Associate Appraiser

Chesterfield County, VA; Chesterfield Court House (VA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Chesterfield County is seeking a Residential Evaluation Specialist to appraise residential and agricultural real estate and to perform inspections, analyze market data, and determine tax assessments. You will prepare reports, respond to owners, and support contested assessments.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in real estate, business or related field and about one year of mass appraisal experience; CAE or state licensing is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in real estate, business or related field with one year of mass appraisal experience or equivalent.
• Knowledge of valuation methods, real estate tech, market data analysis.
• Ability to interpret laws, regulations and policy related to assessments.
• Excellent communication and research/analytical skills; read maps/plans/blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Appraise residential and agricultural real estate by inspecting properties.
• Perform statistical analysis to establish tax assessments.
• Prepare reports and respond to property owners about the assessment process.
• Assist in documentation of contested assessments.
• Work within a hybrid schedule; participate in CDP and development opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Data interpretation

Map reading

Research skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in real estate, business or related field

Certified Assessment Evaluator (CAE) or State License preferred

Tools

Microsoft Access

Excel

Word

Job description

Bachelor’s degree in real estate, business or related field with one year of experience in mass appraisal of residential or agricultural properties; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Considerable knowledge of building and land valuation methods/techniques; real estate technology; analyzing and drawing conclusions from market data; considerable skill in working effectively with local officials, property owners and the general public. Ability to analyze and interpret data/information to determine tax assessment valuations; to interpret, apply and explain laws, regulations and policies related to the assessment function, to read and interpret maps, plans and blueprints. Ability to work in adverse weather conditions and perform physical requirements necessary to field inspect properties; to work under pressure; and meet stringent deadlines. Excellent communication skills, both orally and with written correspondence. Excellent research and analytical skills as well as proficiency in Microsoft Access, Excel, and Word. Residential Evaluation Specialist (RES), Certified Assessment Evaluator (CAE) or State License preferred.

Current valid driver's license and good driving record required. Based on the Virginia DMV point system, records must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months. Out-of-state driving records must be obtained by the applicant and presented at the time of interview. Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of the interview date.

Pre-employment drug testing, FBI background check, and education/degree verification required.

Appraise residential and agricultural real estate by conducting inspections of new construction and existing properties; perform statistical analysis for the purpose of establishing tax assessments. Prepare reports, review data and other factors affecting the value of property; respond to property owners regarding the appraisal process and assessments. Assist in preparing the documentation of contested assessments. Perform other work as required.

This position is a part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.

Monday - Friday; 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Hybrid work schedule available for remote working three days a week and two in office days.

Real Estate Assessment