ASSESSOR I, REAL PROPERTY ***REPOST***

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Family-Friendly Policies

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement & Pension

Financial Wellness

Work-Life Balance

Student Loan Assistance

Job summary

State of Maryland is seeking a Residential Real Property Assessor in Somerset County to appraise homes for property taxes, inspect properties, and maintain records in the AAVS system. You will conduct hearings to defend valuations and interact with owners to verify data.

The role requires four years of appraisal experience (Bachelor's degree may substitute) and knowledge of Maryland valuation procedures, with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience using appraisal-related software or computer systems to analyze property data.
• Knowledge of property inspection methods, data collection, and basic valuation techniques.
• Ability to analyze real estate data, including comparable sales and market trends.

Responsibilities

• Inspects residential real property and records technical details for updating records.
• Prepares and conducts appeal hearings to defend department estimates of value.
• Records data into the AAVS to maintain departmental records per procedures.
• Analyzes market data and applies standard appraisal techniques to value land or buildings.
• Interviews property owners to gather and verify assessment information.
• Determines current and base full cash values for new residential construction.
• Inspects new construction and records details for adding improvements to assessments.
• Provides assessment information to the public explaining valuation methods and policies.

Skills

Appraisal software

Property inspection

Real estate analysis

Data collection

Appraisal standards

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree substitution

Tools

AAVS

Job description

LOCATION OF POSITION

SDAT- Somerset County Assessments office

11545 Somerset Ave

Princess Anne, MD 21853

GRADE

STD0014

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To appraise residential real property at fair market value for use in the calculation of real property taxes.

POSITION DUTIES

• Inspects residential real property and records technical details of property to update & maintain departmental property records following established guidelines as defined in the Maryland Assessments Procedures Manual.
• Prepares & conducts appeal hearings at the Supervisor, Property Tax Assessment Appeals Board & MD Tax Court levels to defend the department's estimate of value following procedures described in the Maryland Assessment Procedures Manual.
• Records & technical data into the Assessment Administrator & Valuation System (AAVS) to maintain & update departmental property records in accordance with Departmental procedures.
• Analyzes existing market data & 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.
• Interviews property owners by telephone and in person to gather and verify assessment related information following established procedures.
• Determines current and base full cash values for residential new construction following established procedures using the AAVS and other property valuation tools.
• Inspects new residential construction and records technical details of property for the purpose of adding new improvements to the assessment following established procedures.
• Provides assessment related information to the general public to explain assessment valuation techniques, departmental and local office policies and legal mandates regarding property valuation.

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 PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience using appraisal-related software or computer systems to analyze property data and support real property valuation activities
• Knowledge of property inspection methods, data collection, and basic valuation techniques.
• Ability to analyze real estate data, including comparable sales and market trends.
• Experience using computer systems or appraisal-related software to support valuation activities.
• Ability to follow established appraisal standards, policies, and procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for documenting valuation findings .

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This position is located in Somerset 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.

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 medica 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 flexible work schedules and 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.

CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Department of Assessments and Taxation at 410-767-1137, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258. If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, at 410-767-4850 or [e-mail]

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.