Marshall County Job Description

Appraiser Trainee (Real Property)

Department: Revenue Job Code: 315

Reports To: Appraisal and Mapping Administrator DOT Reference: 188.167-010

Date: November 2007

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Summary

Measure and list all types of residential, farm and light commercial properties located within the county. Assist in the performance of field appraisals and the calculation of values for all types of residential, farm and light commercial properties using procedures in the Alabama Appraisal Manual.

Essential Job Functions

A. Conduct field appraisals on real property located within the county

1. Drive to properties to conduct field appraisal work

2. Note new construction using property record cards (PRC's) and property maps

3. Measure new additions to houses and other buildings

4. Note new additions to existing dwellings and other structures

5. Annotate PRC's for possible deletion of any dwellings or buildings that have been torn down or burned

6. Note obvious building depreciation changes

7. Measure new buildings and make sketches

8. Check property splits and line changes, noting improvements to each parcel

B. Perform other miscellaneous appraisal duties

1. Perform calculations on dwellings, barns and other structures

2. Make scaled corrections and additions to sketches on PRC's

3. Organize parcels for field review

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Knowledge of mathematics to include addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and percentages as needed to compile construction cost data, measure buildings, calculate property record cards, calculate land and building area, market values, assessed values and taxes

2. Knowledge of basic geometry and basic statistics

3. Ability to communicate in writing to include proper usage of English, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and business writing to prepare letters, memoranda, reports and forms

4. Ability to communicate orally with individuals such as co-workers, taxpayers, taxpayer agents, government officials and attorneys in order to obtain and provide information

5. Ability to read and comprehend maps, records, deeds, financial reports and other correspondence

6. Ability to accurately file documents and records

7. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with taxpayers and coworkers

8. Ability to operate standard office equipment including calculator, fax machine and copier

9. Ability to operate a computer and software such as database, spreadsheets and word processing as needed to compile and analyze data

10. Ability to operate field mapping and appraisal equipment

11. Ability to operate a motor vehicle

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of college level courses (Associate Degree preferred) in business administration, accounting, taxation, law, property valuation or related fields with a strong background in mathematics or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior appraisal training and/or closely related experience may be considered in lieu of college education.

Other:

· 21 years of age

· Valid driver's license

· Must successfully complete within 24 months of employment date the following Alabama Department of Revenue Property Tax Education and Certification Program courses: Alabama IIa - Alabama Appraisal Manual (Residential and Agricultural Properties), and IAAO 101 - Fundamentals of Real Property Appraisal

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job classification. All incumbents may not perform all job duties listed, and some incumbents may perform some duties that are not listed. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description.