Appraiser - I

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Appraisal and Reassessment Director, the Real Property Appraiser conducts intermediate-level technical work in appraising real property for assessment purposes within Spartanburg County.

Essential Duties

• Measure and assess 20-25 new construction simple houses per day, ensuring accuracy and precision; Add 75 new construction simple houses to Assesspro per week, maintaining a consistent workflow and meeting deadlines.
• Conduct measurements for 20-25 mobile homes daily, adhering to industry standards and guidelines; Input data for 75 mobile homes into Assesspro on a weekly basis, ensuring completeness and accuracy of information.
• Measure simple commercial structures to Assesspro as required, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in assessment tasks.
• Perform field checks, measurements, and data collection for 40-50 permits daily, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards; Process 150 permits in Assesspro per week, maintaining meticulous records and documentation.
• Appraise, assess, and reassess real property for tax purposes, employing thorough analytical skills and knowledge of valuation methods.
• Conduct field investigations to gather necessary data, ensuring comprehensive assessment and accurate documentation.
• Assist citizens with real property appraisal and tax inquiries, providing courteous and informative assistance to address their concerns.
• Appear before Local and State Boards of Appeals to provide testimony, demonstrating expertise and professionalism in defending assessment decisions.
• Collaborate with taxpayers, realtors, attorneys, bankers, surveyors, and other stakeholders to facilitate property assessment processes and resolve issues.
• Maintain records and reports to meet departmental requirements, ensuring accuracy and completeness of documentation.
• Handle mathematical calculations, including statistical inference, with precision and attention to detail.
• Process various documents, such as deeds, appeal forms, and appraisal reports, accurately and efficiently.
• Work in diverse weather conditions, including dust, heat, cold, and wetness, while adhering to safety protocols and maintaining productivity.
• Perform related tasks as required, demonstrating flexibility and willingness to contribute to team objectives.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Begin learning to maintain assigned districts by working/processing all related work under the supervision of a Certified Residential Appraiser/Certified General Appraiser: appraising real property, new construction, additions, agricultural applications, appeals, deed validation, ATI's, splits, rollbacks, etc.
• Begin learning to perform office duties by assisting taxpayers by telephone and in person.
• Exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• Physically able to operate various machinery and office equipment, such as automobiles, calculators, fax machines, computers, copiers, telephones, printers, etc.
• Ability to speak and/or signal people to exchange information.
• Ability to read and prepare various records and documents.
• Proficiency in using and interpreting real estate and appraisal terminology.

Education and Experience

• A degree from an accredited community college, supplemented by coursework in real estate appraisal methods and techniques.
• Experience in the appraisal of real property.
• Preferably, possession of a South Carolina Real Estate Appraiser license or Appraiser Apprentice permit.
• Obtain Apprentice Appraiser certification from SCLLR by completing 75 hours of Qualified Education and a 4-hour Supervisor/Trainee Course.

License, Certifications, and Other Requirements

• All regular full-time and part-time employees of Spartanburg County are required by state law to participate in the South Carolina Retirement System.
• Possession of a valid state driver's license.

Additional Information/Benefits

• Longevity pay increase after 18 months of employment (new hires)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39,836.00 - $49,795.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person