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Brown County, MN

Full Time Appraiser I

Brown County, MN, New Ulm, Minnesota, United States, 56073

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Accredited Minnesota Assessor is to list, value and classify all types of property for ad valorem tax purposes. Additional duties include tasks necessary to carry out the implementation portion and maintenance of the assessment process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

View all property in quintile – up to 800 parcels per year – residential, agricultural, commercial/industrial and multi‑family, agricultural and exempt properties.

Study and analyze sales information to determine, together with the County Assessor, the assessment plans.

Review time‑trend data from the Department of Revenue to determine appropriateness. If not appropriate, work with the County Assessor and PTCO for appeal.

View, measure and grade new construction – residential, agricultural, commercial/industrial and multi‑family, agricultural and exempt properties.

Verify homestead status.

Value and classify property for ad valorem tax purposes.

Attend Local Boards of Review.

Communicate orally with taxpayers, process correspondence.

Perform special appraisals for disputed properties, generally for Board of Review.

Process property splits, combinations and new plats.

Conduct assessment of mobile homes countywide.

Complete perimeter maps and township average reports for the Department of Revenue and adjoining counties.

Maintain good public relations with county staff, taxpayers, and business professionals.

Thorough knowledge of Minnesota property tax laws and assessment programs.

Maintain appropriate level of education for licensure.

Maintain knowledge and utilization of the CAMA and GIS systems.

Work closely with local assessors on new construction and changes in township values annually.

Other duties as assigned or apparent.

Qualifications

Associate Degree in real estate, statistical analysis, or business.

One year post‑secondary education plus three years related experience.

Minimum three years related background experience in real estate, appraisal processes, statistical analysis, or human relations.

Equal or equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.

Requirements

Must obtain licensure as an Accredited Minnesota Assessor within four years of becoming licensed as a Certified Minnesota Assessor.

Continued education: 50 CEH’s, including Ethics and PACE course every four years.

Computer proficiency (MS Word, Excel, GIS, etc.).

Good interpersonal communication and public relations skills.

Ability to work under heavy workload and meet statutory deadlines with accuracy and strict attention to detail.

Physical ability to perform quintile visits and sales analysis within the district.

Resilience to criticism while maintaining a professional attitude.

Valid driver’s license, current insurance, and reliable transportation.

Ongoing training to stay current with changing statutes and technology; attend regional workshops.

Regular attendance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Clerical and accounting functions, Microsoft Office Suite, computer database operation.

Interpret a variety of written or oral instructions.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Excellent mathematical and computation skills.

Knowledge of real estate law and local government procedures.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Ability to work under limited supervision with general autonomy.

Exceptional organizational skills.

Consistency under heavy workload and deadlines with accuracy.

Position Details Grade 8 with an entry hourly wage range of $28.98 to $32.50, DOQ.

Equal Opportunity Employer Brown County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and affirmative action provider.

Benefits

Vacation:

Accrual rates: 101.66 hrs up to 4 years; 130 hrs for 4–8 years; 157.30 hrs for 8–12 years; 185.38 hrs for 12–16 years; 201.50 hrs over 16 years.

Sick Leave:

8 hours per month for full‑time employees.

Paid Holidays:

New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, President’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day (Observed), Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day.

Health Insurance:

Full‑time employees may choose single or family coverage; eligibility begins the month after employment starts.

Life Insurance:

$20 000 term life, $20 000 AD&D.

Retirement:

PERA contributions; employees must participate as directed; contribution rates vary with position.

Variable Benefits (elective):

Dental, Vision, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, HSA, FSA, 457(b) deferred compensation, Roth IRA, Supplemental Life, AFLAC plans.

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