Appraiser

Overall Job Objective

Description

Pinal County is growing FAST and undergoing so much positive change! We need passionate people to come join our team and help us make Pinal County the best place to live and work in the country!
If you have never considered working in government, take a look at what we offer here at Pinal County; we invest in you and your future:

• A team of amazing people who are committed to making Pinal County a great place for its citizens and its employees
• Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From; Some with Zero Employee Premium Cost
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Telehealth
• Retirement Plans with Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!
• Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the Dept of Education
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Paid Vacation And Sick Leave
• Ten Paid Holidays
• Civil Service Leave
• Van Pool Options
• Short-Term Disability - Employer Paid
• Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid
• Paid Sabbaticals After 15 Years of Continuous Service
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses
• Employee Assistance Program & Wellness Program
• Suite of Voluntary Benefit Options including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness and Cancer Insurance

Working at Pinal County is more than just a job, its a career, its a community, and its an investment in your future.
Read more about the position and see if it is a good match for you:


Notice to Applicants:
The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position
funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval

Example of Duties

• Provide customer service, respond to inquiries from property owners and the general public regarding property appraisal process, values established, and laws governing the valuation of property, and perform duties within the scope of authority and training and in compliance with County policies.
• Apply County policies and procedures to determine fair market value for residential and personal property.
• Develop fair and equitable assessment of residential and personal property located within the County for ad valorem tax purposes and for proper classification of taxable property and improvements.
• Conduct on-site inspections of various types of new and existing residential land, property, and structures.
• Determine type, quality, and condition of property and verify and document property characteristics.
• Process data collected and enter information into specialized software application databases.
• Review and process technical documents, which describe real property, boundaries, attributes, and ownership.
• Review technical documents and other records to evaluate data quality and accuracy.
• Review and maintain parcel information and maps for County departments and public agencies.
• View carrying capacity for verification of state and the Bureau of Land Management leased by owner or tenant.
• Conduct overview of acreage in place for rancher or farmer, place parcels in agriculture worksheet, and verify that the property is in system correctly.
• To promote and adhere to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) years of property appraisal, construction, real estate, mortgage title, and/or customer service experience.
• Appraiser Level 1 certification from Arizona Department of Revenue (DOR) is required within one year of hire at time of hire.
• Driver's License with Arizona Driver's License within 30 days of hire.
• Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.

Supplemental Information

• Knowledge of state laws governing the appraisal function, including Arizona Department of Revenue regulations.
• Knowledge of procedures and standards governing the appraisal of property.
• Knowledge of geography, roads, and landmarks of County and surrounding areas.
• Knowledge of principles of record keeping and records management.
• Skill in compiling, researching, and analyzing property data.
• Skill in preparing and maintaining accurate appraisal records.
• Skill in using specialized computer software applications.
• Ability to perform accurate data entry and mathematical calculations.
• Ability to provide effective customer service and deal tactfully and courteously with the public.