06/24/2025
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Columbus Consolidated Government

Appraiser I - Real Property - G118

Columbus, Georgia Tax Assessor Full-Time In-Office

Job Description

Appraiser I - Real Property - G118

  • Compiles data obtained from site inspections; makes necessary adjustments relating to construction quality, condition, and effective age; draws building sketches of improvements using computer programs; organizes the results, analyzes sales, reviews current values, and submits recommendations to the Division Manager.
  • Receives and reviews building permits; reviews and files construction plans; inspects permitted properties; takes and files field notes.
  • Review current property sales; perform on-site inspections; compile data to determine the validity of sales.
  • Presents cases to the Board of Equalization to defend determinations of fair market values; assists in the preparation of presentations to the Board of Tax Assessors.
  • Inspects properties to determine the fair market value.
  • Enters data into Mobile Assessor, the field collection tool, and IAS World the CAMA program to formulate recommendations for fair market values.
  • Works with property splits and combinations to include proper identification, the location of buildings, and values; submits value recommendations to the Division Manager.
  • Creates and maintains accurate and up-to-date records on properties appraised.
  • Discusses valuation methods with property owners in response to appeals.
  • Sets up new parcels for residential and commercial properties; identifies plats; maintains a map split spreadsheet.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.