CHIEF APPRAISER

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs a variety of supervisory property assessment duties to assure accurate valuation of improved and unimproved residential and nonresidential properties of various classes for property taxation purposes. Directly responsible for the valuation of all commercial and special use properties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Tasks include but are not limited to: Oversees county-wide re-evaluation and reappraisal efforts and department projects as outlined by the County Assessor. Oversees and monitors the building permit process. Performs analytical reviews in relation to property categories and classifications. Supervises appraisal staff in the valuation of residential properties to include manufactured housing. Monitors performance of valuation projects assigned to appraisal staff. Assures quality and accuracy of the work performed by appraisal staff. Establishes calendar of activity and events to meet deadlines. Directs and performs the collection and statistical analysis of property sales. Takes responsibility for the valuation of commercial properties to include using the income approach, direct sales, cost approach, and discounted cash flow analysis. Establishes and adjusts neighborhood boundaries for the appraisal of real property. Supervises the management of appeals and makes presentations before the Property Valuation Protest Board. Conducts appraisal staff meetings on a regular basis (at least monthly). Take educational classes in pursuit of a New Mexico Certified Appraiser certificate that is issued by the Property Tax Division after the successful completion of four classes. Know and understand County Personnel Policy and all county and departmental policies pertinent to the position and perform all related work as required.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

This position performs under the general supervision of the County Assessor and/or Chief Deputy Assessor who may provide assignments and instruction, determine objectives, priorities and deadlines, and assists the employee with unusual situations. The employee uses own initiative and judgment to perform work in an independent and timely manner in accordance with precedents and established policies and procedures. Supervises the authorized number of employees in the Appraisal Department.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training/ Experience:

High School diploma or G.E.D. with four (4) years combined experience in commercial and residential appraisal.

Experience Substitution:

Up to two (2) years of college/48 hour's course work in related field can be substituted for two (2) years experience.

Licenses/Certification:

Valid N.M. driver's license with a good driving record.

Desirable Qualifications:

New Mexico Certified Appraiser.

Other:

Post offer Drug Analysis Test. NM driver's license, Employment and Criminal Background Investigation.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

Ability to read, write, and understand written and oral instructions. Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English. Must have working knowledge of personal computers and be able to acquire knowledge of appraisal software. Work independently using good judgment and decision-making skills. Work well with ever changing priorities and/or situations. Must be detail oriented and accurate, have strong organizational and public relations skills and be able to effectively safeguard confidential information. Interact with the general public and occupants of the county building in a professional and friendly manner. Work independently using good judgment and decision-making skills. Must be detail oriented and accurate, have strong organizational and public relations skills and be able to effectively safeguard confidential information. Employee must know and understand County Personnel policy as well as all county and departmental policies pertinent to the position. May require some out-of-town travel for training. This is an "at-will" exempt position and employee must work the required number of hours to perform duties without overtime compensation as a condition of employment.

Safety requirements:

This position must comply with all safety guidelines of Chaves County.

Physical demands:

This position requires a variety of physical activities, generally involving walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, carrying of light items, driving an automobile; sedentary work is approximately fifty percent (50%), typically requiring the employee to be able to sit comfortably to do the work; with approximately fifty percent (50%) work required outdoors. Frequent operation of a vehicle throughout the county and traverse rough terrain and uneven surfaces, as necessary. Frequent local travel within the boundaries of Chaves County is required in the course of job performance. Talking, hearing and seeing are essential to the performance of the job.

Work environment:

Work for this position performed approximately fifty percent (50%) indoors with approximately fifty percent (50%) work performed outdoors. The indoor work is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated and involves typical risks associated with an office environment that require normal safety precautions and safe work practices. Essential duties are performed outdoors under various weather conditions and fluctuating temperatures. The outdoor work surfaces are subject to wet or dry natural ground, uneven terrain, landscaped areas, or asphalt and concrete surfaces. This work involves typical risks associated with outdoor environment and weather conditions and requires normal safety precautions and safe work practices.