Job description

Timothy E. Parker, C.F.A.
Putnam County Property Appraiser
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Phone: 386/329-0286 ● Fax: 386/329-0447 ● Website: pa.putnam-fl.com

JOB DESCRIPTION: FIELD APPRAISER

NOTE: THE PROPERTY APPRAISER’S OFFICE IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Progressively responsible work making technical determinations through the analysis of factors affecting property and land values, as well as determination of the fair market value in accordance with statutory provisions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Performs limited field evaluation duties in the implementation of the appraisal program.
2. Researches records such as zoning classification, legislative resolution, variances, deed restrictions, special permits, and folios.
3. Compiles sales data from various sources. Equalizes data by comparison with similar transactions.

Utilizes findings to estimate market value.
4. Reviews section maps, plats, surveys, sketches, aerial photographs and various other documents of a technical and/or legal nature.
5. Assists in the appraisal of specialized types of land. Calculates allowances for depreciation and obsolescence.
6. Contacts property or landowners and obtains information for use in evaluating the property or land.
7. Advises property and landowners concerning methods and procedures used in determining property values and appraisal techniques.
8. Conducts inspection of agricultural lands and classifies property to reflect the operation.
9. Calculates property values through use of electronic data processing equipment.
10. Compiles records necessary for reviewing building and land appraisals including building permits, blueprints, maps, zoning classification, legislative resolutions, variances, deed restrictions, special permits, and folios.

11. Measures perimeter of structures. Draws sketches to scale both manually and utilizing computer software. Computes area and perimeter of structural improvements.

12. Reviews property records and other data for physical characteristics, area development, accessibility, population trends, transportation, schools, community facilities, and compliance with zoning and related regulations.

13. Assists land owners in researching and locating their property.
14. Investigates automatic homestead exemption denials and fraudulent applications.
15. Investigates solid waste petitions and reclassifies non‐livable improvements based upon the findings.
16. Attends and is available for testimony at Property Appraisal Value Adjustment Board.
17. Physically posts property and attempts to locate landowners subject to tax sales.
18. Performs office‐related work as required.
19. The employee is part of the Damage Assessment Team for Putnam County and may be required to report for work immediately after a natural disaster.

(These essential job functions are not be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.
Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Ability to gain knowledge of real estate appraisal methods and techniques.
2. Ability to gain knowledge of the statutes and ordinances governing appraisal of real property.
3. Ability to gain knowledge of general land values and land use characteristics in the County.
4. Ability to gain knowledge of legal descriptions, metes and bounds descriptions, and related means of locating property from County maps.
5. Ability to make rapid and accurate mathematical calculations.
6. Ability to answer questions tactfully and give information to the public.
7. Proficient in Microsoft Office software and possess general computer literacy.
8. Able to meet specific deadlines with a minimum amount of supervision.
9. Employee may be, under unusual circumstances, required to drive their vehicle in the position and will be reimbursed on a per mile basis every two weeks; possession of reliable transportation is required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalence diploma.
2. Two (2) years experience in land development, construction, building trades, materials, real estate, or related fields.

(A comparable amount of training, education, or experience may be substituted for the above minimum qualifications.)

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS

1. Possession of a valid Florida driver’s license
2. Employee must be able to obtain a CFE (Certified Florida Evaluator) designation within two (2) years after employment.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS

1. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
2. Walking, standing.
3. Acceptable eyesight and hearing (with or without correction).
4. Driving
5. Able to lift approximately 40 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

1. Works inside and outside in varying weather conditions. The Property Appraiser’s policy restricts all forms of smoking including e‐cigarettes, vapors, and chewing tobacco.

(Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability)

ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $30,000 ‐ $35,000

DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATION: Open to Filled

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY VETERAN’S PREFERENCE/ADA/E‐VERIFY EMPLOYER

AT WILL STATEMENT

Employment at the Putnam County Property Appraiser’s office is on an “at‐will” basis. It may be terminated at any time, with or without cause by either the employee or the employer. It is not guaranteed, contracted or promised for any length of time. No person other than the Putnam County Property Appraiser has the authority to alter the at‐will status of your employment or to enter into any employment contract with you.
The Putnam County Property Appraiser reserves the right to change, amend, or revoke rates of pay, terms and conditions of your employment and job offers at any time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30,000.00 - $35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office
• Outdoor work

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you a Veteran?
• Do you have any real estate experience?
• Do you have any construction or building experience?
• Do you like working both outside and in an office?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• Certified FL Evaluator (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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