Appraiser II
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Appraiser II
Salary
$47,689.00 - $55,943.00 Annually
Location
MI, MI
Job Type
Certified-Regular Civil Service
Job Number
20240113202002OCFOJS
Department
Off Chf Financial Officer
Opening Date
07/16/2024
Closing Date
7/25/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
7100-Senior Accountants Analysts and Appraisers As
Description
Benefits
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Description
Be a Part of the City You Love!
The Office of the Chief Financial Officer - Assessors division is accepting applications for an Appraiser II position.
Position Summary
The Appraiser class performs paraprofessional appraisal work requiring an understanding of State, County, and City laws and regulations and an understanding of the requirements and standards accepted and distributed by professional appraisal organizations. These positions require technical knowledge and skill in the application of the principles, practices, and techniques of appraisal. In addition, Appraisers may be required to be licensed or certified by the State. Appraisers are responsible for conducting annual assessments of residential, commercial, personal, and industrial property to maintain the tax rolls so the City can levy and collect property taxes.
Examples of Duties
Determines taxability and value of properties using methods such as field inspection, structural measurement, calculation, sales analysis, market trend studies, and income and expense analysis
Inspects properties, considering factors such as market value, location, and building or replacement costs to determine appraisal value
Explains assessed values to property owners and defends appealed assessments at public hearings
Prepares and maintains current data on all real and personal property parcels regardless of taxable status, including maps of boundaries, inventories of land and structures, property characteristics, and any applicable exemptions
Establishes uniform and equitable systems for assessing all classes and kinds of property
Inspects new construction and improvements to existing structures and estimates building replacement costs using building valuation manuals to determine values
Writes and submits appraisal reports for public record that outline methods by which the estimations were made and meet appraisal standards
Completes and maintains assessment rolls that show the taxpayer of record, the unique parcel identifier, the legal description, the taxable status, the property class, the current assessed, SEV, and taxable values
Applies one or more of the basic valuation approaches to appraise a variety of properties such as single-family homes, standard office space, or unimproved vacant lots
Reviews appraisal reports written by Appraisers covering properties with well-defined boundaries and uses. Properties are clearly comparable with others in terms of type, location, use, and other similar characteristics.
Researches, evaluates, and advises realty specialists on specific aspects of properties, such as estimating standard construction costs or rental rates, or conducting highest and best use studies for properties with limited, readily apparent uses; Analyzes trends in sales prices, construction costs, and rents, to assess property values or determine the accuracy of assessments; Reviews information about transfers of property to ensure its accuracy, checking basic information on buyers, sellers, and sales prices and making corrections as necessary
Conducts regular reviews of property within jurisdictions to determine changes in value due to new construction, additions, demolitions, and/or market conditions
Identifies the ownership of each piece of real and personal property
Interviews landowner, tenants, and others, and observes and inspects properties and improvements to secure adequate and accurate descriptions required for the appraisal of properties history and zoning classification
Explains assessed values to property owners and defends appealed assessments at public hearings
Investigates and resolves taxpayer complaints, City Council Petitions, and request for property tax exemptions and abatements
Defends assessments at all levels of appeal as needed
Utilizes Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) software, Geographic Information Systems, and Aerial and Street Level Photography to automate the valuation process
Assists in the preparation of petitions, assessment forms, and appraisal records
Processes Personal Property Statements
Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Education
For all Appraisers, it is a requirement to have completed High School graduation or General Educational Development (GED) certificate.
Experience
For entry into the Appraiser position, no work experience is required; however, the minimum education requirements must be met. One year of experience involving Real Estate appraisal is preferred but not required. Appraisers must demonstrate proficiency with integrated word processing and spreadsheet functions.
For selection, appointment to an Appraiser level II, in addition to the minimum education requirements, more progressive levels of experience are required based on the following:
Appraiser II - at least two (2) years of experience
Equivalency
Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Supplemental Information
Evaluation Plan
Interview: 70%
Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%
Additional points may be awarded for:
LRD: 07/11/2024
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:
HEALTH
INSURANCE
Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.
PAID TIME OFF
Sick Leave
Vacation
Holidays
OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,
RETIREMENT BENEFITS
City Employees Retirement System
As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:
Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or
At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);
An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.
ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.
Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens
