Residential Real Property Appraiser

Residential Real Property Appraiser

Salary

$48,678.00 - $82,752.00 Annually

Location

Wilmington, NC

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202600221

Department

TAX

Opening Date

08/28/2026

Closing Date

9/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Position Information

New Hanover County is looking for a full-time Residential Real Property Appraiser to join the Tax Department to maintain, list, and appraise property accurately and impartially in accordance with applicable state laws for tax assessment purposes. An employee in this class performs appraisal work in determining the value of primarily residential properties for tax purposes in the county.

Essential duties include:

Under general supervision, employees update & maintain property data records of residential & less complicated commercial properties for tax assessment purposes. Work involves but is not limited to:

• Determines value on real property using approved schedules, standards, and rules which apply to mass appraisal for property-tax purposes.
• Analyzes data and statistics to determine consistent and credible values to be used in county revaluation.
• Responds to inquiries from the public and explains policies, procedures, appraisal standards and the ad valorem process.
• Discovers, lists, and maintains property records, recorded property plats, and legal documents.
• Reviews and verifies recorded property transfers.
• Responds, analyzes, and processes property owner requests for informal appeals; responds to formal appeals and presents information to the New Hanover County Board of Equalization and Review; responds to state appeals and presents evidence to North Carolina Property Tax Commission.
• Performs work with regular and predictable attendance consistently meeting the scheduling needs as required by the county.
• Performs work during emergency/disaster situations.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of Standards of Appraisal and Assessment under NC Machinery Act; geographic and socio-economic layout of the county; current construction costs including building materials and supplies; principles, practices and techniques used in real property appraisal; County policies and procedures.

Skilled in reading maps; estimating property and construction values using established guidelines; using a computer and related software applications; preparing and making presentations; communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

New Hanover County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. New Hanover County celebrates diversity in our employees' backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all. Our talented team has a passion for providing care and services that effect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. The differences that unite us are a reflection of the community we serve. If this sounds like an organization that models the values you uphold, we invite you to join our team at New Hanover County.

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Hours:

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday.

Must be available to report for emergency work assignment during emergency situations.

Employment Type:

Full-time, non-exempt

Salary Information:

The target hiring range for this position is $48,678 to $65,625. The full salary range for an incumbent hired into this position is $48,678 to $87,572. Starting salary will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, internal equity, and budget. Candidates with exceptional qualifications and experience may be considered for a starting salary above the target hiring range, but not to exceed the maximum of the salary range.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of real property appraiser experience; or certification from the North Carolina Department of Revenue Level I Real Property Appraiser or an equivalent combination of training and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the classification such as those listed above.

Applicants who do not meet the minimum may be considered at a trainee rate until they have completed the requirements for North Carolina Department of Revenue Appraiser Level I.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licensed or Certified Real Property Appraiser from NCDOR, NC Appraisal Board, or equivalent credentials from another state appraisal board or Department of Revenue.
• One (1) or more years of experience as a county tax appraiser or
• One (1) or more years of experience in a revaluation firm coordinating projects or assigning grades, condition, and effective ages or
• One (1) or more years of experience in a related real estate field, i.e.; appraisal, sales, construction, mortgage, or insurance or
• IAAO Designation (AAS, RES, CAE)

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

The work is light and requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, feeling, grasping, manual dexterity, mental acuity, reaching, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.

The work is performed in an office setting or meeting area with typical levels of noise and disruptions. The work is also performed outside where the employee may be exposed to varying temperature and/or weather conditions.

Work Environment:

• 80% of workdays are outside working in various weather-related elements.
• 20% of workdays are inside working in an office cubicle setting.
• Use of county vehicle to perform daily job duties.

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid Drivers License (from any state) and good driving record at time of application.
• Valid North Carolina Driver's License required by first date of employment with good driving record
• Certification as a Real Property Appraiser through the North Carolina Department of Revenue.

Other Information

Applicant Information:

After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants referred to the department will receive an email requesting important information pertinent to the position applied for. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.

In compliance with G.S. 153A-94.2(b), if this position requires an applicant for employment to work with children in any capacity, the county must require the applicant to undergo a criminal history record check conducted by the SBI for all offers of employment made after October 1, 2025. These checks must be performed in accordance with G.S. 143B-1209.26, which authorizes the SBI to provide fingerprint-based state and national criminal record checks to cities and counties. Additional information on how to complete this required check will be provided to the selected candidate after an offer of employment is accepted.

New Hanover County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

New Hanover County offers a competitive benefits package designed to encourage and support your health, well-being and productivity to include

• Employer paid 401k deferred compensation contributions (5% for sworn law enforcement and 2.5% for all other benefits eligible positions);
• Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system;
• Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year;
• Paid parental leave;
• Paid community services leave to give back to our community;
• Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work;
• Medical, dental, vision insurance + many other insurance options;
• Employee assistance program;
• 100% employer paid long term disability;
• Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center which includes a nurse practitioner and physical therapist;
• Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives;
• Opportunities to make a difference in your community;
• And so much more!

Benefit options for eligible positions include medical, dental, elective supplemental insurance options including short-term disability, vision, flexible spending accounts, voluntary term life, cancer, accident, and critical illness policies. Employees who elect medical and dental insurance within the specified timelines provided during on-boarding, will have coverage effective on their date of hire. For more information about New Hanover County benefit options, including our benefit rates, please click here.

Please check out our careers page at www.nhcgov.com/careers for more information on why New Hanover County is a great place to work.

Note: All positions listed as temporary, casual part time, volunteer, and intern are not eligible to receive benefits. Part-time position with fewer than 20 scheduled hours per week will not include benefits.

01

Do you have a HS diploma/GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have 1 or more years of real property appraiser experience or certification from the North Carolina Department of Revenue Level I Real Property Appraiser?

• Yes
• No

03

Indicate which of the following applies:

• 1 or more years experience in mass appraisal
• 1 or more years of experience in a revaluation firm coordinating projects or assigning grades, condition, and effective ages
• 1 or more years experience in a related real estate field, i.e.; appraisal, sales, mortgage, construction, or insurance
• IAAO Designation (AAS, RES, CAE)
• None of the above

04

Do you have experience with CAMA programs?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have a valid North Carolina Drivers license?

• Yes
• No

06

Are you eligible to obtain a NC Drivers License?

• Yes
• No
• N/A - already have NC DL

07

Have you had your drivers license suspended or revoked for any reason in the last five years?

• Yes
• No

08

Have you had 2 or more driving violation tickets in the previous 12 months or 3 or more in the previous 25 months? Please note: Answering yes to this question will not automatically disqualify you from consideration for the position.

• Yes
• No

09

Have you reviewed the compensation details listed in the job description, and is the target hiring salary range acceptable to you?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer New Hanover County

Address 230 Government Center Drive - Suite 135

Wilmington, North Carolina, 28403

Phone 910-798-7178

910-798-7178

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nhc