Residential Field Appraiser II
Residential Field Appraiser II
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Summary
With a growing portfolio of residential property parcels King Countys Department of Assessments is looking for interested applicants to apply for the Residential Appraiser II position to develop models lead teams and determine true and fair value of residential property for tax-assessment purposes. Just like the industry leaders in our region we are looking for action oriented creative thinkers who are able to multi-task and bring their technical skills and desire for excellence to this role. This position is integral to our commitment to be one of The Best Assessment Departments in North America. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF ASSESSMENTS
An award-winning leader and innovator in government property assessments with 210 employees and an annual budget of over $37 million the department administers King Countys property valuation and assessment process. The Assessors Office has a significant impact on the funding received each year by a wide range of important County public services. The agency uses innovative business intelligence tools and cutting-edge technology to be more efficient with current resources and provide value-added services to taxpayers. The Department of Assessments has collaborative partnerships with 155 separate taxing districts and 39 cities. To learn more please visit our website at: DutiesTHE OPPORTUNITY: The most qualified applicants will be able
- To function as a team lead coordinating a group of Residential Appraiser Is and serving as a trainerconsensus builder workload facilitator and resource.
- To coordinate test lead and train the team in utilizing new technology and applications.
- To utilize statistical modeling tools for analysis and documentation.
- To collaboratively assure consistent fair and equitable appraisals.
- To develop calibrate test and lead the implementation of regression models and other approaches to the valuation of a universe of properties.
Are You....
- Anaction-oriented creative thinkerwithstrong analytical communicationandinterpersonal skills
- Passionate about data and modeling with a keen sense and understanding on how to use data to improve operations
- A strong team leader with collaboration training and team-building skills and can you motivate and lead change
- Organized and attentive to detail with a strong customer focus and a genuine interest in the appraisal of real estate
- Technologically savvy Can you successfully use Microsoft products and business tools
- A Planner and can you manage your time as a team lead and the time of your team to maximize potential
Experience Qualifications Knowledge Skills
WE ARE LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES WITH:
- Strong organizational analytical communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work well within a collaborative team environment.
- Customer focuswith a dedication to integrity ethics trust and values.
- Demonstrated understanding of the effect of market influences on the valuation of waterfront complex high value properties urban and rural neighborhoods and environmentally impacted properties.
- Working knowledge of multiple regressionoutput and reliability indicators together with other appraisal tools as they relate to model building for uniform property assessments.
- Ability to read and understanddepartmental and county procedures legal documents RCW and WAC rules jurisdictional policies and detailed property records.
- Proficiency and ease in usingbusiness productivity tools and cutting-edge technology in your everyday work; (We use iPads Microsoft Office Suite and other assessment related tools).
- Exceptional listening skillsand the ability to keep up with evolving business needs through flexibility and rapid integration of new concepts.
- Confidence in making decisions with problem solving time management and organizational skills.
- Willingness to train and develop appraisal skillsfor your team peers and other DOA staff.
Any combination of education and/or experience that clearly demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the duties of the position above and to include:
- One (1) year of residential mass appraisal experience within the last five (5) must be supplemented with:
- Sixty (60) hours of real estate appraisal education
- Successful completion of a statistical modeling class or the ability to successfully complete the class within the first six (6) months of hire.
Acceptable appraisal courses may be sponsored by Washington State Department of Revenue IAAO The Appraisal Institute National Association of Independent Fee Appraisers or other major appraisal organizations and accredited colleges.
The following are required as a condition of employment as a Residential Appraiser II:- Possession of an Assessors Accreditation Certificate as required by the state of Washington or the ability to successfully obtain accreditation within the first twelve (12) months of employment;
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Washington State Driver License; and
- Successfully complete background and reference checks and pre-employment physical examination.
Supplemental Information
Forbes named King County as one of Washington States best employers.
Together with leadership and our employees were changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a differenceCome join the teamdedicated to serving one of the nations best places to live work and play.
Guided by our True North we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting support and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply including Native American and people of color immigrants refugees women LGBTQ people living with disabilities and veterans.King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race color religion national origin sex (including gender identity sexual orientation and pregnancy) age genetic information disability veteran status or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions including but not limited to recruitment hiring selection for training promotion transfer demotion layoff termination rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position please follow the application instructions carefully.A resume and cover letter and answers to the supplemental questions are required. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. If you have any questions or need accommodation please contact Alicia Warren at or by phone at .
The applicants who meet the required minimum qualifications and indicate through an analysis of their submitted application materials that they possess the most competitive background in direct and recent job-related experience knowledge skill abilities and training may be called for further selection processing. Additional selection process analysis may include but is not limited to written and performance exams written work submittals web-based/online examinations oral panel and/or manager interviews.
Employment Type
Full-Time
