Commercial Appraiser

Under the direction of the County Assessor, The Commercial Appraiser is responsible for completing a full range of increasingly complex appraisal job duties and providing lead worker direction to assigned appraisal staff. Responsibilities may include reviewing tax court appeals and determining negotiation, settlement warranted; determining regulatory changes and implementation of system updates; performing complex commercial, industrial and multi-family property appraisal analysis; and acting as a representative to outside agencies and the public.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

Assist with tax court appeal petitions by analyzing cost/reward of having case heard in tax court; determining if a settlement is warranted; and negotiating all petitions on behalf of the county.
Leads appraisal for less complex income-producing properties (commercial, industrial, multi-family apartment revaluation projects) which includes determining work assignments for appraisal staff and providing technical guidance to ensure compliance processes and procedures.
Conducts research and analyzes appraisal work documents for the valuation of highly complex commercial, industrial and multi-family properties to determine fair market value of property; ensures accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable schedules, standards, rules, and guidelines.
Conducts onsite inspections to review and verify existing data, or for re-assessment, new constructions/permits or valuations.
Provides customer assistance to citizens, other departments, and/or other interested parties regarding appraisal processes, land use, and general tax inquiries.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.