PROPERTY APPRAISER I

Locates and appraises tangible and personal property in Richmond County subject to ad valorem taxation, adhering to Georgia laws governing same, Department of Revenue regulations and applicable appraisal procedures. Reports to Assistant Deputy Chief Appraiser or other designated staff member. Works with corporate and individual taxpayers, general public, attorneys, elected officials, law enforcement and co-workers to provide accurate and accessible records.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts routine property appraisals: performs basic level appraisals of real, personal, commercial, and exempt property; creates or verifies data for existing and/or new construction; and uses department procedures and current data to establish fair market values, with supervisory oversight.
• Collects property data: compiles data specific to each property; measures, sketches, or photographs new property, additions, and renovations to determine property values; compiles sales information; and audits existing appraisal data; may interpret deeds, transferred property and/or homestead exemptions
• Performs field inspections: visits properties; verifies and audits reports versus actual property for errors and problems; and verifies data for new construction and additions or renovations.
• Prepares appeal data: gathers information and documentation; verifies records; conducts additional research and field reviews; and prepares related data for appeal hearings.
• Assists property owners, tax representatives, and the general public with routine tax-related matters: and provides information and answers questions regarding appraisal methodology, appeals process, parcel ownership, parcel mapping, land characteristics, physical improvement data, and current or historical valuation.
• As Required: Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES MIGHT INCLUDE:

• Locates and appraises tangible and personal property in Richmond County subject to ad valorem taxation, adhering to Georgia laws governing same, Department of Revenue regulations and applicable appraisal procedures.