Appraiser I

Responsible for completing appraisal assignments for most types of residential properties and for valuation of other property types with direct technical support. 

• Appraise most types of residential property with minimal supervision. 
• Appraise and assist in appraising commercial, industrial and other complex properties with technical support and supervision. 
• Evaluate and apply appropriate appraisal approach(s) to property appraisals with technical support and supervision. 
• Participate in establishing values for all property interest, including land, buildings, tidelands, leaseholds, mineral interests and mining claims. 
• Assist with ratio reviews and analysis in determining assessment levels. 
• Participate in developing cost factor and depreciation allowances. 
• Appear as an expert witness before the Board of Equalization. 
• Complete value reviews and consult with property owners on appraisal matters, as assigned. 
• Develop knowledge in use of CAMA system and developments in appraisal industry. 
• Represent borough in contact with property owners, professionals and the general public. 
• Work closely with Appraiser II and Director in completing duties and assignments. 
• Assist in data analysis using query writing tools and modeling in MS Excel.
• Applicant will also be expected to obtain a Level 1 Alaska Certified Assessor/Appraiser designation from the Alaska Association of Assessing Officers within two years of hire. 

ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES:

• Provide instruction to other employees of this or a similar job classification in all aspects of procedure and technique relating to duties required by this job description unless such instruction requires a specialized certification which the employee doing the training does not have. 
• Perform related other duties, as directed by the Director of Assessment. 
• Attend Board of Equalization meetings as directed by the Director of Assessment. 

• Basic knowledge of laws, regulations and policies pertaining to mass appraisal, assessment, and property valuation. 
• Familiarity with principles and practices applied in appraisal required. Familiarity with the area of building construction methods and materials. 
• Ability to coordinate activities, compile data, and process forms and information. Interpersonal skills, pleasant telephone manner, the ability to resolve problems, and a strong sense of teamwork. 
• Familiarity with modern office and record keeping principals, procedures, practices and equipment. 
• Ability to develop and maintain courteous and productive relationship with public, supervisor and co-workers. 
• Ability to read and interpret building plans and property descriptions. 
• Ability to follow and develop effective property appraisal methods and procedures. 
• Ability to work with and educate the general public in appraisal and assessment principles and techniques.
• Willingness to perform a variety of job-related duties as situations arise, a strong sense of teamwork, and ability to work cooperatively with others required. 
• Computer knowledge and experience mandatory. Familiarity with MS Excel and basic data analysis and modeling skills. 

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

• Must be able to hear. 
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch; and taste or smell. 
• Each of the listed activities also requires standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, climbing on stools and ladders, and routinely lift and carry items and boxes up to forty (40) pounds. 
• Climbing stairs and inclines; negotiating difficult terrain. Driving automobiles. Long hours sitting at desk and/or in front of computer. 
• Appraising by boat and float plane; may include boat operation. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, Associated degree in Business or related field is preferred. 
• Minimum two years of experience in the Real Estate field, Administrative Assistant, Accounting Technician, or equivalent elsewhere is preferred. 

LICENSES:

• State of Alaska Driver's License with an acceptable driving record. 

Any combination of related education and/or related experience will be considered if the candidate possesses the demonstrated ability.