Appraiser - Personal Property Division

Description

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Have you considered investing in your community? Pinal County is a beautiful place that needs passionate people who want to help others and make a difference in their lives.

Public service is a rewarding career choice; not only does it offer a strong sense of purpose, but it also benefits you financially. We may not be the most competitive in salary, but we provide great value to our employees, including highly sought-after retirement plans, paid sabbaticals every five years, and very affordable benefit costs. In the long run, Pinal County is an excellent choice to fulfill your passion and support your retirement!

Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU. Apply today and find out why Pinal County is more than just a job. Read more about the position and see if it is a good match for you. We are growing so be sure to check out all of our other opportunities as well!

• An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work-Life Balance.
• Paid Vacation And Sick Leave

• 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One

• After Three (3) Years of Service, 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
• After Five (5) Years of Service, 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually

• 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One

• Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish
• Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years

• Two-Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service
• Three-Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service
• Four-Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
• Four-Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service

• Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!
• Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From

• Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium Cost

• Dental and Vision Plans
• Comprehensive Wellness Program

• Quarterly Wellness Challenges
• Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite
• Vaccination Clinics
• Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events
• Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite
• Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite
• Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online
• Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi

• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Telehealth
• Qualified Employer - Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - Department of Education
• Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options
• Civil Service Leave
• Van Pool Options
• Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
• Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses
• Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance

Additionally, collaborate with a talented team committed to making Pinal County an outstanding place for residents and staff.

Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU.

Apply today and find out why Pinal County is more than just a job.

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Application Tips Job Summary Perform journey-level technical functions in the appraisal of residential and personal property for the Pinal County Assessor's Office and determine, evaluate, and verify market value under basic supervision.

Typical Classification Essential Duties

• Provide customer service, respond to inquiries from property owners and the general public regarding property appraisal process, values established, and laws governing the valuation of property, and perform duties within the scope of authority and training and in compliance with County policies.
• Apply County policies and procedures to determine fair market value for residential and personal property.
• Develop fair and equitable assessment of residential and personal property located within the County for ad valorem tax purposes and for proper classification of taxable property and improvements.
• Conduct on-site inspections of various types of new and existing residential land, property, and structures.
• Determine type, quality, and condition of property and verify and document property characteristics.
• Process data collected and enter information into specialized software application databases.
• Review and process technical documents, which describe real property, boundaries, attributes, and ownership.
• Review technical documents and other records to evaluate data quality and accuracy.
• Review and maintain parcel information and maps for County departments and public agencies.
• View carrying capacity for verification of state and the Bureau of Land Management leased by owner or tenant.
• Conduct overview of acreage in place for rancher or farmer, place parcels in agriculture worksheet, and verify that the property is in system correctly.
• To promote and adhere to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements To Perform Work

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) years of property appraisal, construction, real estate, mortgage title, and/or customer service experience.
• Appraiser Level 1 certification from Arizona Department of Revenue (DOR) is required within one year of hire at time of hire.
• Arizona residents must have a valid Arizona Driver's License upon hire; newly established Arizona Residents must have one within 30 days of hire.
• Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of state laws governing the appraisal function, including Arizona Department of Revenue regulations.
• Knowledge of procedures and standards governing the appraisal of property.
• Knowledge of geography, roads, and landmarks of County and surrounding areas.
• Knowledge of principles of record keeping and records management.
• Skill in compiling, researching, and analyzing property data.
• Skill in preparing and maintaining accurate appraisal records.
• Skill in using specialized computer software applications.
• Ability to perform accurate data entry and mathematical calculations.
• Ability to provide effective customer service and deal tactfully and courteously with the public.

Physical Demands The work is light and requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. The work also requires the ability to balance, climb, finger, walk, perform repetitive motion, operate motor vehicles, hear, speak, and demonstrate mental and visual acuity.

Work Environment Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands.

The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval. NOTICE TO APPLICANTS We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and treating others with respect. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration and may impact your future Pinal County hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval.

All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply. However, visa sponsorship is not available. Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT). Pinal County requires pre-employment screening, which includes a Motor Vehicle Record check, a comprehensive background check (encompassing employment, education, and criminal history), and drug testing for safety-sensitive roles. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify candidates from employment. Employment offers are contingent on successful pre-employment screening. If driving is a requirement of the position, you must have a valid Arizona State Driver's License in accordance with Arizona State Law. Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this description. Benefits Pinal County offers some of the best benefits in Arizona! We offer a wide range of employee benefits. You can Read more details about our organizations benefit program or you can review the list below:

• An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work Life Balance.
• Paid Vacation And Sick Leave

• 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One

• After Three (3) Years of Service 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
• After Five (5) Years of Service 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually

• Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish
• 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
• Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years

• Two Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service
• Three Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service
• Four Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
• Four Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service

• Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!
• Top Tier Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

• Insure your whole family on a PPO plan for as low as $57.94/mo.
• Insure you and your children on a PPO plan for ZERO premium cost

• Comprehensive Wellness Program

• Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events
• Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite
• Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite
• Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online
• Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi
• Quarterly Well Challenges
• Vaccination Clinics Onsite
• Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite

• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Telehealth
• Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the Dept of Education
• Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options
• Civil Service Leave
• VanPool Options
• Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
• Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses
• Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance