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Appraiser II/III - Commercial/Industrial - 160063

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Appraiser II/III - Commercial/Industrial - 160063

Salary

$64,229.13 - $104,645.00 Annually

Location

Brighton, CO

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

07021

Department

County Assessor

Division

County Assessor Div

Opening Date

04/28/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

Our Mission

To responsibly serve the Adams County community with integrity and innovation.

EEO

Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status,marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Position classification

Onsite -- Job duties and expectations require employee to be regularly scheduled onsite.

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+ Benefits

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What Success Looks Like In This Job

To perform a variety of complex appraisal duties, including collection and analysis of field and market data, in order to determine values of commercial and industrial property within Adams County.

The Assessor's Office has elected to consider a range of experience for this vacancy. A candidates' qualifications will determine the level at which they are hired.

Appraiser II - Full Range = $64,229.13 - $93,132.230/ Appraiser III - Full Range: $72,167.85 - $104,643.38

Examples of Duties for Success

+ Conduct appraisals of new and existing commercial and industrial property within Adams County. Visit, inspect and measure property sites to ascertain stage of development. Take detailed notes on quantity, quality, and composition of construction materials used. Record and/or draw property exteriors, improvements and site boundaries. Indicate area dimensions and calculate square footage. Photograph existing property improvements.

+ Examine maps, legal descriptions and building permits to determine and verify property locations and addresses.

+ Compare field data with existing real estate records. Update records and property appraisal cards to reflect additions, completions and site changes.

+ Conduct property valuation research. Collect and analyze field, market, sales, cost and income data. Use statistical methods to determine if values are in compliance with State requirements.

+ Identify and record value estimates and adjustments for properties affected by fire damage, demolition, and other structural or functional problems leading to depreciation. Prorate taxable value of incomplete or damaged property.

+ Develop estimates of value and taxes due for new projects proposed by developers and government agencies.

+ Process and review objections to assessment valuations from property owners. Prepare cases defending property values. Represent the Assessor's Office as an expert witness before various boards and in District Court if necessary.

+ Respond to inquiries from the public that require an explanation or interpretation of the policies and procedures of the Assessor's Office. May explain the valuation process to taxpayers in person or in writing.

+ Process various appraisal forms and documentation. File building permits and appraisal records. Maintain log of activities.

+ May work with State Auditor to verify real property values.

+ Perform other related duties as require

Qualifications for Success

+ Property appraisal procedures, methods and techniques, and ability to classify real estate.

+ Statutes and regulations relating to real property, appraisals and assessments. Basic understanding of tax codes and guidelines.

+ Various approaches to property valuation, including mass appraisal.

+ Building design, construction materials, costs and depreciation.

+ County land values, neighborhood uses, and zoning regulations.

+ Basic understanding of statistics.

+ Microsoft Word, Excel, Marshall and Swift Cost Estimator software, SPSS and Apex software

+ Establish effective working relationships with County staff, officials and the general public through the use of interpersonal communication skills and abilities.

+ Read and interpret maps, blueprints and legal descriptions.

+ Write technical reports and draw to scale.

+ Apply logical or scientific principles to define problems, collect data and draw conclusions.

+ Physically inspect property sites.

+ Operate standard office equipment such as computers, copy and fax machines and telephone systems.

+ Must possess the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

More Qualifications for Success

Appraiser II:

+ Experience: Two (2) to three (3) years of experience as a real estate appraiser.

+ Education and Training:

+ High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.

+ Additional college level coursework or training in real estate assessment and/or construction is preferred.

+ 150 hours of appraisal coursework with 50 hours within the Cost, Market, and Income Approaches to Value.

+ License or Certificate:.

+ Real Estate Appraiser's License is required.

+ Certified General Appraisal License is preferred.

+ Possession of, or the ability to obtain within two (2) weeks of employment, a valid Colorado Driver's License.

+ Background Check:Must pass a criminal background check.

Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment:

+ Work is performed primarily in an office environment.

+ Requires travel throughout the County to perform appraisals.

+ May be exposed to extreme temperatures when working outdoors.

Appraiser III:

+ Experience: Five (5) years of experience as a real estate appraiser.

+ Education and Training:

+ High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

+ Additional coursework or training in real estate assessment and/or construction is preferred.

+ License or Certificate:

+ Real Estate Appraiser's License is required.

+ Certified General Appraisal License is preferred.

+ Possession of, or the ability to obtain within two (2) weeks of employment, a valid Colorado Driver's License.

+ Background Check: Must pass a criminal background check.

Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment:

+ Work is performed primarily in an office environment.

+ Requires travel throughout the County to perform appraisals.

+ May be exposed to extreme temperatures when working outdoors.

Adams County complies with Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act (“JAFA”). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.

Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.

Clickhere (https://youtu.be/ILAvllPaGb4) to watch our video about why Adams County is an Employer of Choice!

Benefits You Expect:

+ AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance

+ Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance

+ Deferred Compensation Plan

+ Dental/Vision/Medical Plans

+ Generous Vacation/Sick leave

+ Long-Term Disability

+ Retirement Plan

+ Short-Term Disability

Plus some you might not expect:

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Employee Fitness Center

+ Employee Health Clinics

+ Flexible Work Schedules

+ Recreation Center Discounts

+ Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs

+ Wellness programs

+ Lactation friendly certified workplace

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Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.

+ Yes, I understand and agree

+ Yes, I understand but disagree.

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How many years of experience as a real estate appraiser do you possess?

+ 0 - 1 Year

+ 2 - 4 Years

+ 5+ Years

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A requirement of this position is that you must possess at least a high school diploma or GED. Do you meet this requirement?

+ Yes

+ No

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Do you possess a Real Estate Appraiser's License?

+ Yes

+ No

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Do you currently possess or do you have the ability to obtain a valid Colorado driver's license within two (2) weeks of hire?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

Adams County

Address

4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, 80601-8213

Website

http://www.adcogov.org/current-career-opportunities

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