Appraiser I, II, or III - 7/10/26

Charleston County Government; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision and Life Ins.

Vacation and Sick Leave

Holiday pay

Retirement Plan (SCRS)

Job summary

Charleston County Government is seeking Appraiser I–III to perform residential property appraisals for ad valorem tax purposes. The role includes field inspections, measuring buildings, and researching sales to determine market value, with a range of salary levels to match experience.

Hirings at $45,052 for Appraiser I, $50,440 for Appraiser II and $54,308 for Appraiser III are posted; occasional overtime and weekend work may occur as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred.
• A valid SC driver’s License is required.
• Must complete education and obtain a SC Apprentice Appraisal Permit within 4 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Appraises a wide variety of improved residential properties and vacant land.
• Conducts field inspections, measures buildings and prepares scaled drawings.
• Researches sales and listings to determine market value.
• Performs related administrative and technical duties.

Skills

Real estate

Property management

Construction background

Excel

Professional communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Real Estate, Public Administration or related fields

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

• Under the supervision of an Appraisal Supervisor, perform a variety of residential appraisals for ad valorem tax purposes.
• Perform related administrative and technical work as required.

Description

General Description:

APPRAISER I

HIRING SALARY: $45,052

APPRAISER II

HIRING SALARY: $50,440

APPRAISER III

HIRING SALARY: $54,308

(Estimated Annual Salary)

This position will be filled at the appropriate Level (Appraiser I, II, or III) consistent with the skills and experience of the selected candidate. Limited overtime, including occasional work on weekends may occur.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Appraising a wide variety of improved residential properties and vacant residential land and lots
• Performing field inspections, measuring buildings & preparing scaled drawings noting relevant physical characteristics
• Researching sales and listings to determine market value
• Performing related administrative and technical duties

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Real Estate, Public Administration or a related fields is preferred.
• A valid SC driver’s License is required
• Must complete the education and obtain a SC Apprentice Appraisal Permit within 4 months of hire.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• A real estate, property management or construction background (education and/or experience) is preferred
• A real estate appraisal background (education and/or experience - ad valorem or private practice) is preferred
• Applicants with SC residential appraisal Licenses and SC Residential Appraisal Certifications are highly preferred (mass or non-mass).
• Must have excellent computer skills to include Microsoft Excel and WORD
• Must be able to deal professionally with others in person, on the telephone and in writing

Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Optional Life and Disability Insurance
• Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
• South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
• Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
• Optional Deferred Compensation Program
• Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
• Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Well-being Program