Senior Appraiser

Chesterfield County; Chesterfield Court House (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesterfield County is seeking a Real Estate Assessment professional to lead valuation of residential, commercial, and special purpose properties using income, cost, and sales comparison methods. You will analyze vast datasets and market factors, perform field inspections, and ensure data integrity for appeals before the Board of Equalization.

The role emphasizes adherence to zoning ordinances and Virginia Code, with potential for career progression under a CDP and a hybrid work schedule

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, real estate, or a related field.
• Six years of mass appraisal experience valuing residential and/or commercial properties, including two years valuing commercial/industrial and special purpose properties.
• CAE designation or Virginia Certified General Appraisal License preferred.
• IAAO courses 1, 2, 300 & 311 preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Access, Excel, and Word.
• Knowledge of local zoning ordinances and Virginia Code desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform valuation of residential, commercial/industrial, and special purpose properties using the income, cost, and sales comparison approaches to value.
• Collect, produce, and analyze statistical data and market data and identify economic factors affecting property valuation.
• Perform field inspections to verify data on existing structures or to measure and collect data on new structures on residential and commercial properties.
• Review and interpret building plans, site plans, and perform deed research as needed.
• Perform quality checks and reviews of reassessed properties to ensure highest and best use is determined; review building permits for accuracy.
• Prepare and present assessment appeal cases to the Board of Equalization.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

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

CAE designation

Virginia Certified General Appraisal License

IAAO courses 1, 2, 300 & 311 preferred

Tools

Microsoft Access

Excel

Word

Marshall & Swift

Job description

Real Estate Assessment

Bachelor's degree in business, real estate, or a related field; six years of mass appraisal experience valuing residential and/or commercial properties including two years in valuing commercial/industrial and special purpose properties; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. CAE designation or Virginia Certified General Appraisal License preferred. IAAO courses 1, 2, 300 & 311 preferred. Excellent research and analytical skills as well as proficiency in Microsoft Access, Excel, and Word. Experience with Marshall & Swift cost estimating software preferred. The ability to analyze large amounts of data and apply it to a broad population of properties is critical. Knowledge of local zoning ordinances and appropriate sections of the Virginia Code desired.

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 applicant and presented at time of interview. Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of interview date. Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.

Perform valuation of residential, commercial/industrial, and special purpose properties using the income, cost, and sales comparison approaches to value. Collect, produce, and analyze statistical data and market data and identify economic factors affecting property valuation. Perform field inspections to verify data on existing structures or to measure and collect data on new structures on residential and commercial properties. Review and interpret building plans, site plans, and perform deed research as needed. Perform quality checks and reviews of residential properties reassessed by appraisal staff to ensure that the highest and best use for the subject property has been determined. Perform quality checks and review of completed building permits for accuracy. Conduct random on-site property inspections to ensure accuracy of property record data. Prepare and present assessment appeal cases to the Board of Equalization. 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 for remote working three days a week and two in office days.