ASSESSOR I, REAL PROPERTY

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement & Pension

Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FS

Teleworking opportunities

Job summary

The State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) in Maryland seeks a property appraiser to value residential real property for real property tax calculations. The role involves field inspections, data collection, and supporting assessment records with accurate market valuations.

Candidates should have four years of appraisal experience and may substitute a Bachelor's degree. Local office Carroll County duties include engaging with property owners and attending hearings as needed.

Qualifications

• Four years of appraisal experience involving the valuation of real property.
• Bachelor's degree may substitute for the required experience.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and data collection skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn to inspect residential real property and record technical details to update property records.
• Learn to prepare and conduct appeal hearings to defend the Department's estimate of value.
• Record technical data into the AAVS and maintain property records.
• Interview property owners by phone and in person to gather information and explain valuation methods.
• Analyze market data and apply standard appraisal techniques to determine value.
• Inspect new residential construction and determine value for additions to assessment rolls.

Skills

Appraisal

Customer service

Active listening

Organizational skills

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AAVS

Job description

About Real Property

In Maryland, there are more than two million property accounts. The Department of Assessments and Taxation must appraise each of these properties once every three years. There are 24 local State assessment offices, one in each county and Baltimore City.

Introduction

Assessments Are Certified By The Department To Local Governments Where They Are Converted Into Property Tax Bills By Applying The Appropriate Property Tax Rates. An Assessment Is Based On An Appraisal Of The Fair Market Value Of The Property. An Appraisal Is An Estimate Of Value. There Are Three Accepted Approaches To Market Value

• the sales approach
• the cost approach
• the income approach

While differing in the method of calculation each approach is designed to indicate the property’s fair market value. The property tax is primarily local government revenue. Counties and cities depend on the property tax and a portion of the income tax to make up their budgets.

GRADE

STD0014

LOCATION OF POSITION

Assessment Office - Carroll County

State Department of Assessments & Taxation (SDAT)

15 E. Main Street, Suite 229

Westminster, Maryland 21157

Main Purpose of Job

This position appraises residential real property at fair market value for use in the calculation of real property taxes.

POSITION DUTIES

• 25%: Learns to inspect residential real property and records technical details of property to update and maintain departmental property records following established guidelines as defined in the Maryland Assessments Procedures Manual.
• 25%: Learns to prepare and conducts appeal hearings at the Supervisor, Property Tax Assessment Appeals Board and the Maryland Tax Court levels to defend the Department's estimate of value following procedures described in the Maryland Assessment Procedures Manual.
• 15%: Learns to record technical data into the Assessment Administration & Valuation System (AAVS) to maintain and update departmental property records in accordance with Departmental procedures.
• 15%: Learns to interview property owners by telephone and in person to gather and verify assessment related information following established procedures. Learn to provide assessment related information to the general public to explain assessment valuation techniques, departmental and local office policies and legal mandates regarding property valuation. Performs other duties as assigned.
• 10%: Learns to analyze existing market data and applies standard appraisal techniques to determine the value of land or buildings in accordance with the Annotated Code of Maryland Tax Property Article and the Maryland Assessments Procedures Manual.
• 10%: Learns to inspect residential new construction and records technical details of property for the purpose of adding new improvements to the assessment rolls following established procedures. Learns how to determine current and base full cash values for residential new construction following established procedures using the AAVS and other property valuation tools.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience: Four years of appraisal experience involving the valuation of real property.

Note: Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.

Desired or Preferred Qualifications

• Possess a business background or experience in construction trades, building maintenance/management, or real estate (particularly with new construction).
• Enjoy working outdoors and are comfortable spending large parts of the year physically reviewing properties on site.
• Strong customer service and active listening skills to conduct phone or in-person interviews with property owners professionally.
• Ability to interpret sales and permit data and apply that understanding to make accurate updates to property accounts.
• Strong organizational skills to manage daily responsibilities across field inspections, data reviews, and account updates.

Limitations on Selection

Must be willing to work in Carroll County.

Licenses, Registrations and Certifications

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

Special Requirements

• Employees in this classification may be required to have daily use of a motor vehicle while on official State business. Standard mileage allowance will be paid for use of a privately owned vehicle.
• Upon appointment to positions, employees in this classification that possess a real estate broker or sales license, or a license to sell insurance, will be required to put the license in an "Inactive" status.
• Employees in this classification are prohibited from participating in any outside activity, including private appraisals, which may be deemed a conflict of interest by the Director of the Department of Assessments and Taxation.

Selection Process

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

Examination Process

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 10 to 25 days of annual (vacation) leave per year (depending on seniority), 15 days of sick leave, 6 personal days, and 11 paid state holidays.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Eligible employees receive paid family and medical leave to care for a child within six months of birth or adoption.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage : Access to affordable medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans for you and your dependents.
• Retirement & Pension : Secure your future with the State's defined benefit pension plan (vested after 10 years) and optional supplemental retirement savings plans.
• Financial Wellness : Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent daycare costs.
• Work-Life Balance: Many positions offer teleworking opportunities.
• Student Loan Assistance: State employees may be eligible for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program and the Maryland Student Loan Debt Relief Tax Credit.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.