Job Summary

The Sr. Certified Property Appraiser performs technical duties related to the appraisal of improved and unimproved rural, farm, residential, and commercial properties, manufactured homes, and personal property to determine market value for ad valorem tax purposes. This position is required to conduct field inspection of property and/or structures and may be exposed to adverse weather conditions. This role requires the incumbent to be detail oriented, sensitive to mandated deadlines, and effectively communicate with the public, including in potentially adversarial situations. The Sr. Certified Property Appraiser reports to the Certified Property Appraiser Supervisor and may provide guidance to Certified Property Appraiser and Trainee positions.

Key Responsibilities

Property Appraisals and Valuation:

Conducts detailed appraisal and reappraisal of various property types utilizing methods such as cost, income, sales comparison, considering market conditions and property characteristics to determine fair market value
Identifies taxable personal property to ensure items such as office furniture, removable fixtures, machinery, equipment, unlicensed vehicles, and other eligible property are properly assessed and entered onto County personal property rolls
Applies State Tax Commission depreciation schedules to determine value of personal property.

Data Collection And Analysis

Interviews persons familiar with property, collects income and expense information, takes measurements, and makes sketches of the same
Develops and provides statistical analysis and ratio studies of market data, property characteristics, and relevant economic trends to support valuation conclusions
Compiles data according to accepted appraisal practices to determine fair market value.

Report Preparation And Presentation

Prepares and presents comprehensive appraisal reports that clearly document the valuation process, assumptions, and conclusions
Ensures organized and appropriate report structure and format, and objective and unbiased presentation.

Property Inspections

Conducts thorough inspections of properties to assess the type and quality of construction, condition, and functional design
Prepares diagrams and gathers property information including measurements and photographs.

Compliance And Record Keeping

Ensures compliance with all applicable regulations, standards, and best practices in the appraisal industry
Monitors status of business to maintain accurate personal property files and records
Maintains current files and records of property sales within County to monitor trends of impending changes in market values.

Communication

Communicates effectively with property owners, stakeholders, and the public regarding property valuations and assessments
Researches building permit records, sales, leases, and plat maps and contacts owner to arrange appraisals
Responds, researches, and resolves public inquiries, requests for information, and complaints in a courteous and timely manner
Presents testimony to Board of Equalization, appeals hearings, and related review proceedings.

Other Duties

Trains, supervises, and reviews work of Certified Property Appraisers and Trainees
Travels through designated areas being alert to new construction and land development
Remains current on required certification by attending courses, workshops, and training seminars
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures, and safety practices
Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skills and Abilities:

Collaborates effectively with co-workers and the public to deliver exceptional and efficient public service
Exercises sound judgment in making decisions throughout the appraisal process
Interprets legal descriptions, deeds, plat books, maps, and blueprints accurately
Builds and maintains strong working relationships with County employees, supervisory personnel, state and local elected officials, and the public
Works independently while managing diverse public interactions and situations with professionalism, tact, and diplomacy
Conveys information clearly and effectively through both verbal and written communication
Conducts visual inspections, observations, and documentation of property characteristics to ensure accurate and equitable appraisals
Makes sound and reasonable decisions following laws, ordinances, regulations, and established procedures
Interprets cost manuals used in appraisal of personal and real property
Works under varying and extreme weather conditions
Addresses citizen inquiries promptly and courteously
Efficiently and accurately performs multiple tasks while meeting time-sensitive deadlines under pressure

Special Qualifications

Idaho property appraisal certification
Complete Appraisal Courses 1 and 2 and two additional courses approved by International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO)
Valid Idaho driver’s license
Must successfully complete a background investigation.

Education And Experience

High school diploma or GED equivalency required; and
Bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred; or
Four (4) years’ experience in property appraisal; or
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Essential Physical Abilities

Clear speech with or without accommodation, to effectively convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly and/or quickly
Sufficient clarity of hearing with or without reasonable accommodation to enable the employee to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information
Visual acuity, with or without an accommodation, to read instructions, review and organize documents
Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, which permits the employee to conduct field inspections, often driving or walking through rural or unimproved property, and work in an office environment.
Ability to lift 50 lbs

Disclaimer

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the primary job responsibilities satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Canyon County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions related to recruitment and selection are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Compensation

From $29.73 to $35.38 per hour