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Appraiser II (RFT)

Government Jobs, Palmer, Alaska, United States, 99645

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This position is responsible for the appraisal of real and personal property and assists in the analysis of market data for applying values to real and personal property that reflect current market indicators. Work is performed and duties are carried out in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Borough core values: Accountability, Customer Focus, Dedication, Integrity, Responsiveness and Teamwork. Pay Grade

O1 - O5 - DOE Minimum Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent. Associate degree or any combination of post-secondary education, which provides the expertise required to perform effectively the functions of the position, may substitute for the years of experience on a year-for-year basis. Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the occupational field, sufficient to understand the major duties of the position, and to be able to answer questions and resolve problems. Such experience includes appraisal, real estate, construction trades or construction management. Hands-on knowledge of materials, construction techniques, and building systems. Property management or development: Familiarity with property value influences. Real estate sales or brokerage: Knowledge of market values, comparable sales, and local trends. Possession of or ability to obtain an Alaska Certified Assessor/Appraiser Level 1 designation or equivalent as recognized by the Alaska Association of Assessing Officers within one (1) year of hire. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Alaska for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical and background check. Completion of Incident Command System (ICS) courses, ICS 100 and IS 700, within ninety (90) days of hire. Duties/Responsibilities

Collects market data and assists in the analysis of residential, commercial, industrial, and personal property to determine and establish assessed value. Locates, measures, photographs, and inventories residential, commercial, industrial and personal property; interviews property owners to verify interior components and property conditions. Assists in the statistical analysis of ratio studies through statistical testing utilizing the coefficient of dispersion; absolute deviation; mean, median, weighted mean, coefficient of variation, and price related deferential. Communicates with the general public by phone, email, and in person to answer questions, explain the assessment process, and resolve issues and conflicts. Confirms and presents written and oral defenses of assessed values at quasi-judicial hearings before a panel of board members. Reviews, analyzes, and interprets fee appraisals, brokers' opinions of values, and other appraisal documents presented in support of assessed values. Responds and assists the Emergency Operation Center in assessing property affected by disasters. Performs related duties.