Residential Property Appraiser I — Value & Impact

Forsyth County; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Forsyth County seeks a qualified Property Appraiser I to appraise real property for tax assessments. You will interpret laws, conduct field reviews, and prepare property records and sketches.

You will work with the CAMA system and GIS tools, researching deeds and records to ensure accurate valuations. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, be 21+, possess a valid Georgia driver’s license, and obtain GA Appraiser I Certification within 12 months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, with relevant knowledge for appraisal duties.
• Must obtain Georgia Appraiser I Certification within one year of employment.
• 21 years of age and valid Georgia driver’s license are required.
• Strong data integrity and ability to interpret legal records and deeds.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and apply state and local laws for property appraisal and assessment.
• Conduct field reviews of residential property and identify real property using maps and directories.
• Prepare property records, sales reports, sketches, and other documents with accuracy.
• Explain assessment laws to taxpayers and respond to inquiries or complaints.
• Research deeds, leases, and other records; defend appraisal values during appeals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication with taxpayers

Research and data analysis

Education

High school diploma or GED

Georgia Appraiser I Certification within 1 year

Tools

CAMA system

qPublic

Excel

Word

GIS

PowerPoint

LoopNet

Teams/Office 365

Job description

Forsyth County seeks a qualified Property Appraiser I to appraise real property for tax assessments. You will interpret laws, conduct field reviews, and prepare property records and sketches.

You will work with the CAMA system and GIS tools, researching deeds and records to ensure accurate valuations. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, be 21+, possess a valid Georgia driver’s license, and obtain GA Appraiser I Certification within 12 months.