We are searching for an experienced Senior Residential Appraiser - Appraiser to join our passionate team at Sedgwick County in Wichita, KS.
Growing your career as a Full Time Senior Residential Appraiser - Appraiser is a fantastic opportunity to develop excellent skills.
If you are strong in problem-solving, creativity and have the right personality for the job, then apply for the position of Senior Residential Appraiser - Appraiser at Sedgwick County today!
Department: Appraiser
Pay: $43,710.68 Annually
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sedgwick County offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes health coverages, paid leave, regular compensation reviews, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. For more detailed information, please visit our benefits page at SCBenefits .
The Senior Residential Appraiser is responsible for properly discovering, listing, valuing, and defending appealed property values for the residential real property parcels in Sedgwick County. This is accomplished through properly applied mass appraisal techniques in accordance with directives, guidelines and education promulgated by Kansas State Statutes and the Kansas Department of Revenue/Property Valuation Division, the International Association of Assessing Officers, the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practices, office policies, and procedures. This position has formal and informal training for the duration of one year after hire. Position holders are required to have all formal training and certificates within the one-year timeframe as class availability allows.
Data collection and Orion database maintenance of residential real property characteristics.
Verify real property data characteristics with digital imaging technologies and on-site inspections for all residential properties through sales reviews by preserving the proper sales files to generate accurate values. Maintain open communication with other residential staff members concerning any problematic issues during data collection. Perform other types of data collection for damage assessment, building permits, field checks, maintenance inspections or agricultural inspections when needed. Train other appraisers when needed for any type of data collection. Conduct valuation appeal meetings
Provide a high level of customer service while conducting Informal Equalization and Payment Under Protest appeals. Be able to explain full the property values and the appraisal process to the property owners and/or their representatives. Mentor and train less experienced staff on how to conduct valuation appeal meetings. Conduct Board of Tax Appeal Hearings both Small Claims and Regular Division when needed. Conduct field checks that were a result of a Payment Under Protest Meetings with property owners or property owner representatives. Annually assign appraised values for residential real property
Develop a final opinion of market value for each parcel of property as assigned. Review all appropriate market information to establish accurate appraised values utilizing market models. Reconcile final value estimates by reviewing various approaches to value. Mentor and train less experienced staff on assigning appraised residential real property values. Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Two years of new construction, real estate, appraisal, appraisal appeals, or drafting experience. Has the ability to successfully complete the required International Association of Assessing Officers and the Property Valuation division courses within one year of hire date. Must have a vehicle registered in the State of Kansas to use on a daily basis. Must provide proof of valid vehicle insurance with current coverage in the State of Kansas. Must have a current valid non-restricted Kansas driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in the areas of business, real estate, new construction, or a related field.
Years of Experience: Three years of new construction, real estate, appraisal, appraisal appeals, or drafting experience. Have one of the following professional designations: Residential Evaluation Specialist (RES), Registered Mass Appraiser (RMA), Assessment Administration Specialist (AAS), or Certified Assessment Evaluator (CAE).
It is the policy of Sedgwick County not to discriminate in its programs or services provided to the general public, including employment and all other activities, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, disability, veteran status or any other similarly protected status. Sedgwick County is committed to making the application, interview, and pre-employment testing process accessible to persons with disabilities. If you wish to volunteer information regarding any special assistance you may need, please notify Human Resources by phone at Show phone number, TDD (Kansas Relay at 711 or Show phone number). Do not use this phone number for employment questions. This number is provided only for those requiring ADA assistance. You will be contacted should the department feel that you are a qualified candidate.
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