Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

SALARY: Starting at $44,290(commensurate with experience).

SUMMARY: This is an entry-level position in the Residential Assessment Department collecting and verifying data from residential real property for ad valorem appraisal purposes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The duties of the Residential Real Estate Field Appraiser I include but are not limited to the following :

• Measure and draw improvements; record construction type, shape, condition, age, and other relevant data and notes; and classify improvements in accordance with the current office standard reference manual. Use office Computer-Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) system and Geographic Information Technology (GIS) valuation tools to aid in this process.
• Read blueprints or floor plans of residential homes to ascertain accurate measurements of improvements as needed.
• Utilize digital imagery technology in partial fulfillment of the statutory requirements to inspect property once every five years.
• With the assistance of a trainer, perform field inspections on residential properties. After the initial training, the appraiser will be required to accurately be able to identify improvements, measurements, structural elements, additions, alterations, or demolitions to existing buildings to existing or extra features. The appraiser will also perform periodic inspections in compliance with Florida Statutes.
• Investigate and respond to inquiries from property owners or their legal representatives to explain methods, procedures, and policies with respect to the valuation placed on vacant or improved residential real estate parcels in Orange County, FL.
• May be required to conduct damage assessments in coordination with federal and state emergency management offices during the aftermath of local disasters such as hurricanes or tornadoes. Contingencies such as these may require after-hours or weekend duty to identify damaged property.
• Assists with presentations to be made to the Value Adjustment Board (VAB) as needed.
• Performs minor safety and operational checks on assigned agency vehicles (i.e., gas level, safety devices, tire pressure check, etc.).
• Assists with the training of other Field Appraisers as needed. Assists other departments when necessary. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position does not have direct reports.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• AA Degree or AS degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration or related field preferred.
  • Substitution: Two years of experience as an appraiser in a government assessment office or two years of experience as a private real estate appraiser, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-specific competencies.

• Experience working in real estate appraisal and/or residential construction is preferred.
• Familiarity with Orange County, FL, and the ability to read maps for navigational purposes is preferred.
• Must be able to operate and use standard office equipment. Should be familiar with and able to utilize a personal computer and standard office software including Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Must have and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License and clean driving record.
• Must be able to work in the field and tolerate the extremes of weather conditions common to Central Florida.
• Must possess the personality and temperament necessary for working under stress in dealing with the public.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred, but not required.

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