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The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforcededicated to delivering exceptional service to its residents. If you arepassionate about joining an inclusive team of public servants please considerthe following opportunity.

The Residential Property Appraisers inspect residentialproperties for sale permit and valuation review.

CAREERS WITH THE MILWAUKEE ASSESSORS OFFICE

What an exciting time to be part of Milwaukees renaissance!With approximately 160000 properties in the City of Milwaukee the AssessorsOffice has a significant task in completing its annual assessment. TheAssessors Office comprises a professional diverse team whose job is toaccurately and fairly value all taxable property in compliance with legalrequirements and to provide services to the public other city departments andpublic agencies. If you are someone who enjoys performing field work meetingnew people learning about Milwaukees varied neighborhoods serving thepublic using state-of-the-art technology and being part of a helpful team a careerwith the Milwaukee Assessors Office may be just what you are seeking! Inaddition to rewarding work team members enjoy excellent benefits varietyflexibility and educational and promotional opportunities. Consider a careerwith the Milwaukee Assessors Office!

IMPORTANT NOTE: The names of eligible candidates whosuccessfully complete the selection process will be placed on the highest-leveleligible list for which they qualify.

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Appraisal and Inspection

• List and appraise residential properties within the City of Milwaukee.
• Inspect property (residences and buildings) new construction and significant improvements to existing structures to establish value.
• Prepare documentation of completed inspections.
• Classify property by its use according to the Assessors Office standards.
• Gather information about properties by communicating with buyers and sellers fielding sales and obtaining other economic information necessary to estimate market values of real property.
• Determine the validity of sales for use in modeling.
• Review permits and update data to reflect changes in properties.
• Maintain all departmental forms reports and records.

• Must be able to see details of properties during inspections.
• Must be able to physically access field locations to observe and record physical property characteristics relevant to assessment; this includes ascending and descending stairs and walking on uneven surfaces.
• Must be able to physically lift and move up to 10 pounds unassisted on occasion.
• Must travel and perform field work throughout the City of Milwaukee.
• Must withstand variable indoor and outdoor environmental conditions such as temperature changes rain and snow.
• Must be able to shout to be heard above surrounding noise levels.

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1. Valid drivers license and access to an adequately insuredvehicle at the time of appointment and throughout employment. Private autoallowance may be paid pursuant to Section 350-183 of the Milwaukee Code ofOrdinances.

Residential Property Appraiser 1:

1.Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university;

OR

An associate degree in real estateor a related fieldfrom an accredited college AND two years of professional experience in propertyassessment property appraisal or real estate sales;

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Four years of full-time experience in property assessmentproperty appraisal or real estate sales.

2. Successful completion of a real estate valuation course froman accredited college or university within one year of employment and as arequirement for passing probation.

3. Certification by the State of Wisconsin at the PropertyAppraiser level or higher under the State Assessors Certification Programwithin 90 days of appointment throughout employment and as a requirement forpassing probation.

Residential Property Appraiser 2:

1. Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university ANDone year of professional experience in property assessment property appraisalor real estate sales;

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An associate degree in real estateor a related fieldfrom an accredited college AND three years of professional experience inproperty assessment property appraisal or real estate sales;

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Five years of full-time experience in property assessmentproperty appraisal or real estate sales.

2. Successful completion of a real estate valuation course froman accredited college or university at the time of appointment.

3. Certification by the State of Wisconsin at the PropertyAppraiser level or higher under the State Assessors Certification Program at thetime of appointment and throughout employment.

Successful completion of Waukesha County Technical College(WCTC) Course 194-110 Introduction to Property Assessment or equivalent at timeof appointment.

Successful completion of one (1) IAAO One Day ForumWorkshop or equivalent at the time of appointment.

Residential Property Appraiser 3:

1. Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university ANDtwo years of professional experience in property assessment property appraisalor real estate sales including experience defending valuation before a boardcommission or other third-party reviewer;

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An associate degree in real estateor a related fieldfrom an accredited college AND four years of professional experience inproperty assessment property appraisal or real estate sales includingexperience defending valuation before a board commission or other third-partyreviewer;

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Six years of full-time experience in property assessmentproperty appraisal or real estate sales including experience defendingvaluation before a board commission or other third-party reviewer.

2. Successful completion of a real estate valuation course froman accredited college or university at the time of appointment.

3. Certification by the State of Wisconsin at the PropertyAppraiser level or higher under the State Assessors Certification Program at thetime of appointment and throughout employment.

4. Successful completion of Waukesha County Technical College(WCTC) Course 194-110 Introduction to Property Assessment or equivalent at timeof appointment.

5. Successful completion of IAAO Workshop 158 Highest and BestUse or equivalent at the time of appointment.

6. Successful completion of two (2) IAAO One Day ForumWorkshop or equivalent at the time of appointment.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may beconsidered.

NOTICE:Please do not attach your academic transcriptsto your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidateseducation as part of the background screening process prior to extending anyjob offers.

• Ability to provide interpretation in Spanish Hmong or another language.
• Property Assessment Certification from an accredited college.
• Successful completion of two International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO) assessment-related courses.
• Successful completion of two IAAO workshops.

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Technical

• Knowledge of the principles methods and techniques of real property assessment and valuation.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics such as addition subtraction multiplication and division.
• Knowledge of the materials and methods involved in the construction and repair of houses and buildings.
• Ability to efficiently use computer applications and software such as Microsoft Excel Word and Outlook.
• Ability to use equipment such as a scanner copier digital camera and phone.
• Ability to learn and use job-specific databases and software programs.
• Ability to read maps and travel throughout the City of Milwaukee.
• Knowledge of safety principles and situational awareness.

Residential Property Appraiser 1:

The current salary range (PG 2HN) is $62069-$83952annually and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukeeresidents is $64552-$87311 annually. Appointment above the minimum ispossible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subjectto approval.

Residential Property Appraiser 2:

The current salary range (PG 2IN) is $66414-$89560 annuallyand the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $69071-$93038annually. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level ofexperience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.

Residential Property Appraiser 3:

The current salary range (PG 2JN) is $71062-$95390 annuallyand the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $73905-$99206annually. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experienceand other qualifications and is subject to approval.

BENEFITS The City of Milwaukee provides acomprehensive benefit program that includes the following:

• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Onsite Clinic Services
• Onsite Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Tuition Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Commuter Value Pass