Job Summary

This Position Primarily Works in the Field Collecting Physical Characteristic Data Pertaining to Real Property Improvements. This Position Is Responsible for All Aspects of Property Valuation Including Discovery, Recordkeeping, Recording, Photographing, Quality Control, Valuation, Notification, Reviews and Hearings, and Working with Customers. This Individual Sometimes Works in the Office Providing Assistance to the Public and Performs the Duties of Hearing Officer During the Hearing Process. The Review Appraiser Works Under the General Supervision of the County Appraiser and Deputy County Appraiser.

Essential Functions

Measures Real Estate, Residential/Farm Improvements, and Commercial Structures; Collects Data on 17% of the County on an Annual Basis Per State Maintenance Specifications;
Discovers, Measurers, Records, Classifies, and Values New Improvements Made to Real Property;
Performs Annual Use Review of All Agricultural Land Parcels in the Field or in the Office Using Arc-GIS Online Maps; Delineates Various Land Uses on Field Maps for Proper Classification According to Use, and Inputs Results into the ORION Appraisal System After Corrections Are Delineated by GIS Mapper;
Performs Final Value Review in ORION to Select the Final Value for Assigned Real Estate Parcels;
Obtains Cost Information and Other Pertinent Data from Landowners Concerning Their Property, and Determines Use of Land for Classification Purposes;
Conducts Informal Hearings with Property Owners or Their Representative(s), Hear Cases and Arrives at the Most Equitable and Defendable Final Decision of Value; Provides Full Documentation Within the Hearing File Including Reports, Photos and a Full Description of the Hearing Proceedings;
Documents All Information from Hearings, Sales Reviews, Building Permits, or Other Inspections to Arrive at a Correct and True Representation of the Property Characteristics and Value;
Runs Reports and Interpret Statistics from Computer System Data to Assure that All Subject Properties Are Valued Correctly and Equitably as Compared with Other Parcels in County; Assures ORION System Derives the Best Value for Real Property;
Accurately and Appropriately Performs Data Entry into ORION as Necessary; Assists with ORION and APEX Data Maintenance;
Assists in the Main Office by Taking Phone Calls or Working at the Counter to Aid the Public Concerning All Aspects of Their Properties;
Assists with Preparation of the Property Valuation Notices for Annual Mailings;
Maintains All Appraiser Vehicles; Washes, Waxes, Cleans Interior, Checks the Oil, Water, Transmission Fluid, Washer Fluid and Brake Fluid; Checks Spare Tires, Lights, and Signals; Assures Cleanliness of Appraisers’ Vehicles at All Times;
Other Special Projects or Duties as Assigned.

Secondary Functions

Performs Other Related Duties as Required.

Supervisory Functions

None

Minimum Qualifications

To Perform this Job Successfully, an Individual Must Be Able to Perform Each Essential Function Satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations May Be Made to Enable Individuals with Disabilities to Perform the Essential Functions. The Requirements Listed Below Are Representative of the Knowledge, Skill, and/or Ability Required.

Knowledge Of

Current Appraisal Best Practices; General Office Maintenance and Practices; Filing Systems (Alpha and Numeric);
Analyze Data, Draw Sound Conclusions and Summarize Results;
And Ability to Learn Mass Appraisal Data Collection & Appraisal Procedures and Techniques as Employed by the Franklin County Jurisdiction;
And Ability to Learn County Geography;
And Ability to Learn Computer Assisted Geographic Information System (GIS) Maintenance;
And Ability to Learn Data Entry and Computer Skills Utilizing Microsoft Office Suite Software, APEX Software, and the ORION Appraisal Software.

Skill In

Critical Thinking and Professionalism to Resolve Problems, Manage Conflict Effectively
Computer Operation, Keyboarding and Other Office Equipment;
Communicating Effectively, Verbally and in Writing, in a Tactful and Diplomatic Manner That Demonstrates Exceptional Customer Service.

Ability To

React Appropriately Under Pressure, Handle and Balance Multiple Demands at One Time, Work with Frequent Interruptions and Perform Duties and Tasks with Limited Errors and a Heightened Attention to Detail;
Learn, Remember and Interpret a Wide Variety of Information to Include Laws, County and Departmental Policies, etc.;
Speak, Read, and Write English Fluently;
Work Outside and to Walk and Be on Feet for Extended Periods of Time;
Make Minor Work Decisions in Accordance with Laws, Regulations and Departmental Policies and Procedures;
Work Independently with Little or No Supervision or Assistance;
Work in Isolated and Remote Locations, Over Uneven Terrain, and Inclement Weather Conditions;
Learn New Procedures and Techniques as Laws, Technology and Public Requirements Change;
Follow Oral and Written Instructions Accurately;
Read and Understand Maps, Charts, Photographs, Tables and Diagrams Accurately;
Make Moderately Difficult Mathematical Computations with Speed and Accuracy;
Establish and Maintain Effective Working Relationships with Other Employees, Officials and the Public;
Safely Operate a Motor Vehicle;
Provide Quality Customer Service as Needed in an Office Environment.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

Must Possess a Valid Driver’s License.

Required Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or G.E.D.;
Six Months to Twelve Months Related Experience or Training;
Or Equivalent Combination of Education and Experience.

Preferred Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s Degree from Four-Year College or University in Mathematics, Statistics, Real Estate Appraisal, Agricultural Economics, or Business or Four to Five Years Related Experience and/or Training;
Knowledge of Real Estate and/or Construction Industries;
Or Equivalent Combination of Education and Experience.

Physical Conditions

The Physical Demands Described Here Are Representative of Those That Must Be Met by an Employee to Successfully Perform the Essential Functions of this Job. Reasonable Accommodations May Be Made to Enable Individuals with Disabilities to Perform the Essential Functions.

While Performing the Duties of this Job, the Employee Is Regularly Required to Talk or Hear;
The Employee Is Frequently Required to Sit and Use Hands to Finger, Handle, or Feel;
The Employee Is Occasionally Required to Stand; Walk; Reach with Hands and Arms;
Specific Vision Abilities Required by this Job Include Close Vision, Color Vision, Depth Perception and Ability to Adjust Focus.

Working Conditions

The Work Environment Characteristics Described Here Are Representative of Those an Employee Encounters While Performing the Essential Functions of this Job. Reasonable Accommodations May Be Made to Enable Individuals with Disabilities to Perform the Essential Functions.

The Noise Level in the Work Environment Is Usually Moderate;
The Employee Is Occasionally Exposed to Outside Weather Conditions;
The Employee May Be Exposed to Animals and Vehicle Traffic.