Appraiser I

Ketchikan Gateway Borough; Ketchikan (AK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision & dental benefits

PERS retirement system

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Eleven paid holidays and two floating

Training and certification support

Job summary

Ketchikan Gateway Borough seeks an Appraiser/Assessor to complete residential real estate appraisals and assist with commercial and complex properties under technical supervision. The role involves applying appraisal approaches, supporting CAMA data usage, and preparing value determinations for the Board of Equalization.

The candidate will develop knowledge in modern appraisal methods, interact with property owners and professionals, and may pursue Alaska Level 1 Assessor/Appraiser certification

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of mass appraisal laws, regulations, and policies.
• Familiarity with appraisal principles and building construction methods.
• Ability to coordinate activities, compile data, and process forms with strong teamwork.
• Familiarity with MS Excel and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Appraise residential properties with minimal supervision.
• Assist in appraising commercial, industrial and complex properties with technical support.
• Evaluate and apply appraisal approaches with supervision.
• Provide data analysis and modeling support in Excel.
• Appear as expert witness before Board of Equalization.
• Develop knowledge in use of CAMA system.

Skills

Mass appraisal knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Reading building plans

Communication

General problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Business or related field preferred

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for completing appraisal assignments for most types of residential properties and for valuation of other property types with direct technical support.

Examples of Duties

• Appraise most types of residential property with minimal supervision.
• Appraise and assist in appraising commercial, industrial and other complex properties with technical support and supervision.
• Evaluate and apply appropriate appraisal approach(s) to property appraisals with technical support and supervision.
• Participate in establishing values for all property interest, including land, buildings, tidelands, leaseholds, mineral interests and mining claims.
• Assist with ratio reviews and analysis in determining assessment levels.
• Participate in developing cost factor and depreciation allowances.
• Appear as an expert witness before the Board of Equalization.
• Complete value reviews and consult with property owners on appraisal matters, as assigned.
• Develop knowledge in use of CAMA system and developments in appraisal industry.
• Represent borough in contact with property owners, professionals and the general public.
• Work closely with Appraiser II and Director in completing duties and assignments.
• Assist in data analysis using query writing tools and modeling in MS Excel.
• Applicant will also be expected to obtain a Level 1 Alaska Certified Assessor/Appraiser designation from the Alaska Association of Assessing Officers within two years of hire.

Additional Job Duties

• Provide instruction to other employees of this or a similar job classification in all aspects of procedure and technique relating to duties required by this job description unless such instruction requires a specialized certification which the employee doing the training does not have.
• Perform related other duties, as directed by the Director of Assessment.
• Attend Board of Equalization meetings as directed by the Director of Assessment.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of laws, regulations and policies pertaining to mass appraisal, assessment, and property valuation.
• Familiarity with principles and practices applied in appraisal required. Familiarity with the area of building construction methods and materials.
• Ability to coordinate activities, compile data, and process forms and information. Interpersonal skills, pleasant telephone manner, the ability to resolve problems, and a strong sense of teamwork.
• Familiarity with modern office and record keeping principals, procedures, practices and equipment.
• Ability to develop and maintain courteous and productive relationship with public, supervisor and co-workers.
• Ability to read and interpret building plans and property descriptions.
• Ability to follow and develop effective property appraisal methods and procedures.
• Ability to work with and educate the general public in appraisal and assessment principles and techniques.
• Willingness to perform a variety of job-related duties as situations arise, a strong sense of teamwork, and ability to work cooperatively with others required.
• Computer knowledge and experience mandatory. Familiarity with MS Excel and basic data analysis and modeling skills.

Physical Activities Include

• Must be able to hear.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch; and taste or smell.
• Each of the listed activities also requires standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, climbing on stools and ladders, and routinely lift and carry items and boxes up to forty (40) pounds.
• Climbing stairs and inclines; negotiating difficult terrain. Driving automobiles. Long hours sitting at desk and/or in front of computer.
• Appraising by boat and float plane; may include boat operation.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, Associated degree in Business or related field is preferred.
• Minimum two years of experience in the Real Estate field, Administrative Assistant, Accounting Technician, or equivalent elsewhere is preferred.

Licenses

• State of Alaska Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.

Any combination of related education and/or related experience will be considered if the candidate possesses the demonstrated ability.

KGB employees in the Alaska Public Employees Association (APEA) Bargaining Unit can find information through the following links:

APEA Collective Bargaining Agreement

APEA Wage Table

APEA Schedule of Pay Classifications

• Participation in the Alaska Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS);
• Health, vision and dental benefits provided by the Borough through Meritain Health effective the first of the month following your start date. The premium associated with health benefits are $25 per pay period, however, the Borough encourages participation in the Healthy Merits Wellness Program, which allows each covered employee to “buy back” the anticipated premium through wellness participation.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued at a rate of 176 hours or 22 days per year for the first two years and thereafter at higher levels set out in the Borough Code (KGBC 3.30.030).
• Eleven paid holidays every year and two annual floating holidays.