Teaching Assistant Professor, Property Tax Appraisal

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department SOG Sch of Government - 375100 Posting Open Date 09/24/2026 Application Deadline Open Until Filled Yes Position Type Permanent Faculty Working Title Teaching Assistant Professor, Property Tax Appraisal Appointment Type Fixed Term Faculty Vacancy ID FAC0006112 Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent Hours per week 40 FTE 1 Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $120,000 - $135,000 Proposed Start Date 01/04/2027

Position Information

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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The School of Government at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill works to improve the lives of North Carolinians by engaging in practical scholarship that helps public officials and citizens understand and improve state and local government. As the largest university-based local government training, advisory, and research organization in the United States, the School of Government offers up to 300 courses, webinars, and specialized conferences for more than 14,000 public officials each year. In addition, faculty members annually publish approximately 50 books, manuals, reports, articles, bulletins, and other print and online content related to state and local government. The School is also home to a nationally ranked graduate program in public administration.

For more information about the School, visit sog.unc.edu.

Position Summary

The School of Government seeks to recruit a fixed-term faculty member at the rank of teaching assistant professor who will specialize in property tax appraisal education.

The selected candidate will advise and educate local property tax officials on the legal guidelines and best practices for the appraisal of property in North Carolina and support county tax offices as they plan and implement reappraisals. The primary responsibility of this position will be to develop and teach appraisal education courses appropriate for the needs of North Carolina tax officials. In addition, the selected candidate will respond to advising inquiries relating to tax appraisals from local and state government officials, North Carolina property owners, and the media. While research and scholarly publication will not be core responsibilities of this position, the selected candidate will have the opportunity to publish on appraisal topics as needed.

Candidates will be expected to have experience with and the capacity to educate and advise on geographic information systems, the use of artificial intelligence in mass appraisals, and other technology relevant to North Carolina's property tax system.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

A minimum of five years of property tax appraisal experience, as well as a demonstrated commitment to public service.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Local government experience preferred.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions

We will begin reviewing applications in late-October and start interviews in

November.

Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/325787

Department Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title Joe Jung Department Contact Telephone or Email jjung@sog.unc.edu Academic Personnel Office Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University's Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to facultyrecruitment@unc.edu.

Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What is your highest degree?

• PhD

• MD

• PharmD

• DDS

• DVM

• JD

• MLS/MIS

• Masters

• Other

• • Please list any certifications you have obtained related to property tax appraisal.

(Open Ended Question)