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About the Role

This is an entry-level training position for Residential Appraisers, responsible for learning the process of residential property and land appraisal work for tax assessment purposes. Work involves on-site inspections, data analysis, and determining property value under supervision. Incumbents must work towards accreditation by the Washington State Department of Revenue and pass the USPAP exam.

Responsibilities

• Inspect real property such as residential, condominiums, manufactured homes and farms for valuation.
• Determine fair market value using cost and market approaches; utilize computer assisted mass appraisal software (CAMA).
• Classify, measure, photograph and draw to scale structures or improvements.
• Explain pertinent rules and procedures to the public and justify valuations.
• Present arguments and justification for values before the Board of Equalization and the State Board of Tax Appeals.
• Use approved assessment procedures, equipment and reference materials.
• Analyze building permits, blueprints, maps, legal descriptions and new plats.
• Inspect and investigate all building permits for valuation.
• Compute values and maintain public contact via phone, letter, and in person.
• Canvass assigned areas to determine the existence of all taxable property.
• Update and maintain an accurate database of property characteristics.
• Assist management in training, review work performed by others, complete others' work in their absence, and assist others in their work.
• Maintain accurate and concise records and reports.
• Perform other related duties as required/assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Any combination of experience and training which displays an ability to learn and perform this work.
• Possession of a valid Washington Driver's License at time of employment.
• Must work towards full accreditation by the Washington State Department of Revenue within 2 years of hire date.
• Must pass the Uniform Standards for Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) exam.

Skills

• Knowledge of the types and quality of building construction.
• Knowledge of computer systems and software.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees and the public.
• Skilled in use of personal computer and related software.
• Ability to read, comprehend, interpret and uniformly apply statutes, rules and regulations applicable to property assessment.
• Ability to meet and deal with the public in a pleasant and courteous manner.
• Ability to represent the County in a professional manner.
• Ability to think and reason logically.
• Ability to accurately and effectively compile data from various sources, analyze data and prepare well-documented reports.

Location

• Spokane County

Work Type

• Regular
• Full-time

Experience Level

• Entry Level

Education Level

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Salary/Compensations

• $45,298.50 - $63,082.50 Annually
• $57,982 - $80,746 Annually (Total Compensation Estimate)

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability

About the Company

• Spokane County Assessor's Office is responsible for property appraisal for tax assessment purposes.

Equal Opportunity

• All County employees are responsible for contributing to a safe and positive work environment, actively demonstrating the County values in their daily work and interactions: Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Innovation.