APPRAISER

JOB POSITIONSUMMARYUnder the general supervision of the Chief Appraiser and/or County Assessor/Chief Deputy Assessor, appraises residential and commercial properties for property tax valuation purposes in accordance with state statutes. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESTasks include but are not limited to: Performs appraisal of assigned real property parcels and manufactured homes including field inspection, data collection and entry, review and analysis of values and sales data.Applies accepted appraisal techniques to perform property appraisal functions.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.Performs mathematical computations to analyze transactions and perform basic statistical analysis.Measure and record dimensions of structures.Manages inquiries from assigned area from property owners concerning property valuation.Investigates and determines justification of value or needed correction.Assists the public in the office and in the field with other inquiries and concerns regarding assessed valuations, departmental procedures and/or state statutes regarding property valuation. Utilizes computer software and cost manuals to value properties in their assigned area.Utilizes maps to locate properties in their assigned area.Know and understand County Personnel Policy and all county and departmental policies pertinent to the position and perform all other duties as assigned.SUPERVISORY CONTROLSThis position performs under the general supervision of the Chief Appraiser and/or County Assessor/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. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION OTHER REQUIREMENTSKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Ability to read, write, and understand written and oral instructions.Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English.Ability to perform basic math calculations.Use and read a tape measure to record dimensions of structures.Must have working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications 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.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.Must be able to maintain an acceptable attendance record, be punctual and meet established deadlines.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 ability to 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.