Senior Real Property Tax Supervisor & Appraisal Lead

Durham County; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 63,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham County Government seeks a senior professional in the Tax Administration department to lead annual residential and farm property appraisals. You will supervise staff, develop guidelines, and ensure timely notices and accurate changes in property values.

The role requires strong knowledge of real estate appraisal methods, state statutes, and data systems, with responsibility for hearings and coordination across agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, or related field.
• Four years of real estate appraisal or related experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid NC driver’s license with acceptable driving history.

Responsibilities

• Plans, supervises, directs, and evaluates staff; conducts performance appraisals.
• Coordinates and reviews work activities; sets schedules and performance standards.
• Develops and maintains appraisal guidelines and schedules of values.
• Ensure property changes and notices are recorded; issue notices timely.
• Analyzes data and monitors sales files to evaluate accuracy and quality.
• Interprets property tax laws; assists with complex appeals.
• Prepares case documents for hearings before the Property Tax Commission.
• Liaises with owners, counsel, vendors, and agencies to resolve matters.
• Oversees vehicle resources and department operations.
• Oversees and conducts appraisal/reappraisal of real property.

Skills

Real estate principles

Appraisal methodologies

NC statutes governing property tax

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

GIS

Appraisal software

Data management systems

Job description

Durham County Government seeks a senior professional in the Tax Administration department to lead annual residential and farm property appraisals. You will supervise staff, develop guidelines, and ensure timely notices and accurate changes in property values.

The role requires strong knowledge of real estate appraisal methods, state statutes, and data systems, with responsibility for hearings and coordination across agencies.