Property Appraiser II (Business Personal Property)

Property Appraiser II (Business Personal Property)

Salary

$20.43 - $31.67 Hourly

Location

Tax Administration and Register of Deeds 20 East Morgan Street, Brevard, 28712, NC

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

00483

Department

Tax Administration

Division

TAX ADMINISTRATION

Opening Date

09/15/2026

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits

About

The Transylvania County Tax Administration Department is seeking a Business/Personal Property Appraiser II to join the team. The Tax Administration Office is responsible for the discovery, listing, and appraisal of all real and personal property in Transylvania County as well as the collection of property taxes and maintaining Geographic Information System (GIS) records. This position performs complex technical and professional duties in the assessment of business personal property, motor vehicles and other personal property for tax assessment purposes.

Essential Functions

As a Business Personal Property Appraiser, you will perform complex technical and professional appraisal duties related to property tax assessment and valuation. Key responsibilities include:

• Appraise and assess business personal property, aircraft, registered and unregistered motor vehicles, and other taxable personal property.

• Conduct annual business personal property audits to ensure compliance with North Carolina property tax laws and regulations.

• Analyze financial and appraisal data to ensure accurate property valuation and tax billing.

• Assist in organizing annual tax bill and listing form printing; building and maintaining annual abstract creation.

• Gather information and process land transfers per deeds and death certificates.

• Assists owners with listing forms and processes; assesses penalties for late forms; and ensures forms are processed and data is updated.

• Administer and maintain business personal property assessment programs, computerized depreciation schedules, and prepare assessment notices and bills.

• Lead and oversee motor vehicle appraisal and situs processes while assisting taxpayers with vehicle-related tax inquiries.

• Train new employees in Motor Vehicle appraisal, assessment and situses.

• Prepare and process aircraft, mobile home, boat, and other personal property listings.

• Retrieve and maintain information received from NC Department of Motor Vehicles regarding mobile homes and the NC Wildlife Commission regarding boat and boat motors.

• Coordinate mortgage-related data and record maintenance to support accurate tax records.

• Lead the Property Tax Relief Program; assist taxpayers with property listings, tax relief applications, exemptions, exclusions, and assessment questions.

• Assists the general public with variety of questions and information requested.

• Support delinquent tax collection efforts through taxpayer communications and record maintenance.

• Attend seminars, conferences and workshops to maintain current knowledge and trends on appraisal of property.

• Assist with daily operations within the License Plate Agency as needed.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Successful candidates should possess knowledge or experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Business Personal Property Appraisal
• Property Tax Assessment
• Personal Property Valuation
• Tax Administration
• Accounting Principles and Financial Analysis
• Government Appraisal Standards
• Property Tax Laws and Regulations
• Business Auditing and Compliance Reviews
• Computerized Appraisal and Assessment Systems
• Customer Service and Public Interaction

Desired Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Accuracy in calculations and valuation determinations
• Ability to interpret financial records and depreciation schedules
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to explain appraisal methods, assessment procedures, and tax laws clearly and professionally
• Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills
• Ability to work effectively with business owners, taxpayers, attorneys, real estate professionals, and coworkers

Education and Experience

Minimum Education and Experience:

An associate's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred, along with at least one (1) year of related experience; however, neither is required.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Completion of North Carolina Department of Revenue's Fundamentals of Listing and Assessing, Personal Property Appraisal and Assessment and IAAO Course 101 Fundamentals of Real Property Appraisal and examination within one (1) year of employment.
• Drivers License valid in the State of North Carolina.

Additional Requirements:

• Successful completion of SBI background check with required fingerprinting by Sheriff Office. (Instructions issued by HR at pre-boarding)

• Successful completion of Transylvania County standard background check. (Instructions issued by HR at pre-boarding)

• Successful completion of drug screening. (Instructions issued by HR at pre-boarding)

Medical Insurance

• $50 per month premium paid by the employee / county pay remaining portion
• Employee can cover children/spouse/family at their own cost for medical coverage $77.56/$265.92/ $426.28 per month. In addition to the $50 per month for the employee.
• Employees may qualify for a $50 per month discount. Beginning in 2016, employees must participate in the employee health screening including a base line physical and meet 2 of the 4 accountability standards set forth by the Board of Commissioners to receive the discount.
• Waist circumference abdomen cir < 40" male or <35" female; or improve 5%
• Blood Pressure <140/90 mmhg; or improve 10/5 mmh; or improve 5%
• Cholesterol Ratio <5.5; or improve by 10; or improve 5%
• Hemoglobin A1c < = 6.8; or improve 5%
• Premiums may be pre-taxed which is a savings to your taxes, but if you pre-tax premiums you cant take the costs off of your taxes.
• Blue Options PPO /Administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
• Employee has choice of 2 Health Plans.
• Plan 1 - Co-Pay Plan for In-Network- $40 Copays for Primary Care Visit, $80 Specialist Visit, Urgent Care and RX. All other services apply to $1,500 deductible, then 80/20 co-insurance up to $2,000 out-of-pocket maximum. See Plan 1 document for more detailed information.
• Plan 2 - Deductible Plan for In-Network except $25 co-pay for Primary Care Visit and RX. All other services apply to $1,000 deductible, then 80/20 co-insurance up to $2,000 out-of-pocket maximum. See Plan 2 document for more detailed information.
• Routine eye examinations only are covered annually for a BCBSNC network provider.
• Prescription Drugs - 4 Tiers - $5 generic/ $45 preferred / $60.00 non preferred /4th Tier is 25% up to a max of $100.00./ Mail order is available @ 2.5 co-pays for a 90 day supply. 90 day supply at pharmacy.
• Verify network participation, RX tiers, and obtain information at www.bcbsnc.com.
• Self Funded Health Insurance Plan - Deductible of $75,000.

Dental Insurance- Can choose different level of coverage than Medical

• Administered by Ameritas
• Employee is covered under the dental coverage at no cost. An employee can cover children/spouse/family for $57.26/ $22.52/ $72.38 per month, respectively.
• No Network of Dentists, may choose any provider
• Provides 2 routine cleanings and exams with no deductible
• For other services a $50 plan year deductible
• 80% for root canals, fillings - 50% for crowns, bridgework, dentures
• $1000 maximum for braces/ $1000 maximum per covered individual per year which includes preventative care costs
• Obtain information & replacement cards at www.ameritasgroup.com.

Term Life Insurance- Provided for the Employee - Dearborn National

• $10,000 Life and $10,000 Accidental Death
• Employee may purchase additional amounts. Up to $100,000 Guaranteed Issue for employee;$20,000 for spouse and $10,000 or $5,000 for children (at original eligibility). Otherwise late enrollees are subject to Underwriting guidelines.

Supplemental Insurance Products -

Mark III Brokerage assists the county to provide a full-array of supplemental products such as Health and Dependent Care FSA accounts, Cancer Policy, Short-term and Long-term Disability, Term Life, Universal Life, Accident or Illness Policy, Hospital Indemnity, and a Vision Plan. The Supplemental Products are available during original employment or open enrollment in May/June of each year to employees at group rates and premiums are paid through payroll deduction. Policies will be effective on July 1.

If you are interested in knowing more about these benefits view the following website for details. www.markiiibrokerage.com/transylvaniacountync or a link is available on the county Intranet. Then sign up during your original enrollment window by contacting Human Resources. Some of the products qualify as pre-tax benefits. Website for information is: www.markiiieb.com.

Electronic Payroll Deposit -

County Employees are paid bi-weekly, 26 times per year. We deposit your payroll check. Deposits are available to all banks and credit unions. Deposits are made, so you can have access to your funds by Friday morning (payday). You can divide your payroll into two accounts, one you must specify the amount to go into and the second account would receive the balance.

Retirement -

NC Local Government Employees Retirement System - All full-time employees contribute 6% of their gross earnings and the County matches the contribution. Employees are vested in the program after 5 years of service. Transferable within the state system. The website for more information is: www.nctreasurer.com.

401K - Empower Retirement - 2% Employer Contribution, Voluntary Contributions, Rollovers, etc. (Info Available). The website is: https://www.myncretirement.com/nc-401k-nc-457-plans.

457 - Nationwide Retirement Solutions - After 5 years of full-time service the County will provide a contribution of $57.69 per payroll / $1500 per year for employees. At 5 years of service, eligible employees must complete an enrollment form. The website is www.nrsforu.com.

Credit Union -

County Employees may be a member in the NC Local Government Employees Credit Union which is affiliated with the State Employees Credit Union. Local office is in Pisgah Forest. Payroll deduction and drafts are available. The website is www.lgfcu.org.

Paid Holidays - (12)

New Years Day, Martin Luther Kings Birthday, Easter Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day and the Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day and the day after Christmas.

Paid Vacation/Annual Leave-

• 1-2 years = 10 days; 3-5 years = 12 days, 5-10 years = 15 days, 10-15 years = 18 days, 15-20 years = 20 days; 20 + years = 24 days. Vacation is accrued bi-weekly, therefore you receive 1/26th each payroll.
• You may accrue vacation and carry over up to 30 days. Thereafter, at the end of the calendar year, if you have more than the 30 days, the excess converts to sick leave.
• You may cash in up to one week of vacation annually, in lieu of time away from work.
• In extreme situations employees may request to transfer vacation leave to other employees. Requests must be in writing to the County Manager and must be approved in advance.
• Vacation should be scheduled in advance as requested by your supervisor. Complete proper leave sheets.
• If you have prior active service in the NC Retirement System, Transylvania County will give you credit for those years of service toward accrual of vacation/annual leave.

Paid Sick Leave-

• Paid sick leave is always equivalent to 12 days per year. It is accrued bi-weekly. Employees accrue 1/26th of the annual amount per payroll.
• You may accrue sick leave with no maximum accrual. At retirement for every 20 days of accrued sick leave you will get one additional month of service time.
• Sick leave may be used for doctors appointments, personal illness or the illness of an immediate family member.
• If you have prior active service in the NC Retirement System, Transylvania County will transfer in your sick leave balance from your most recent employer.

Wellness Center- Phone Number (828)884-3115

• The Wellness Center is open M-W-F 8am -12pm and 1pm to 4pm and T-TH 8am-12pm.
• The Wellness Center is a partnership between Transylvania County and the City of Brevard.
• County Employees may use the Wellness Center for all services at no cost.
• Dependents over the age of 7 who are on your Medical plan may also use the Wellness Center.
• Appointments are encouraged to help minimize any wait and to make the Center Services flow easier.
• Time away from your work location to visit the Wellness Center is not changed to leave.
• Services include: Routine bloodwork monitoring, allergy injections, monitoring chronic illnesses, manage and authorize prescriptions, coordinate referrals, school physicals and testing for flu, mono and strep.

Employer Transylvania County

Address 101 South Broad St.

Brevard, North Carolina, 28712

Phone (828) 884-1940

Website https://www.transylvaniacounty.org