Appraiser - Assessors Office

NOTICE TO APPLICANT This position will close at 12:00AM MST on the End Date. You must ensure your application reflects the correct and current information for your work experience, hours worked per week per position, education, personal information, etc. Only the information provided on this application is evaluated when determining compensation. Job Description PURPOSE SUMMARY. Under the general supervision of the Residential Appraisal Supervisor, appraises all residential and commercial properties for valuation purposes in accordance with state statutes. ESSENTIAL DUTIES. Appraisal of all assigned Property parcels; duties consist of field inspection, data collection, review and analysis of value and real estate sales data. Apply appraisal skills to perform all property appraisal functions. Handle assigned cases involving valuation concerns from property owners and the public, investigating and determining justification for valuation or needed correction. Defend values, in unresolved cases, before the valuation protest board. Assist the public in the office, by telephone and in the field, with other inquiries and concerns regarding assessed valuations or departmental policies/procedures. Utilize organization, computer, map and blueprinting reading skills in the planning and implementation of daily work. Participate as a team member on completing the duties of the department, participating in meetings, and submitting reports to supervisors. Responsible for knowing and abiding by all departmental and county policies and knowing or becoming knowledgeable of applicable state statutes and regulation (specifically, the Property Tax Code). ADDITIONAL DUTIES. Other duties may be assigned. QUALIFICATIONS. A. Education. High school diploma or GED. B. Experience. Minimum of two (2) years experience in real estate appraisals or similar capacity. C. Education/Experience substitution. In accordance with County Policy. D. Licenses/Certifications. Must have a valid unrestricted driver's license. E. Other (e.g., post-offer medical exam, polygraph, background check, driver's license record, etc.). Background check and driver's license record; Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION: Knowledge: Principles and practices of personal property and real property appraisal; appraisal principles and techniques; construction and materials quality levels; blueprints, maps, and property descriptions; laws, regulations, and ordinances affecting appraisal processes; the real estate market and appraisal techniques; practices and procedures in valuation of both real and personal property; Business English spelling, grammar, punctuation and basic arithmetic;; general office practices and procedures. Skills: Answer telephone inquiries; research and analyze pertinent information and determine value; organize and prioritize various tasks; communicate effectively in oral and written form;; basic computer operation, use of applicable software, databases, spreadsheet applications; proper methods to maintain accurate records. Abilities: Operate general office equipment; establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with others. Compensation Range $21.16 - $31.74 Dona Ana County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to abide by all federal and state laws prohibiting employment discrimination on the basis of a person's race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, disability, serious medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, spousal affiliation, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other unlawful criteria, except where a reasonable Bona Fide Occupational Qualification exists. Dona Ana County will make reasonable accommodation(s) for the known physical or mental limitations of an applicant with a disability, upon request, unless the accommodation(s) would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the County. Please see for our Public Notice and to get the Testing/Interview Accommodation Request Form or call ... for assistance. Thank you for considering Dona Ana County as a potential employer. The information below is provided to assist you in successfully navigating the application process. The first step is to complete an employment application form. Only the information provided on this application is evaluated when determining compensation. It is important that you ensure your application reflects the correct and current information for your work experience, education, personal information, etc. After you apply for a position with Dona Ana County, there is a minimum qualification screening based on the requirements of the position completed by the county's HR staff. Applicants cannot proceed in the process if: -- Stated years of related experience cannot be verified within the work experience section of the application (e.g., not enough information provided, insufficient work history, experience listed is not applicable). -- Required education is not listed in the application. -- The application is incomplete in any capacity. -- The candidate only submits a resume. Dona Ana County does not utilize resumes during the recruitment process; however, you may use your resume to auto-populate portions of your application. HR department staff then forward the applications of candidates who meet the minimum qualifications to the hiring department. The hiring department will select applicants for interviews and proceed with the selection process. Due to the high level of interest in some of our positions, not all eligible applicants will be interviewed.