Job Description

Full job description

Apply By:

08/24/24

Division:

Assessor Division

Management Level:

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Benefit Eligibility:

This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

As the Residential Appraiser you will perform a variety of work in appraising residential lands, buildings, and other improvements for tax purposes. With minimal supervision the Residential Appraiser is responsible for completing field investigations, research, and documentation to support valuations for residential property for ad valorem purposes, come rain or shine. Works with customers regarding the assessment processes and appeals and testifies in appeals cases.

The ideal candidate has a real estate background and appraisal experience and represents the County in a professional manner both in the office and in the field, and especially while utilizing county vehicles.

This is a great opportunity for someone who has a passion for real estate and is dedicated to the opportunity to obtain an Ad Valorem licensure, as the County will cover the cost of registration for classes. In return, the Residential Appraiser must be willing to make a personal investment, dedicating themselves to becoming a subject matter expert in this field to pass the test and obtain an Ad Valorem licensure within 12 months of hire. The candidate must also have the proven ability to move between diverse tasks with ease, and must thrive in a fast-paced, professional environment.

Schedule: This position initially operates in-office and on-site in support of our customers and to complete a 12-month in-person training period. Due to the nature of the position, hours of work and schedule may change with the elected officials and any policy updates.

Compensation:

Anticipated Hiring Range: $27.10 – $28.36 USD Hourly ($56,368.00 - $59,000 USD Annually)

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills.

Benefits: Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedules, remote work options and more. For more information, click

here

for our Total Rewards summary.

Essential Duties:

• Participate as a member of a team of appraisers to perform field investigations and appraisals of residential property to establish values for ad valorem taxation. Ensure compliance with current statutory requirements. Measure and inspect property to determine classification. Gather data pertinent to listing of structures and land property. Study building plans, information pertaining to sales, and specifications to obtain data regarding size, type of construction and other factors which affect property value. Inspect sites to ascertain stage of completion or development. Prepare a variety of worksheets and reports, such as sales ratio analysis, model analysis, inventory worksheets, and appraisal sketches. Perform appraisals of fire damage, demolition, physical deterioration, functional obsolescence, and economic obsolescence of various real improvements. Perform calculations of value, applying market approaches to valuation.
• Answer customer inquiries. Assist customers in an effective manner by phone, in person or through correspondence. Use office equipment, software programs and other tools to enter, store and/or retrieve information and to assist customers. Establish and maintain information records. Retrieve information when requested.
• Prepare reports as directed. Ensure completion by specified deadlines and in accordance with established regulations, goals, and objectives.
• Confer with taxpayers, accountants and attorneys to explain tax laws, assessment procedures and appeals.
• Prepare reports for hearings. Testify at hearings, as necessary.
• Develop knowledge of market trends, costs and other factors affecting values of property.
• Assist in training. Share knowledge and information with group members and supervisors.
• By position may perform leadwork, including assigning tasks and work distribution, mentoring, providing process and procedure guidance, and providing input into performance. Provides training on systems, data entry procedures, public and government websites, property value appeals at all levels, and other leadwork duties as assigned.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Minimal Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED, plus one or more years work experience in appraisal, real estate, or similar, or an equivalent combination of education & experience.
• Licensure as an Ad Valorem Appraiser by the Colorado Board of Real Estate Appraisers within 1 year of hire.
• Completion of State of Colorado division of Property Taxation's Introduction to Assessment or comparable course within one year of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two or more years work experience in appraisal or real estate, or related field
• Preferred - Current appraisal license.
• Preferred - Related Specialized Training or Appraisal coursework
• Mountain appraisal experience is a plus.
• Colorado driver's license within 90 days of date of hire.

Additional Job Information:

• Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.
• Must have a valid driver's license. If you are from out of state, you must obtain a valid Colorado driver's license within 90 days of hire date. In order to be approved, you must have no major violations in the past three years and must maintain a good driving record.
• Please note that supplemental questions requiring a written response will serve as a writing
• Current Jefferson County employees must apply through their employee profile in Workday.

How to Apply:

Applications will be accepted electronically at

Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities

.

Applicants complete an online form and have the option to provide a resume and detailed cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for the position. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team regarding next steps. To view the status of your application or direct communication from the hiring team, please log into your

candidate portal

.

For more details on the recruitment process, please visit

Questions:

• County Recruitment Team: 303-271-8400 or

  CareerTalent@Jeffco.us

• Library Recruitment Team: 303.275.6168 or

  talent@jeffcolibrary.org

• Sheriff Recruitment Team: 303.271.5332 or

  sheriff.recruiting@co.jefferson.co.us

Education:

GED, High School Diploma

Experience:

Work Experience: Minimum one year

Certifications:

Languages:

Category:

Budget & Financial Services

Job Tags

Remote job, Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Work experience placement, Flexible hours,

Similar Jobs