Field-Based Real Property Appraiser I

City of St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage allowance $297/month

Job summary

The City of St. Louis Assessor’s Office is seeking a Real Property Appraiser I for downtown St. Louis. The role involves inspecting properties, researching records, and calculating property values for tax assessment.

Work is field-oriented about three to four days per week with hours 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; a $297 monthly mileage allowance is provided. You will prepare valuation reports for Board of Equalization and State Tax Commission during appeals and assist taxpayers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 6 college-level hours in real property appraisal.
• Or completion of two appraisal courses from a recognized appraisal school.
• One year of recent administrative/advanced clerical experience in real property appraisal or related records.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and survey properties; collect measurements and photos for CAMA entries.
• Identify properties and owners using deeds and maps.
• Value residential property using standard appraisal methods.
• Prepare valuation reports for Board of Equalization and for State Tax Commission appeals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Mathematical ability

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Real property appraisal coursework (6 semester hours)

Two appraisal courses from recognized appraisal school

Tools

CAMA system

Job description

The City of St. Louis Assessor’s Office is seeking a Real Property Appraiser I for downtown St. Louis. The role involves inspecting properties, researching records, and calculating property values for tax assessment.

Work is field-oriented about three to four days per week with hours 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; a $297 monthly mileage allowance is provided. You will prepare valuation reports for Board of Equalization and State Tax Commission during appeals and assist taxpayers.