deputy real estate assessor - Lynchburg, United States - City of Lynchburg, VA

Description

Salary: $72, $134,097.60 Annually

Location : Lynchburg, VA

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 03208

Department: City Assessor

Opening Date: 05/01/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Description

The City of Lynchburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Lynchburg is seeking a Deputy Real Estate Assessor to supervise the appraisal activities of the Appraisal staff, and review their appraisal methods and practices as prescribed by the City Assessor. Job responsibilities include but are not limited to assist the City Assessor in the appraisal of commercial and residential properties; prepare prescribed assessment performance measures, statistics and reports. Develop and direct the training of appraiser hires, review complaints, including those received by subordinate staff concerning re-valuations and make recommendations to the City Assessor, and review the appraisal activity in each area of the City with the City Assessor for general reassessment. This position requires a bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university supplemented by courses in real estate, economics, finance, accounting, law or a related field, and possession of a valid drivers licensed issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. A preferred candidate will possess a Certified General license with a minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience and/or a C.A.E. designation from the I.A.A.O.

Starting salary depending on qualifications.

about the benefits offered by the City of Lynchburg.
Essential Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.

• Supervises and mentors Appraisal staff
• Assists the City Assessor with the assessment of complex properties
• Assists subordinate staff with the presentation of appeals to B.O.E.
• Performs quality control checks of the work of appraisal staff per office procedures
• Ensures assessments are fair and equitable as required by I.A.A.O. and U.S.P.A.P. standards
• Ratio studies and statistical analysis to ensure equity and equalization
• Facilitates updates of CAMA software
• Calibration of M & S cost tables on a biennial basis
• Assists with the development of market rents and expenses for each income-producing property type
• Maintains, develops, and revises office systems for tracking progress goals
• Values a mixture of residential and commercial properties
• Provides an overview of the Assessment process to civic groups, et al.
• Special projects as determined by the City Assessor
• Other duties as assigned

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment
• May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position
• Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.
• When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

• Demonstrate competency in role
• Stay up to date on changes to State and Local Tax Codes that affect real estate assessment process
• Maintain good working relationship with staff, public, and other City departments

Minimum Education and Experience Required

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in a business-related field and or 5 years of experience in a related profession
• Three or more years in a supervisory role within the Appraisal profession
• Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser License from Commonwealth of Virginia

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity working with C.A.M.A. systems; especially Proval
• VA licensed Certified General/State Licensed Appraiser and/or Designated Candidate in Appraisal profession

Additional Requirements

Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia and acceptable driving record according to

Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment. May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position.

The City offers an array of benefits combined with direct salary/wages in order to establish a total compensation package that supports the City's goals of attracting, rewarding, and retaining employees who are both representatives of the community and are also able to deliver exceptional services.

• Employees in full-time positions are eligible for the following benefits:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS); the City pays 20.96% and employees pay 5% of base pay (pre-tax) towards their VRS benefit
  • Life insurance at no cost to the employee
  • Optional benefits such as 457 deferred compensation, Roth IRA, flexible spending accounts, etc.
  • Eligibility for parental leave and tuition assistance
  • Paid Time Off

Employees in hourly and part-time positions may be eligible for benefits depending on the position

Employees of the City of Lynchburg may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for federal student loans

Additional information about City benefits can be found on our and in the

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Describe your experience with developing Mass Appraisal process or procedures.

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Explain your knowledge of CAMA systems and which systems you have used to value.

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Describe your experience developing CAMA models.

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Describe your experience working with and/or leading an appraisal staff.

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Describe your experience presenting Mass Appraisal concepts to Public, Government Officials, or Board of Equalization.

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DMV Release Notice: This position requires a valid driver's license and acceptable driving history. I hereby certify that I have read the DMV Record Release Notice, and give the City permission to obtain my driving record.

• Yes
• No
• I do not currently possess a Virginia Driver's License

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If you answered in the above question that you currently possess a Virginia Driver's License, please provide your License Number.

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(Current Out-of-State applicants and applicants who have had an Out-of-State Drivers License at any time in the last 3 years): I agree to provide, WITHIN 2 WEEKS OF MY APPLICATION, a copy of my driving record from that state where I am currently licensed or have been licensed within the past 3 years. I will contact Human Resources within 2 weeks if I am unable to obtain my out of state driving record in that time. I understand that my application may not be considered for this position until I submit my out of state driving record.You can email this information to , or fax to or mail this information to Human Resources, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg VA Include the name of the position for which you are applying. If you have a driving record less than 30 days old you can upload as an attachment to your application.

• Agree to provide record within 2 weeks of application date
• Do not agree (I understand I will no longer be considered for this position if I disagree.)
• Not applicable (I have not had an Out-of-State Driver's License during the past 3 years.

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