Job Description

Overview May be filled as Appraiser or Appraiser Trainee depending on qualifications. Salary Ranges: Appraiser Trainee - $24.91 - $34.87; Appraiser - $65,956.80 - $92,310.40 Applications are reviewed on a regular basis and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. 0-3% Merit upon successful completion of the probationary period and 0-3% annual merit increases thereafter based upon evaluation score. Benefits include: No Nevada state income tax Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employee Retirement System is (PERS), 36.75% employer-paid. Employees do not contribute to FICA and the County exclusively contributes 100% to your retirement account. Vacation: Accrued at the rate of 4.6154 hours per pay period, or 120 hours per year (increase with years of service). Sick Leave: Earned at the rate of 3.6923 hours per pay period, or 96 hours per year. Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year. Health Insurance: County provides medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and dependents with co-payment by employee dependent and/or family status. Deferred Compensation: the County has a voluntary deferred compensation program Recognition Programs Annual Gym Membership Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Stable, friendly/family environment. Fosters internal talent with training/educational programs and encourages career advancement. Douglas County is a drug, alcohol and smoke-free workplace. Description Responsible for performing a wide variety of appraisals of real and personal property for tax assessment purposes; substantiates appraisals before taxpayers and/or the Board of Equalization. NOTE: An employee cannot remain in a Trainee classification after two (2) years of date of employment. Reads and interprets a variety of maps and aerial photographs, locates and identifies all taxable, real and personal property using prescribed procedures to classify uses, character, and quality of construction for determining official property valuation in the County through on-site field inspections. Collects general, specific and comparative data; interviews members of the general public and other government offices in gathering information that affects the value of real or personal property; collects and assembles market sales data, analyzes and interprets information; inventories all taxable real property. Establishes value of residential, commercial, agricultural, historic and industrial real properties of moderate complexity; classifies property to determine the extent of taxability; handles subdivision analysis and commercial and industrial properties; collects vacant land sales and interprets information. Establishes the appraised value of real or personal property using a cost, income or comparative sales approach, as appropriate; calculates agricultural and historic deferred tax liens; provides the Treasurer's office with split parcel values after roll close on parceled properties; prepares an appraisal report detailing the process used to establish the value of the property. Provides assistance as necessary to the other Appraisers in determining appraised values; provides training to new and/or less experienced Appraisers in appraisal techniques, statutory requirements and other position requirements and responsibilities; functions as a Review Appraiser. Prepares for, and appears at, County or State Board of Equalization appeal hearings; defends the assessed value of personal or real property and the methods used to establish value through presentation of maps, narrative and written documentation. Participates in the preparation of the secured and unsecured assessment roll including maintaining data and assisting in the preparation and verification of accounts; maintains knowledge of, and performs, all appraisals according to NRS guidelines and professional appraisal practices. Receives, reviews, verifies and processes declarations of value; estimates values when declarations are not received; audits title companies for compliance; explains appraisals and the valuation process to public contacts in the field, office, and over the telephone. Monitors and records declarations for aircraft; conducts on-site inspections for tie-downs and hangars; monitors declarations, appraises for value, and processes tax information for mobile homes; assists in billing and collection of appropriate taxes. Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

For Appraiser Trainee: Two (2) years of college level course work in finance, construction technology or a field related to the work; OR one (1) year of experience in work which has involved the appraisal, assessment or valuation of real or personal property; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid Driver's License.
• Must obtainState of Nevada Appraisers certification within two (2) years of date of employment.

For Appraiser: Bachelor's Degree in business administration, or a closely related field; AND two (2) years of appraisal experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid Driver's License.
• State of Nevada certification in Real or Personal property, as appropriate for the position.

Required Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of: Principles and practices of real and/or personal property appraisal. Real estate markets and transactions. Nevada revenue and taxation codes and county regulations governing the appraisal of personal, commercial, industrial, residential and special purpose properties. Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment. Office record keeping principles and practices. Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation. Techniques for dealing with the public, in person and over the telephone. Financial record keeping and accounting principles and terminology. Concepts and terminology related to real or personal property appraisal and taxation. Concepts, materials and terminology related to building construction. Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained. Skill in: Analyzing, interpreting, verifying and explaining real and personal property appraisal data. Determining and assigning accurate and equitable fair market value to property for taxation purposes. Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials. Organizing and prioritizing work and meeting critical deadlines. Understanding and following oral and written directions. Maintaining accurate records and files. Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines. Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities. Dealing successfully with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment; strength and agility to lift and carry up to 20 pounds and traverse construction sites and uneven terrain; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Work is subject to performance under adverse weather conditions.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background/screening. Douglas County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS, with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made. This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Douglas County (NV)

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