Assessor , Property Repost

GRADE

STD
0014

LOCATION OF POSITION

SDAT
- Somerset County Assessments office
11545 Somerset Ave
Princess Anne, MD 21853

To appraise residential real property at fair market value for use in the calculation of real property taxes.

• Inspects residential real property and records technical details of property to update & maintain departmental property records following established guidelines as defined in the Maryland Assessments Procedures Manual.
• Prepares & conducts appeal hearings at the Supervisor, Property Tax Assessment Appeals Board & MD Tax Court levels to defend the department's estimate of value following procedures described in the Maryland Assessment Procedures Manual.
• Records & technical data into the Assessment Administrator & Valuation System (AAVS) to maintain & update departmental property records in accordance with Departmental procedures.
• Analyzes existing market data & applies standard appraisal techniques to determine the value of land or buildings in accordance with the Annotated Code of Maryland Tax Property Article and the Maryland Assessments Procedures Manual.
• Interviews property owners by telephone and in person to gather and verify assessment related information following established procedures.
• Determines current and base full cash values for residential new construction following established procedures using the AAVS and other property valuation tools.
• Inspects new residential construction and records technical details of property for the purpose of adding new improvements to the assessment following established procedures.
• Provides assessment related information to the general public to explain assessment valuation techniques, departmental and local office policies and legal mandates regarding property valuation.

Experience:

Four years of appraisal experience involving the valuation of real property.

Note:

Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.

Desired and Preferred

• Experience using appraisal-related software or computer systems to analyze property data and support real property valuation activities
• Knowledge of property inspection methods, data collection, and basic valuation techniques.
• Ability to analyze real estate data, including comparable sales and market trends.
• Experience using computer systems or appraisal-related software to support valuation activities.
• Ability to follow established appraisal standards, policies, and procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for documenting valuation findings.

This position is located in Somerset County.

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

• Generous Paid Time Off:
  Enjoy 10 to 25 days of annual (vacation) leave per year (depending on seniority), 15 days of sick leave, 6 personal days, and 11 paid state holidays.
• Family-Friendly Policies:
  Eligible employees receive paid family and medica leave to care for a child within six months of birth or adoption.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage:
  Access to affordable medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans for you and your dependents.
• Retirement & Pension:
  Secure your future with the State's defined benefit pension plan (vested after 10 years) and optional supplemental retirement savings plans.
• Financial Wellness:
  Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent daycare costs.
• Work-Life Balance:
  Many positions offer flexible work schedules and teleworking opportunities.
• Student Loan Assistance:
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