Property Appraiser

Who we are:

At the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR), we are funding a better state to live, work, and play. Offering excellent benefits, hybrid work schedules, defined career paths, tuition assistance, and self-development opportunities, we are a trustworthy partner to our customers and an innovative workplace that supports work-life balance and empowers our employees to reach their highest potential. Open the door to a career at the SCDOR and discover why 93% of our employees see how their work contributes to the SCDOR’s success—by collecting 95% of South Carolina’s general fund, our team serves with purpose and impacts the success of our community.

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We are looking for teammates who are:

• Detail-oriented and able to research and analyze data
• Comfortable using multiple computer systems
• Clear communicators
• Collaborative and builds strong working relationships

What you will do:

As a Property Appraiser, you’ll play a key role in valuing real property within your assigned area (and across the state when needed). You’ll work closely with local government officials and colleagues to apply state property tax laws accurately and fairly.

Primary job duties include:

• Appraising and assessing typical real property, including conducting field reviews to estimate fair market value of manufacturing facilities through inspections and research.
• Monitoring fee-in-lieu of tax accounts and preparing documentation related to appeal requests
• Maintaining taxpayer data, assisting with preparing appraisals, interpreting and analyzing system data to make updates and adjustments to taxpayer returns and files using multiple computer systems. Systems include, DORWAY, Commercial Estimator, and APEX Sketch
• Communicating clearly with taxpayers, representatives, and government personnel to explain property tax laws and regulations while protecting the confidentiality of taxpayer information.
• Assisting local government personnel and officials with issues and questions related to property tax administration through research and interpretation of property tax laws
• Completing all continuing education and training required by SCDOR, SC Appraiser’s Board, and the agency

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Either:

• A bachelor’s degree with experience in real estate appraisal OR
• An appraisal designation may be substituted for the real estate appraisal experience

Additional Requirement:

• A valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation are required for field work. (Mileage reimbursement provided)
• In order to complete training and education, some overnight travel may be required
• Must be capable of lifting and moving items up to 15 lbs.
• Employee may be required to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time
• Must be able to wear person protective equipment (PPE) at required worksites

Academic degrees must be from an accredited institution of higher learning.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of appraisal principles and techniques
• Knowledge of SC Tax Laws and regulations
• Ability to understand and utilize computer applications in the appraisal process
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers
• Ability to communicate effectively

Additional Comments

• We have multiple openings for this position.
• EEO: The SCDOR is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation.
• Training: Property Appraisers will participate in a training program to ensure they have the knowledge and skills to successfully perform their job.
• Hours: Flexible hours may be available from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Monday – Friday (37.5 hours per week).
• Telework schedule: This position may be eligible to work remotely up to two days per week.
• Career Development Plan: This position is part of an SCDOR Career Development Plan, which provides opportunities for growth and development.
• Office location: Depending on space availability, you may have the option to choose which SCDOR office you work in Columbia, Florence, Greenville, or Rock Hill.