Residential Appraiser II

Job title: Residential Appraiser II

About the Role

The Residential Appraiser II manages field review procedures to collect accurate property data by reviewing documents and verifying locations using GIS and aerial imagery. You will analyze sales and gather market data to determine property values and adjust cost and market models through CAMA methodologies, including pricing land, defining neighborhoods, and addressing taxpayer inquiries professionally, with support at hearings.

What You'll Do

• Drive to multiple property locations throughout the day, often exiting and re-entering the vehicle to perform data collection tasks.

• Inspect physical characteristics of buildings on various residential properties.

• Confirm property location using field documents, aerial imagery, and GIS maps.

• Measure buildings of different sizes, performing complex calculations for larger properties.

• Identify primary building uses and special features of improvements on the parcel.

• Capture clear digital images of properties and parcel improvements.

• Enter updates to parcel data into the client-approved CAMA system.

• Verify sales information for accuracy in the CAMA system and maintain personal production records to meet productivity targets.

• Analyze market data, focusing on sales transactions, to support property valuation using the Cost, Income, and Sales Comparison Approaches (primarily cost and market).

• Complete other tasks, including the final review and valuation of unique residential properties.

• Communicate professionally with the public to explain the purpose of visits and answer questions.

• Represent the company and client respectfully, addressing public inquiries or referring them to a supervisor as needed.

• Train and lead residential staff when required.

• Adhere to company policies, including those on safety, equal employment opportunity, business ethics, and anti-harassment, as outlined in the Employee and Safety Handbooks.

• What We're Looking For

• High School diploma or equivalent work experience.

• Real estate and/or appraisal experience required; experience as a Residential Data Collector is preferred but not required.

• Obtain and maintain required certifications as specified by the jurisdiction.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to research and resolve valuation issues accurately.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for accurate property data collection.

• Ability to work independently or collaborate effectively with a team.

• Proficient in reading maps and determining the exact location of properties.

• Ability to visualize and understand floor plan layouts.

• Must have reliable transportation and carry personal liability insurance for the vehicle used for work.

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license issued by the state of residence.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), GIS-based software, and statistical software such as NCSS and SPSS preferred.

• Travel up to 25-50% as part of the role.

• Nice to Have

• Residential Data Collector experience preferred.

• Experience with NCSS, SPSS, GIS-based software and statistical tools.

• Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive benefits to support health and financial wellness for you and eligible family members.