Assessor II

City of Racine; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4% residents differential on hourly/yr

Job summary

City of Racine is seeking a Real Property Appraiser/Assessor to perform appraisal and assessment work for valuation and uniform assessments in annual revaluations. You will work under the City Assessor, combining field checks with office analysis to ensure accurate, compliant property valuations.

Strong communication and customer service are essential as you interact with the public, explain assessments, and maintain records while staying current with Wisconsin appraisal standards and state

Qualifications

• Associate degree in real estate or property assessments or related field.
• Five years’ experience may substitute for the educational requirements.
• Certification by the Wisconsin Department of Revenue at Assessor II or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Possess a valid Wisconsin driver’s license and reliable vehicle with adequate insurance.

Responsibilities

• Perform appraisal and assessment work resulting in the valuation of real property and establishment of accurate and uniform assessments in annual revaluations.
• Physically view, measure and list residential and commercial properties to determine market value using cost, income and market approaches.
• Mail correspondence including inspection and information requests and questionnaires.
• Update and maintain assessment records including validating sales to report to the Wisconsin Department of Revenue.
• Answer inquiries from the public regarding assessments and property information with excellent customer service.
• Read and interpret real estate cost manuals, blueprints, financial statements and maps.
• Substantiate appraisal results to the City Assessor and defend assessments at the annual Board of Review.
• Assist in preparing local and State reports as assigned.
• Stay current in appraisal techniques through state seminars and professional contacts.

Skills

Real property appraisal

Customer service

Record keeping

Computerized records

Reading maps/blueprints

Education

Associate degree in real estate or property assessments

Five years’ experience may substitute for education

Wisconsin DOR Assessor II certification

Valid Wisconsin driver's license

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Database software

Spreadsheets

Job description

We strongly encourage City of Racine residents to apply. We're committed to building a workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. City residents will earn a 4% differential on top of the hourly pay range.

POSITION PURPOSE

Under the direction and supervision of the City Assessor, performs real estate appraisal and assessments in assigned areas of the City.

• Perform appraisal and assessment work resulting in the valuation of real property and establishment of accurate and uniform assessments in annual revaluations.

• Physically view, measure and list residential and commercial properties to determine market value. Arrive at valuations using accepted appraisal methods consisting of cost, income and market approaches. Perform ratio studies and neighborhood analysis studies along with special projects as needed.
• Mail correspondence including building permit inspection requests, sales inspection requests, sales questionnaires and income and expense information requests.
• Update and maintain assessment records including validating sales to report to the Wisconsin Department of Revenue.
• Answer inquiries from the public regarding assessments and property information in person, online or via phone while providing excellent customer service.
• Ability to read and understand real estate cost manuals, blueprints, financial statements and maps.
• Substantiate results of appraisals to the City Assessor and to property owners and defend assessments at the annual Board of Review.
• Assist in the preparation of required local and State reports as assigned.
• Keep current in appraisal techniques through State sponsored seminars, consultations with local builders, real estate brokers, developers, material suppliers and appraisal literature available in the office.

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS OF THE POSITION

• Normal office environment with exposure to stressful conditions.
• Some exposure to adverse weather conditions when working in the field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Knowledge of the methods, procedures, and principles used in real property appraisal.
• Ability to make logical, accurate appraisals and assessments in accordance with established guidelines by the Wisconsin Property Assessment Manual and the Wisconsin State Statutes.
• Ability to apply information obtained in manuals and reference material to real property valuations.
• Ability to deal openly and positively with the public in explaining matters pertaining to assessments.
• Ability to maintain records and prepares reports as required.
• Ability to handle computerized record systems and personal computer software including word processing, database, and spreadsheets.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• An Associate degree with major course study in the area of real estate and/or property assessments, and one-year experience in assessor and property appraisal duties.
• Five years’ experience in assessor and property appraisal duties may be substituted in lieu of the educational requirements.
• Current certification by the Wisconsin Department of Revenue at a minimum level of Assessor II or have the ability to obtain certification within six (6) months of hire.
• Possess a valid Wisconsin driver’s license and reliable motor vehicle with adequate insurance coverage.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION

• Standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, balancing, and bending/twisting.
• Visual Acuity
• Ability to hear normal conversation
• Ability to communicate orally in a clear manner
• Good manual dexterity of hands and fingers
• Able to lift/carry/push/pull at least 30 lbs.

The City of Racine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.