Residential Appraiser I

Salary : $36,212.80 Annually
Location : Macon, GA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202200166
Department: Tax Assessors
Opening Date: 09/02/2022
Closing Date: Continuous
Summary
The Residential Appraiser I is a junior position requiring first-level certification, responsible for appraising residential property.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are representative of the work required for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Reads maps and locates property.
• Measures and sketches buildings.
• Enters data into software system.
• Talks with property owners about property value.
• Makes field appraisals, with supervision, using the most appropriate of the three approaches to value.

Education, Training and Experience
The Residential Appraiser I must be at least 21 years of age, possess a high school diploma or GED; and be in good physical and mental health. Any equivalent combination of education and experience deemed sufficient. Must have taken Courses I and Course IA, and a passing grade of 70 or better on the Appraiser I Exam to receive the designation of Appraiser I or achieve within twelve (12) months.
Possession of a valid Georgia Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The Residential Appraiser I must be knowledgeable of the following principles, procedures, and concepts:

• Ability to learn and perform the more routine technical work in the appraisal of residential property for assessment purposes.
• Ability to learn and perform assigned tasks, including reviewing maps and photography; locating property and gathering all information necessary to determine value; performing basic research on building costs and sales data; computing appraisal values for residential property.
• Knowledge of mass appraisal techniques.
• Ability to direct office procedures and techniques related to the appraisal/assessment process.
• Ability to deal effectively with the general public and with other governmental agencies.
• Knowledge and ability to interpret applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of local government organization and administration.Ability to resolve problems in a timely, efficient and effective manner.
• Knowledge of and proficiency with the use of computers, including software programs (Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis and report preparation.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and organize work; set priorities and meet critical deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to meet necessary requirements of Appraiser as mandated by the Georgia Department of Revenue.

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Medical / Dental / Vision plans
Prescription coverage
Discounted Fitness centers
Deferred Compensation Plan
Flexible Spending Account(s)
Employee Assistance Program
Annual/Sick Leave
Group Life Insurance
401-A Retirement Contribution Plan - Matches up to 5%