Appraiser 2

Description

Employees usually two days remote once trained, based on business needs

Why It's a Great Opportunity

You will play an integral role in guiding the Residential Team to meet it's mission to fairly and efficiently value property throughout Pierce County. Which will help collect revenue to fund public services throughout Pierce County.

Why It's a Great Department

The Assessor-Treasurer's Office is responsible for the mass appraisal of real and personal property in Pierce County for purposes of assessing property taxes. Our mission is to fairly and efficiently value property and collect revenue to fund public services throughout Pierce County. Adding over one billion dollars of New Construction value to Pierce County tax rolls each year, we are a team dedicated to serving the citizens of Pierce County. As our motto states, "Better every day", if you believe you have what it takes to be a part of our team, then look no more! To learn more about us please visit our website .

The Assessor Treasurer's Office is widely respected for their high level of integrity, teamwork, and positive interactions with taxpayers and other governments. We offer a stable work environment and competitive salary and benefits package as well as the opportunity to be a part of an organization that cares about its customers and employees.

We have a very good team of young and experienced members that are a wealth of knowledge to ask questions. In, turn, you will get feedback throughout the process and be able to adapt to the training plan as needed. Mix of office and field work. Opportunities for growth.

As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.

How To Be Successful In The Role

Quality control system to check work, note errors and corrections. Established pattern of increasing knowledge and capability during probationary period. Listen and learn quickly, then begin working independently.

Your Future In This Role

They will play an integral role in guiding the Residential Team to meet it's mission to fairly and efficiently value property throughout Pierce County. Which will help collect revenue to fund public services throughout Pierce County.

Core Daily Responsibilities

• Assist in the mentoring and or training of subordinate appraisal staff.
• Responsible for Mass Appraisal of properties that could include real and/or personal property.
• Select and apply any combination of complex appraisal techniques applicable and necessary to the accuracy and defensible determination of property values.
• Responsible for gathering and verifying land and building characteristic data, including quality of workmanship and materials and its amenities in relation to surrounding properties.
• Perform extensive research and analysis of sales.
• Gather and analyze income and expense data on income producing properties.
• Accurately record data on field record forms.
• Accurately draw scale plans of buildings using current office software.
• Prepare and present evidence of fair market value for hearings before the County Board of Equalization and State Board of Tax Appeals and may attend hearings to present data documenting the appraisal process; and may testify as a fact and/or expert witness on behalf of the Assessor-Treasurer’s Office for administrative and court cases on valuation issues.
  
  

A classification description with a more detailed list of essential function can be found here .

Qualifications

RECRUITING REQUIREMENTS:

• Two or more years of experience as real or personal property appraiser, And
• Accreditation by the State Department of Revenue as a Real Property Appraiser is required.
• Additional related education or experience may substitute year-for-year for the minimum requirements.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• College level course work or experience in statistical analysis.
• Successful completion of a Pierce County background investigation is required prior to employment.
• A valid Washington State Driver's License is required.
  
  

Supplemental Information

To Be Considered For This Opportunity Please

• Complete and submit a detailed online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to: www.piercecountywa.org/jobs .
• If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at PCHRRecruit@piercecountywa.gov and specify the Job Number and Title.
• If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
• Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.
  
  

This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County's needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments, phone screen, and interviews.

At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a place people are proud to call home?