Real Property Appraiser I, II, III

Iredell-County,-Nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Iredell County is seeking Real Property Appraisers to perform field listing and appraisal duties for residential, farm, and vacant properties. Duties include measuring structures, determining depreciation, and preparing tax cards for entry into appraisal software.

You will communicate with property owners and assist in resolving appeals before the Board of Equalization. The role requires knowledge of NC tax statutes, real estate valuation practices, and the ability to work with diverse

Qualifications

• General knowledge of NC Machinery Act and related statutes governing real estate tax administration.
• Knowledge of standard valuation guides and appraisal procedures.

Responsibilities

• Appraises residential properties, farms, and related structures; measures dimensions and assesses depreciation.
• Prepares tax cards and enters data into appraisal software.
• Communicates with property owners and assists in resolving appeals before the Board.

Skills

NC Machinery Act knowledge

Property valuation

Interpreting tax maps

Computer skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Vehicle operation

Education

Four-year college/university degree in Real Estate or Business

Tools

Tax appraisal software

Job description

IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE STARTING YOUR APPLICATION:

YOU MUST COMPLETE THE APPLICATION IN ITS ENTIRETY AND SUBMIT THE APPLICATION BEFORE IT CAN BE SAVED IN THE SYSTEM.

YOU MUST ANSWER ALL REQUIRED QUESTIONS AND COMPLETE ALL REQUIRED SECTIONS OF THIS APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR EMPLOYMENT WITH IREDELL COUNTY.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

With direct supervision, performs standard field listing and assessing duties; appraises residential dwellings, farm, and vacant properties, and building improvements such as pools, piers, and storage buildings; determines exterior and interior dimensions of buildings, including the foundation, exterior walls, type of roofing, number of rooms and areas, finishes, types of HVAC, etc.; determines functional and physical depreciation of the structure; photographs properties, documents field measurements and enters property information into tax appraisal software.

Makes decisions as to the quality and construction details of the property being assessed to maintain consistency within neighborhoods; appraises properties by giving the structures or land a fair and consistent evaluation with the market value for tax assessment.

Prepares tax cards for entry into the computer system, making sure the field work needed is legible, complete, and the market factor is consistent with other properties in the same neighborhood; enters data into computers from tax cards.

Works land splits in assigned area, appraising subdivisions and tracts of land newly split among owners; re-appraises land affected by rezoning, changing economic conditions, or other factors affecting market value.

Works with property owners and attempts to resolve any appeals before going to the Board of Equalization and Review; researches and compiles information substantiating values and defends values on appeals before the Board.

Communicates with property owners during the appraisal process, answers questions from taxpayers, attorneys, appraisers, real estate agents, and others regarding questions about tax value, sales, location, etc.

The real property appraiser may assist with duties in administration of the present use value program. Duties may include reviewing applications for eligibility, performing on-site reviews, verifying requirements for present use classification, and calculating deferred taxes.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

Performs related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

General knowledge of the NC Machinery Act and other state statutes governing the administration of tax on real estate and related property.

General knowledge of the standard Valuation Guides and other professional resources, procedures, and standards for appraising residential properties and the transfer of property.

General knowledge of current construction costs and materials, current property values, and future real estate and property issues.

General knowledge of the geographic layout of the County.

General knowledge of the tax listing and assessing procedures.

General knowledge of the application of information technology to assigned duties.

Skills in the operation of computers and in using various computer applications in the appraisal process and in the database applications.

Ability to read and interpret descriptions of land and tax maps; and to sketch construction projects.

Ability to make computations accurately based on fair market value and the available database.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Realtors, attorneys, property owners, contractors, and the general public.

Ability to coordinate and work effectively in appeals and controversial tax evaluation situations.

Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.

Ability to handle the public courteously and tactfully.

Ability to learn policies, processes, and procedures.

Ability to operate a County vehicle to inspect sites.

REAL PROPERTY APPRAISER I QUALIFICATIONS:

Salary Range: 53,547.71 - $68,541.06

Experience in real property appraisal; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

ADDITIONAL “REQUIREMENTS”:

Certification by the North Carolina Department of Revenue as a Real Property Appraiser I within two (2) year of employment.

Refer to North Carolina Department of Revenue Regulations for Appraisal Certification Levels I, II & III – July 1st, 2017.

Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver’s License.

This position is designated as an authorized Motor Vehicle Operator for Iredell County and requires adherence to the Iredell County Vehicle Operations Policy.

REAL PROPERTY APPRAISER II QUALIFICATIONS:

Salary Range: $56,225.08 - $71,968.11

Graduation from a four-year college or University with major coursework in Real Estate, Business, or a related field, and experience in real property appraisal and NCDOR Real Property Appraiser I certification.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

North Carolina Department of Revenue Real Property Appraiser I Certification, the individual must pass three (3) additional 30-hour classes given by the International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO), two (2) IAAO 15-hour workshops, and the 15-hour USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice) class.

Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver’s License.

When filled from outside, employee required to have prior related experience which allows employee to meet the qualification standards for the Appraiser II Level.

REAL PROPERTY APPRAISER III QUALIFICATIONS:

Salary Range: $59,036.35 - $75,566.51

Graduation from a four-year college or University with major coursework in Real Estate, Business, or a related field, and experience in real property appraisal; and NCDOR Real Property Appraiser II Certified.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

In addition to the North Carolina Department of Revenue Real Property Appraiser II Certification, the individual must pass two (2) additional 30-hour classes given by the International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO), three (3) IAAO 15-hour workshops, and the 7-hour USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice) class.

Possession of a valid NC Driver’s License.

When filled from outside, employee required to have prior related experience which allows employee to meet the qualification standards for the Appraiser III Level.

Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver’s License.

Refer to North Carolina Department of Revenue Regulations for Appraisal Certification Levels I, II & III – July 1st, 2017.