Appraiser I / Appraiser Ii (Depending On Qualifications)

VOLUSIA COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER'S OFFICE (FL)

invites applications for the position of:

Appraiser I / Appraiser II

SALARY: $16.18 - $20.52 Hourly
$1,294.40 - $1,641.60 Biweekly
$33,654.40 - $42,681.60 Annually

DEPARTMENT: District 3

OPENING DATE: 5/26/2022

CLOSING DATE: 6/10/2022

MAJOR FUNCTIONS:

Appraiser I / Appraiser II - Depending on qualifications

Location: 921 North Nova Road, Holly Hill, FL 32117

Apply: Company Website - Volusia County Property Appraiser - Career Opportunities

Technical work in the collection and analysis of economic, legal, structural, and sociological data in order to determine just value of varied types of property in accordance with statutory provisions.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES:

(NOTE: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.)

Appraiser I /Appraiser II: Depending upon experience

• Perform field evaluation duties in the implementation of the appraisal process.
• Review section maps, plats, surveys, sketches, aerial photographs, and various other documents of a technical and/or legal nature.
• Assist in the appraisal of varied types of property.
• Assist in the assessment of commercial and industrial properties including use of the income approach to value under stringent supervision.
• Estimate allowances for physical deterioration, functional and economic obsolescence when using the cost approach to value.
• Contact property owners and obtain information for use in evaluating property.
• Compile records necessary for building and land appraisals including building permits, blueprints, maps, zoning classifications, legislative resolutions, variances, deed restrictions, special permits, and folios.
• Measure perimeter of structures. Draw sketches to scale. Compute land area and perimeter of structural improvements when necessary.
• Review property records and other data for physical characteristics, area development, accessibility, population trends, transportation, schools, community facilities, and compliance with zoning and related regulations.
• Compile recent sales data from local governmental records, title and abstract sources, newspaper reports, and real estate listings.
• Verify and adjust data based on differences in physical, legal or economic factors in order to ascertain indications of market value (subject to supervisory review).
• Perform market studies to ascertain changes in market conditions and resulting needed changes in assessment practice.
• As required, attend Value Adjustment Board hearing to discuss evaluations.
• Attend work on a continuous and regular basis.
• Respond to emergency situations.
• Must obey federal, state, county and local laws.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Appraiser I: Salary - $18.24 per hour

Graduation from high school or possession of a GED and two (2) years' experience in a Property Appraiser's office, real estate or property appraisal. A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum requirements.

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.
• Must be designated as a Certified Florida Evaluator by the State of Florida within two and one half (2.5) years of hire date.

Appraiser II: Salary - $20.22 - 22.24 per hour

Graduation from high school or possession of a GED and four (4) years' experience in a Property Appraiser's office, real estate or property appraisal.

A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum requirements.

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.
• Must be designated as a Certified Florida Evaluator by the State of Florida within two and one half (2.5) years of hire date.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge in theory and practice of the cost and market approaches to value.
• Knowledge of statutes and regulations governing the process of appraising for ad valorem taxation purposes.
• Knowledge of the cost and market approaches to value.
• Knowledge of other market research techniques related to the resolution of real estate valuation problems or construction materials, methods, techniques, and construction estimating.
• Be able to compute perimeters of structures and draw to scale.
• Be able to make judgement calls on functional and economic obsolescence.
• Be able to read, write, and interpret all types of legal descriptions, including metes and bounds, as well as the ability to locate property on County parcel maps.
• Be able to explain and discuss assessment information and procedures with members of the general public in a tactful and responsible manner.
• Be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Be able to work under stressful conditions.
• Must be able to relocate to other county locations based upon operational needs.

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS

All employees of the Volusia County Property Appraisers office may be called upon to assist in a declared emergency situation (i.e. Hurricane, Tornado, Fire and etc.).

ADA REQUIREMENTS:

Physical Demands: Ability to traverse uneven, wet terrain. Ability to see, hear, talk and reach.Visual acuity (depth perception, peripheral vision) necessary to operate a motorized vehicle.

Environmental Demands: Inside and outside work. Ability to tolerate inclement weather including rain, heat, humidity, cold, etc.

Mental Demands: Ability to read and comprehend maps, blueprints, aerials; legal statutes, ordinances, documents; reports, financial reports, memos, letters, instructions. Ability to perform basic math. Ability to speak clearly and concisely; conversant in theory and practices of property appraisal. Ability write reports, summaries and letters.

Volusia County Property Appraiser is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. We value our service veterans and support the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: Position #22-00019 https://vcpa.vcgov.org APPRAISER I / APPRAISER II

123 West Indiana Avenue
Room 102
DeLand, FL 32720
386-822-5717 X12048

Appraiser I / Appraiser II Supplemental Questionnaire

* 1. This position will require you to work in extreme weather conditions such as hot, humid, rainy etc. Do you have any issues with working in these conditions?
Yes No

* 2. Please select from the below list, your level as a Microsoft Excel user

Beginner
Intermittent
Advanced
Expert
No Experience

* 3. Do you possess a current Florida Driver's License?
Yes No

* 4. If you answered "No" to the previous question, will you be able to obtain a Florida driver's license at the time of hire if selected for the position?
Yes
No
Not Applicable

* 5. Describe your experience with customer service.

* 6. Do you have any experience reviewing property records?

* 8. Please select from the list below any areas that you may have experience.
Building Permits
Blue-Prints
Maps
Zoning classifications
Deed restrictions
Sketching by hand or APEX or a similar product
None of the Above

* 9. if you made selections from the above question, please give a brief description of your experience. if you answered none of the above, please indicate N/A.

*10. Give an example of a project that best describes your organizational skills.

*11. What is the mean and median of the range of sales prices below:

$253,000 , $190,000, $205,000, $236,000, $219,000

*12 What is the square footage of a rectangular lot that is 108 feet frontage and 123 feet deep?

* Required Question

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.25 - $20.22 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience with Microsoft Excel?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person