Appraiser I at Richland County Government

Trondheim, , Norway -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Mar, 26

Salary

34.69

Posted On

29 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Property Appraisal, Customer Service, Data Entry, Field Inspections, Mathematics, Sales Analysis, Record Maintenance, Communication, Problem Solving, Real Estate, Clerical Work, Statistical Analysis, Zoning Knowledge, Legal Residence Applications, Building Permits, Deed Processing

Industry

Government Administration

Description

RICHLAND COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA CLASS DESCRIPTION CLASS TITLE: APPRAISER I ASSESSOR’S OFFICE GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASS The purpose of the class is to learn, understand and perform all duties necessary to accomplish in a timely and efficient manner the classification, appraisal and assessment of assigned residential and rural properties within Richland County; to provide professional customer service at all times; to maintain accurate and up-to-date appraisal records, and to perform related work as required. This class works according to set procedures under close supervision of the appropriate supervisor who reports to the Deputy Assessor – Appraisal and the County Assessor. ESSENTIAL TASKS The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the class as necessary. Regularly studies and reviews the Assessor’s Office training guide to learn the functions, policies and procedures of the department, as well as state laws applicable to the valuation and assessment of real property. Discovers, lists and values residential and rural property in Richland County for tax purposes. Reviews and processes deeds, building permits, zoning changes, lot change forms, condemnation notices, agricultural use / legal residence applications and problem forms; verifies information through field inspections to maintain accurate records for all assigned properties. Learns and conducts field investigations of properties; inspects, measures, calculates square footage; classifies new and existing structures to determine market values. Develops a working knowledge of the sales analysis and assessment ratio studies and statistics used to establish fair and equitable assessments. Maintains tax map book for assigned neighborhoods, updating information that may assist in the valuation process. Reviews property appraisals with taxpayers. Assists in investigating appeals of individual property values and, when necessary, assists in preparing cases for presentation to the Board of Appeals and the S.C. Administrative Law Judge. Receives and responds to inquiries from the public regarding property appraisal procedures, policies and methods. Maintains a variety of logs and records related to work assignments and inspection activities. Assists in maintaining property sales database. Assists with the reassessment process every five years. Performs work in accordance with safety policies and procedures. Performs general clerical work as required, including but not limited to preparing correspondence, entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, etc. Attends meetings, training courses, seminars, etc., as required to maintain state licensing requirements and to enhance job knowledge and skills. INVOLVEMENT WITH DATA, PEOPLE, AND THINGS DATA INVOLVEMENT: Requires summarizing, tabulating or formatting data or information in accordance with a prescribed schema or plan to facilitate the identification and extraction of useful information. PEOPLE INVOLVEMENT: Requires speaking or signaling to people to convey or exchange information of a general nature. INVOLVEMENT WITH THINGS: Requires handling or using machines, tools or equipment requiring brief instruction or experience, such as computers for data entry, fax machines, copiers, calculators, telephones or similar equipment; may service office machines, including adding paper and changing toner. COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS REASONING REQUIREMENTS: Requires performing semi-skilled work involving set procedures and rules but with frequent problems. MATHEMATICAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires using mathematics involving the practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions; or measurements, logarithmic or geometric construction. May use algebraic solutions of equations and inequalities; descriptive statistics; deductive geometry, plane and solid, and rectangular coordinates; mathematical classifications or schemes. LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Requires reading technical instructions, procedures, manuals and charts to solve practical problems; composing routine reports and specialized reports, forms and business letters with proper format; speaking compound sentences using normal grammar and word form. MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires doing specialized technical or entry-level professional work requiring general understanding of operating policies and procedures and their application to problems not previously encountered; application of specialized technical or professional principles and practices or the use of a wide range of administrative methods in the solution of problems; requires normal attention with short periods of concentration for accurate results and occasional exposure to unusual pressure. VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE PREPARATION VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL PREPARATION: Requires Bachelor's degree or education and training equivalent to four years of college education in real estate, business administration, finance or closely related field. SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Must begin the process of obtaining a S.C. Mass Appraisal license. Must possess a valid state driver’s license. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A minimum of one year experience in real estate, appraisal or related field preferred. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT REQUIREMENTS PHYSICAL AND DEXTERITY REQUIREMENTS: Requires light work that involves walking or standing much of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of mechanical or electronic office or shop machines or tools within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy. ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: The job risks exposure to extreme heat and/or cold, dusts and pollen, animals / wildlife, traffic hazards, construction site hazards. SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing and speaking ability, and color perception. JUDGMENTS AND DECISIONS JUDGMENTS AND DECISIONS: Responsible for guiding others, requiring a few decisions affecting a few co-workers; works in a stable environment with clear and uncomplicated written/oral instructions but with some variations from the routine. ADA COMPLIANCE Richland County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations. Compensation Range: $21.70 - $34.69 Thank you for your interest in employment with Richland County Government. Apply for an open position online by selecting the job title you are interested in and clicking the "Apply" link. If this is your first time applying online, you must create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account is established, you may begin completing your application. This application may be saved and used to apply for more than one job opening. The County only accepts applications for positions that are currently open and advertised. You are responsible for documenting all relevant qualifications in the appropriate section of the application. Do not list "refer to a resume", as resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a complete application. All prior work history must be listed on your application. Resumes are treated as supplements to the application only and will not replace any section of the application. Incomplete applications will be disqualified, even if a resume is attached. The application is the primary tool used when determining whether the minimum qualifications are satisfied, so be sure to complete all sections. Applications are due by the deadline noted on the job posting. You will be notified by email regarding the status of your application. The Human Resource Services Department is not able to provide status updates by telephone or email. Richland County is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

The Appraiser I is responsible for learning and performing the classification, appraisal, and assessment of residential and rural properties in Richland County. This includes conducting field investigations, maintaining accurate records, and providing professional customer service.