparation.
• Responds to inquiries from the public, County departments, and government agencies.
• Processes and maintains a variety of documents and records related to real property.
• Communicates effectively with property owners, attorneys, brokers, and County staff.
• Operates a vehicle and equipment including computers, iPads, and laser measuring devices.

Position Minimum Requirements

• Knowledge of real property valuation principles, reassessment practices, and CAMA software operations.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret data accurately.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to defend assessments in formal settings.
• Ability to perform accurate field inspections and record property characteristics.
• Ability to interact tactfully and professionally with property owners, attorneys, and public officials.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Additional Information

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, finance, mathematics, real estate appraisal, or related field preferred but not required.
• Three to five years of real estate appraisal experience, or one to three years of experience in the property assessment field, or any equivalent combination of training and experience providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Retirement

• Participate in the South Carolina State Retirement System with strong employer contributions (SCRS or PORS).
• Take advantage of optional retirement saving through tax-favored 401(k)/457 accounts to further secure your future.

Health & Insurance

• Employer-funded health and dental insurance, plus employer-funded Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Basic Life Insurance coverage.
• Vision coverage and additional insurance options available for employees and dependents.

Wellness

• Prioritize your well-being with total access to our Wellness Center, free gym, wellness incentives, and employee-family counseling via EAP.

Paid Leave & Holidays

• Benefit from generous paid leave accruals that grow over time, plus 13 paid holidays.