Appraiser- Assessor's Office

Doña Ana County; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Doña Ana County in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a qualified Residential Appraiser to value all property types under state statutes. You will conduct field inspections, review data, and apply appraisal methods to determine fair market values.

The role requires at least a high school diploma, two years of real estate appraisal experience, and a valid driver's license. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred; county policies guide conduct, with emphasis on accuracy and customer service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of two (2) years experience in real estate appraisals or similar capacity.
• In accordance with County Policy.
• Must have a valid unrestricted driver's license.
• Background check and driver's license record; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Appraise all assigned properties and analyze sales data.
• Defend values before the valuation protest board.
• Assist the public in the office, by telephone and in the field.
• Utilize maps, blueprints, and data in daily work.
• Collaborate as a team member and submit reports to supervisors.

Skills

Appraisal knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

PURPOSE SUMMARY. Under the general supervision of the Residential Appraisal Supervisor, appraises all residential and commercial properties for valuation purposes in accordance with state statutes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Appraisal of all assigned Property parcels; duties consist of field inspection, data collection, review and analysis of value and real estate sales data.
• Apply appraisal skills to perform all property appraisal functions.
• Handle assigned cases involving valuation concerns from property owners and the public, investigating and determining justification for valuation or needed correction.
• Defend values, in unresolved cases, before the valuation protest board.
• Assist the public in the office, by telephone and in the field, with other inquiries and concerns regarding assessed valuations or departmental policies/procedures.
• Utilize organization, computer, map and blueprinting reading skills in the planning and implementation of daily work.
• Participate as a team member on completing the duties of the department, participating in meetings, and submitting reports to supervisors.
• Responsible for knowing and abiding by all departmental and county policies and knowing or becoming knowledgeable of applicable state statutes and regulation (specifically, the Property Tax Code).

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

A. Education

High school diploma or GED.

B. Experience

Minimum of two (2) years experience in real estate appraisals or similar capacity.

C. Education/Experience substitution

In accordance with County Policy.

D. Licenses/Certifications

Must have a valid unrestricted driver's license.

E. Other (e.g., post-offer medical exam, polygraph, background check, driver's license record, etc.)

Background check and driver's license record; Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:

Knowledge : Principles and practices of personal property and real property appraisal; appraisal principles and techniques; construction and materials quality levels; blueprints, maps, and property descriptions; laws, regulations, and ordinances affecting appraisal processes; the real estate market and appraisal techniques; practices and procedures in valuation of both real and personal property; Business English spelling, grammar, punctuation and basic arithmetic;; general office practices and procedures.

Skills : Answer telephone inquiries; research and analyze pertinent information and determine value; organize and prioritize various tasks; communicate effectively in oral and written form;; basic computer operation, use of applicable software, databases, spreadsheet applications; proper methods to maintain accurate records.

Abilities : Operate general office equipment; establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with others.

Compensation Range

$21.16 - $31.74

Doña Ana County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to abide by all federal and state laws prohibiting employment discrimination on the basis of a person's race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, disability, serious medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, spousal affiliation, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other unlawful criteria, except where a reasonable Bona Fide Occupational Qualification exists.

Doña Ana County will make reasonable accommodation(s) for the known physical or mental limitations of an applicant with a disability, upon request, unless the accommodation(s) would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the County. Please see http://www.donaanacounty.org/ada/ for our Public Notice and to get the Testing/Interview Accommodation Request Form or call 575-647-7210 for assistance.