Data Collector Or Appraiser II - Residential

Description

The Arapahoe County Assessor's Office has an opening for a Data Collector or Appraiser II depending on qualifications and experience.

Data Collector:

Performs a variety of technical duties associated with the collection and analysis of descriptive data relating to residential property; conducts property valuations for assessment purposes.

Appraiser II:

Performs a variety of technical duties associated with the collection and analysis of descriptive data relating to residential property; conducts property valuations for assessment purposes. This is the developmental level within the Appraiser series and is distinguished from the Data Collector (Appraiser I) level by the assignment of more complex appraisal duties and independence of action.

NOTE:

• The anticipated hiring range for the Data Collector is $22.50 - $28.13 per hour dependent upon qualifications and experience.

• The anticipated hiring range for the Appraiser II is $25.20 - $31.50 per hour dependent upon qualifications and experience.

• This position will be located at the Littleton Office, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, CO 80120.

Duties

Data Collector Duties:

• Assists in the performance of various routine field audits of construction or land use sites to gather data for assessment purposes.

• Verifies and updates maps, processes appraisal forms, inputs collected data into computer.

• Conducts visual inspections of sites to ascertain and/or verify stages sites of completion or development, notes quality and type of materials utilized, projects use of land.

• Performs field inspection on property to obtain and/or verify information for appraisal records.

• Checks maps, legal descriptions and/or building permits to verify site locations and address against appraisal forms.

• Sketches building exteriors and/or site boundaries on information cards and indicates dimensions, performs periodic updates to reflect additions, completions, and/or site use and zoning changes.

• Determines full potential value of site and prorate partial value for assessment purposes.

• Process various appraisal forms, includes reviewing for completeness and accuracy, posting appraisal information, compiling property information and tabulating data, and performing mathematical computations to verify accuracy and completeness.

• Computes land valuations to project assessment value using income, cost and market valuing approaches.

• Performs mathematical computations including computing simple fees and/or taxes, determining square footage, percentages, fractions or decimals using standard formulas and readily available data.

• Updates and maintains assessment files, filing and retrieving cards, letters, and other documentation.

• Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with internal and external contacts/members.

• Ability to operate and learn computer systems related to appraisals.

Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

• Ability to learn property appraisal procedures, methods and techniques.

• Knowledge of accounting/math principles and practices.

• Knowledge of building design, construction, materials, cost and depreciation applications, and count land value, uses and zoning.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to work under stress and meet all deadlines.

Appraiser II Duties:

• Responds to inquiries from the public concerning residential appraisals; explains and discusses applicable laws, codes, and procedures with property owners and/or their representatives; may assist the public in completing appropriate forms.

• Assists taxpayers with issues, during the statutory protest period, through the use of maps, field reviews, sales analysis, and automated data.

• Prepares cases for senior appraisal staff to present to the Board of Equalization and the Board of Assessment Appeals, at all levels of the appeals process.

• Performs property research and land analysis in preparation for court defense of valuations.

• Conducts studies of current market data, time adjustments, land base rates and adjustments, sales ratios and sales verification.

• Meets with supervisors and peers to discuss issues associated with changes and/or revisions to tax laws and codes, appraisal techniques, and departmental procedures.

• Provides training to entry-level personnel.

• Performs various field audits on small to mid-sized residential properties to gather data for input into assessment processes.

• Utilizes a variety of mathematical and statistical appraisal models including market values, and State Division of Property Taxation standards, to ascertain correct and uniform appraisals for use in the computation of assessed value.

• Records appraisal data and assists with the final adjustments to determine equitable property values.

• Periodically updates field data to reflect additions, completions, and/or site use or zoning changes; may determine potential full value of site and then pro-rate to partial value for assessment purposes.

• Participates in the processes of reevaluation in order to comply with changing state law, market data, and property classifications.

• Conducts sales verifications including interviews and deed research to qualify or disqualify sales as reflective of market value.

• Conducts various appraisal processes including posting appraisal information, posting sales on maps, compiling information and tabulated data, and performing mathematical computations to verify accuracy and completeness of the appraisal.

Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

• Knowledge of property appraisal procedures, methods, and techniques; considerable knowledge of building design, construction, materials and County land values, uses, and zoning.

• Considerable knowledge of existing assessment laws and regulations as they apply to appraisal techniques and valuations; ability to translate/apply laws and regulations to property assessment.

• Computer literacy involving Microsoft Office and CAMA systems.

• Ability to read and interpret maps, blueprints, and legal descriptions.

• Ability to work under stress and to meet deadlines.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, property owners, professional representatives, contractors, developers, other employees, and the general public.

• Work in this position is standardized and is characterized by a multitude of operations to achieve results; considerable analysis and correlation of facts is required. Appraisals are checked upon completion, and impact of errors should be minor, requiring minimal time to trace and correct.

Behavioral Competencies (these are required for all positions at ACG):

Service First

Excellent Quality

Responsive Government

Visionary Thinking

Innovation

Caring Leadership

Effective Communication

Fiscal Responsibility

Requirements

Education and Experience:

Data Collector:

• High School Diploma or GED required. This position anticipates progress toward certification in the appraisal field.

• Associates Degree emphasizing accounting, finance, economics, construction management, business administration, or a related field preferred.

• No prior experience required

Appraiser II:

• Bachelor's Degree, emphasizing accounting, finance, economics, construction management, business administration, or a related field, or a year for year substitution for experience in the mass appraisal field.

• One (1) year of experience as an Appraiser I (Data Collector).

• An equivalent combination of education and work experience that satisfy the requirements of the job may be sufficient.

Supplemental Information

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

• Possession of a valid Colorado Class "C" driver's license, or the ability to obtain within two (2) weeks of appointment. Responsible for the safe operation of a County vehicle.

• This position requires successful completion of pre-employment background and motor vehicle checks.

• Real Estate Appraisal License.

• Completion of Colorado State Division of Property Taxation "Appraiser II" courses or similar accredited courses.

• Work in this class is characterized by working from detailed instructions; course of action is controlled by precedent and regulation; work is reviewed in progress and upon completion

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is generally performed in the field and requires moderate exposure to weather elements and the hazards associated with new building construction.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position.

• Upright or walks 90% of the time while in the field.

• Utilizes full scope of visual capacity in order to conduct appraisal processes and operate automated equipment.

• Constant use of eye, hand, and finger coordination enabling performance of appraisal duties and the operation of relevant equipment.

• Spends 50% of the time sitting and 50% of the time either upright or walking.

• Occasionally lifts, carries, pulls or pushes up to 20 lbs.

• Uses cart, dolly, or other equipment to carry in excess of 25 lbs.

• Occasionally stoops, kneels, balances, reaches, crawls and crouches while performing office or work duties.

• Verbal and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication through automated devices, such as telephones, cell phones, etc.

• Constant use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of automated office machinery or equipment.

• Visual capacity enabling constant use of computer or other work-related equipment.

Definitions:

Occasionally: Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.

Frequently: Activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.

Constantly: Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time.

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