Description
Appraiser II Position Summary:
Under the direction of the County Assessor, the Accredited Appraiser II is an experienced appraiser responsible for performing the full range of duties and responsibilities associated with appraisal process and in accordance with MN statutes and acceptable appraisal and assessment standards and practices. Positions assigned to this level can perform appraisals of all types of property as assigned by the Assessor; can provide assistance in the conduct and research or sales ratio studies; provide recommendations concerning department operational procedures; provide training,monitoring, assistance and review of less experienced appraisal personnel and staff; and providing assistance in the updating of the CAMA system and in hearing and addressing concerns, complaints of the public regarding valuations.
Appraiser III PositionSummary:
Under the direction of the County Assessor, Accredited Assessor SAMA assists with making decisions regarding valuing and classifying property for assessment purposes. The employee is assigned certain assessment jurisdictions including both previously appraised properties and new construction. Commercial/industrial and apartment assessments are also assigned. Expectations include planning and organizing the workload to complete assessments within set deadlines with organizational and advisory assistance from the Assessor. This individual will be expected to significantly contribute to defending his/her own valuations at tax meetings and at the counter and assist in other appraiser’s jurisdictions as necessary. Occasionally may participate in tax court appeal situations.
See full job descriptions on Brown County website
Requirements
Education:
Appraiser II:
Associate degree in real estate, statistical analysis or business; and
4-years related experience.
OR
Equal or equivalent combination of education/training/experience.
Appraiser III:
Associate degree in real estate, statistical analysis or business; and
6-years related experience.
OR
Equal or equivalent combination of education/training/experience.
Requirements:
Appraiser II & III:
Continued education requirements: 60 CEH’s to include Ethics and PACE course every 4 years.
Must have background in computer use, MS Word, Excel, and GIS etc.
Good interpersonal communications and public relations skills.
Ability to work under heavy workload and meet statutory deadlines with accuracy and strict attention to detail.
Be physically able to perform quintile and view sales within district.
Ability to withstand criticism while maintaining a professional attitude.
Must have valid driver’s license, current insurance and reliable transportation.
Ongoing training to stay current with changing statutes, technology and attend regional workshops.
Regular attendance.
Appraiser II:
Must maintain licensure as an Accredited Minnesota Assessor and work towards SAMA Certified Minnesota Assessor.
Appraiser III:
Must maintain licensure as an Accredited Minnesota Assessor SAMA Certified Minnesota Assessor.
Complete regional MAAO courses and certifications.
