Appraiser's Assistant

This job posting is only for candidates that are NOT current employees of Sandoval County.

Department:
Assessor's Office Pay: $17.90-$21.59 Close Date:

Under close supervision, performs appraisal assistance and support functions for the Assessor’s office; assists in conducting appraisals, on-site inspections, data entry of appraisal information into property records, title research, and processes notifications to property owners; assists taxpayers or refers them to other appraisal staff; performs other related appraisal duties; and other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

A High School Diploma/GED Certificate from an accredited institution and three (3) months experience performing general office work, field support, surveying or construction; preferably in real estate appraisal or related office or field setting. Required Licenses or

Certifications:

Valid New Mexico Driver’s License.

Additional Requirements:

International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO) I certification (course 101) is required within two (2) years of hire or as approved by the department preferred.

Position reports to the Appraisal Supervisor or Reappraisal Supervisor depending on the area of assignment. Does not exercise supervision over lower level staff.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. In area of assignment:
Under supervision, utilizes effective appraisal methods and analytical practices; assists in determining values; makes on-site inspections of new construction and existing property to assist in the appraisal and classification of property for ad valorem tax purposes; assists with other projects as assigned/directed. Assists appraisers in updating and maintaining files of property record cards, deeds, and other related appraisal correspondence; works closely with staff in mapping to obtain legal descriptions, acreage, maps, and ownership information;

takes photos of structures to ascertain property changes; contacts representatives of state, county and federal government, private concerns, Realtors, property owners and others as needed to secure information in the appraisal of real property; works with appraisers on sale values on transactions by contacting title companies to ensure the proper sale price is reflected; notifies authorized representative’s office when their documents have incorrect legal descriptions;

assists in the appraisal of personal property and manufactured mobile homes. Measure, draw, sketch and maintain photographic records of basic and custom property improvement dimensions; collect descriptive and analytical information with respect to area of responsibility; verify and maintain quality of workmanship to ensure accurate assessment information sharing with appraisers. Looks up building permits for properties throughout the county; enters permits utilizing the assigned information system;

and works closely with the appraisal staff during the protest period to enter appropriate and accurate protest information into system. Enters data into computer appraisal database regarding changes in records such as property values. Enters permits & sales affidavits. Enters property model components. Sketches properties into system. Corresponds with general public concerning matters of values, deeds, title, probate, exemptions and other related issues/assessment questions;

explains the different types of documents needed and required.

Real estate market and appraisal techniques, practices and procedures in valuation of real property. Reading and understanding various building plans and distinguishing between the quality of construction and materials. The local area including the Albuquerque Metro Area, Sandoval County, Rio Rancho, as well as submarkets that…