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

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

Supervises and mentors Appraisal staffAssists the City Assessor with the assessment of complex propertiesAssists subordinate staff with the presentation of appeals to B.O.E.Performs quality control checks of the work of appraisal staff per office proceduresEnsures assessments are fair and equitable as required by I.A.A.O.

and U.S.P.A.P.

standardsRatio studies and statistical analysis to ensure equity and equalizationFacilitates updates of CAMA softwareCalibration of M & S cost tables on a biennial basisAssists with the development of market rents and expenses for each income-producing property typeMaintains, develops, and revises office systems for tracking progress goalsValues a mixture of residential and commercial propertiesProvides an overview of the Assessment process to civic groups, et al.

Special projects as determined by the City AssessorOther duties as assignedADDITIONAL DUTIESMust successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employmentMay also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the positionOther 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 DUTIESCarries 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 roleStay up to date on changes to State and Local Tax Codes that affect real estate assessment processMaintain good working relationship with staff, public, and other City departmentsQUALIFICATIONS 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 EXPERIENCEBachelors degree in a business-related field and or 5 years of experience in a related professionThree or more years in a supervisory role within the Appraisal professionCertified Residential Real Estate Appraiser License from Commonwealth of VirginiaPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSFamiliarity working with C.A.M.A.

systems; especially ProvalVA licensed Certified General/State Licensed Appraiser and/or Designated Candidate in Appraisal professionPossession of a valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia and acceptable driving record according to City of Lynchburg driving criteria .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.#J-18808-Ljbffr