Appraiser, Senior - Personal Property Division

What's your purpose? Have you considered investing in your community? Pinal County is a beautiful place that needs passionate people who want to help others and make a difference in their lives. Public service is a rewarding career choice; not only does it offer a strong sense of purpose, but it also benefits you financially. We may not be the most competitive in salary, but we provide great value to our employees, including highly sought-after retirement plans, paid sabbaticals every five years, and very affordable benefit costs. In the long run, Pinal County is an excellent choice to fulfill your passion and support your retirement! Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU. Apply today and find out why Pinal County is more than just a job. Read more about the position and see if it is a good match for you. We are growing so be sure to check out all of our other opportunities as well! An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work-Life Balance. Paid Vacation And Sick Leave 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One After Three (3) Years of Service, 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually After Five (5) Years of Service, 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years Two-Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service Three-Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service Four-Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service Four-Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions

• Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit! Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans
• Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium Cost Dental and Vision Plans Comprehensive Wellness Program Quarterly Wellness Challenges Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite Vaccination Clinics Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi Tuition Reimbursement Program Alternative Work Schedules Telehealth Qualified Employer•Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program•Department of Education Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options Civil Service Leave Van Pool Options Short-Term Disability•Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance•Employer Paid Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance Additionally, collaborate with a talented team committed to making Pinal County an outstanding place for residents and staff.

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JOB SUMMARY

Perform senior level technical functions in the appraisal, analysis, and verification of commercial, business, residential, and personal property for the Pinal County Assessor's Office and research, evaluate, and verify market value for complex and unusual property appraisals under basic supervision. Provide customer service, respond to inquiries from property owners and the general public regarding property appraisal process, values established, and laws governing the valuation of property and perform duties within the scope of authority and training and in compliance with County policies. Research, analyze, and verify the accuracy of technical documentation for appraisals and appeals and compile, validate, and present research information and resulting conclusions. Review and process complex technical documents, which describe real property, boundaries, attributes, and ownership, including business assets and affidavits of affixture for mobile homes and generate reports as required. Research licensing reports and conduct searches for business openings and closures and update database. Conduct on-site inspections of various types of property including new and existing residential property and structures, mobile homes, and agricultural, business, and commercial property and land. Interpret and apply statutes, DOR guidelines, and standard appraisal procedures to determine fair market value for residential, commercial, and personal property. Develop fair and equitable assessment of residential, commercial, industrial, and personal property located within the County for ad valorem tax purposes using cost, market, and income approaches to value.. Determine type, quality, and condition of property and verify and document property characteristics. Provide technical and/or functional supervision of new or less experienced Appraiser.. Select the appropriate guidelines in applying general policy and procedures. Process data collected and enter information into specialized software application databases. Initiate and process tax roll corrections. Review technical documents and other records to evaluate data quality and accuracy. Review research findings on appeal cases with County staff and attorneys before court sessions, hearings, depositions, and conferences, assist in developing defense and negotiation strategies, and assure action items are completed. Defend appraisal work to property owners, tax representatives, attorneys, accountants, the Department of Revenue, Board of Equalization, Arizona Tax Court, and other jurisdictions and review and process petitions as required. To promote and adhere to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation. Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records and restricted County information. Perform other related duties as required.

POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES

Defend property values and classifications through the administrative review process. High school diploma or GED equivalent. Two (2) years of Arizona property appraisal experience. Appraiser Level 2 certification from Arizona Department of Revenue (DOR) at time of hire. Arizona residents must have a valid Arizona Driver's License upon hire; newly established Arizona Residents must have one within 30 days of hire. Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements. Knowledge of state laws governing the appraisal function, including Arizona Department of Revenue regulations, agricultural laws, and Arizona Corporation Commission statutes. Knowledge of procedures and standards governing the appraisal of property, including statutory deadlines and appeals procedures. Knowledge of geography, roads, and landmarks of County and surrounding areas. Knowledge of principles of record keeping and records management. Skill in interpreting and applying laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances. Skill in compiling, researching, and analyzing property data. Ability to prepare and maintain accurate appraisal records. Skill in using office productivity software. Skill in using specialized computer software applications, including CAMA (Computer Aided Mass Appraisal), GIS (Geographic Information System), OnBase (Document Management), APEX, Eagleview (Pictometry) and other proprietary systems. Ability to perform accurate data entry and mathematical calculations. Ability to provide effective customer service and deal tactfully and courteously with the public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is light and requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. The work also requires the ability to balance, climb, finger, walk, perform repetitive motion, operate motor vehicles, hear, speak, and demonstrate mental and visual acuity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands. The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and treating others with respect. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration and may impact your future Pinal County applications. The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval. All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply. However, visa sponsorship is not available. Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT). Pinal County requires pre-employment screening, which includes a Motor Vehicle Record check, a comprehensive background check (encompassing employment, education, and criminal history), and drug testing for safety-sensitive roles. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify candidates from employment. Employment offers are contingent on successful pre-employment screening. If driving is a requirement of the position, you must have a valid Arizona State Driver's License in accordance with Arizona State Law. Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this description.