NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Senior Appraiser
Olympia, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$51.47/hr - $68.47/hr
3+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Senior Appraiser to join the Thurston County Assessor’s Office, which values real and personal property for tax purposes. The role involves appraising residential and commercial properties, conducting field inspections, and maintaining accurate property records.
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Responsibilities
Performs extensive research and analysis of sales within the assignment area and throughout the County for development of trends and depreciation schedules
Prepares maps with property, sales, and zoning information; reviews aerial photos to establish property boundaries, land characteristics, and structure locations
Locates, inspects, and classifies properties according to quality and important characteristics. Estimates the market value for each property for assessment purposes based on market analysis
Participates in developing appraisal procedures, organizing and completing special appraisal projects
Defines neighborhood boundaries for computer-assisted appraisals. Maintains computer database of parcel information for land and building valuations. Updates sales reports
Prepares Assessor's written responses to property owners' appeals to the County Board of Equalization or the State Board of Tax Appeals
Coordinates and prepares special sales reports
Participates in training and guiding other appraisers and appraiser assistants in their work
Requests and verifies information on income producing residential properties
Contacts property owners to verify sale price, type of financing, and parties involved
Explains and supports the appraisals to the public
May participate on the MAS Team for training assignments
May determine the value of industrial, farm, business, or other equipment or machinery
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with major course work in business, economics, finance, real estate, or statistics, and Washington State sponsored or professionally approved courses in real or personal property appraisal
Must achieve Real Property accreditation from Washington State Department of Revenue within one year of appointment. Prior to appointment, applicant must have successfully completed IAAO Courses 101 and 102 or equivalent course work
Three years of experience in appraising property for equitable valuation. Additional applicable experience can substitute for education on a year-for-year basis
Ability to utilize a personal computer and applicable software to successfully perform the essential job functions of the position
Current Washington State Driver's License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation
Preferred
A high level of understanding and ability in math, statistics, & computer operations
Benefits
Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle.
Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family.
Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn paid vacation in addition to paid holidays.
Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program which allows full-time public service employees who have made qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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