Field Appraiser - Part Time

albanycountygov; Laramie (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Albany County Government is seeking a Property Tax Appraiser to perform real estate appraisals at fair market value, both in the field and in the office. The role requires accurate data collection, measurements, and photo documentation, guided by state and county procedures.

Responsibilities include field inspections, data entry into Wyoming CAMA with high accuracy, and maintaining permits, while reading Marshall & Swift Handbooks to ensure valid assessments for the County Board of Equalization.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must obtain and maintain Permanent Certification of Property Tax Appraiser within six years.

Responsibilities

• Performs field inspections of improvements within Albany County; sketches improvements to scale and assesses quality and condition.
• Ensures assessments reflect property values legally defensible to the County Board of Equalization.
• Measures and photographs all structures in detail and accuracy.
• Enter data from inspections into the Wyoming CAMA system with 90%+ accuracy.
• Use a mapping system in the field to locate properties.
• Operate a county vehicle in accordance with traffic laws.
• Track and enter city and county building permits.
• Read and understand Marshall & Swift Handbooks and Field Manual.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data collection

Math skills

Reading maps

Data entry

Public interaction

Mapping systems

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Permanent Certification of Property Tax Appraiser

Job description

Job Summary:

To perform a variety of duties involved in the appraisal of real estate at fair market value based on gathered data and market conditions, both in the field and in the office.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs field inspections of improvements within Albany County; this includes working with property owners when present, collecting data using State and County guidelines and procedures, sketching all improvements to scale, and making qualified judgments regarding the quality and condition of each improvement.
• Ensures assessments accurately and fairly reflect property values that are legally defensible to the County Board of Equalization.
• Measures and photographs all structures in sufficient detail and accuracy.
• Enter data collected from inspections into the State of Wyoming Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal system efficiently and accurately. Accuracy level must be at 90% or above.
• Use a mapping system while in the field to direct partner to any given property at any given time.
• Operate a county vehicle and observe all traffic laws and regulations.
• Track and enter city and county building permits.
• Read and fully understand both Marshall & Swift Handbooks and Field Manual.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of property improvements and building construction.
• Principles of mathematics.
• Modern office practices, methods, and equipment.
• English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.
• Safe work practices.
• Principles and practices used in dealing with the public.
• Principles and practices of data collection
• Safe driving principles and practices.

Ability to:

• Read and interpret legal descriptions, maps, and aerial photographs.
• Read and comprehend state-directed appraisal manuals (commercial, agricultural, and mobile home).
• Collect, compile, and analyze information and data.
• Perform accurate mathematical computations.
• Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records.
• Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
• Meet and deal tactfully and effectively with the public.
• Work and remain calm under stressful conditions.
• Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Use considerable tact, diplomacy, and interpersonal/human relations skills to maintain positive working relations.

Education/ Training/ Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent. Must have a valid driver's license and be able to work in all weather conditions. Have basic knowledge of computers. Must obtain and maintain a Permanent Certification of Property Tax Appraiser issued by the State of Wyoming within six years of employment.