Agriculture Appraiser

BASTROP CENTRAL APPRAISAL DISTRICT

Agriculture Appraiser

Bastrop, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    LTD and AD&D

    TCDRS Retirement

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    This position reports directly to the Director of Appraisal. The person in this position operates data entry devices under minimum supervision, works directly with the public, enters source data and documents, and verifies inputs. Is responsible for developing agriculture special valuation schedules for valuing qualified agricultural properties.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES

    Perform a variety of field audits of land-use sites

    Gather data for assessment purposes

    Enter collected data into the agency's database system

    Appraise diversified types of real property

    Perform field inspections

    Perform mathematical computations, including the determination of square footage, percentages, fractions, or decimals using standard formulas

    Prepare evidence and defend market value at all levels of appeals

    Assist in the analysis of market data and perform research as assigned

    Review reports on exceptional value change and gain/loss reports

    Answer questions on phone and at the counter regarding real property and direct customers to the appropriate department when needed

    Working Environment:

    Noise: Noisy, distractive work environment

    Extreme Cold: Temperature cold enough to cause marked bodily discomfort

    Extreme Heat: Temperature hot enough to cause marked bodily discomfort

    Education Requirement:

    Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certification

    Experience Requirement:

    Minimum 5 years of experience in appraising real property and training under higher-level personnel

    Required Qualifications:

    Data entry proficiency

    Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

    Excellent letter-writing skills using proper grammar

    Experience working with the public

    General office experience, including ten-key calculator

    In-house training under Supervisor on direct data entry device

    Ability to demonstrate obtained knowledge of software programs and information retrieval

    Mental alertness to detect and resolve error conditions

    Judgment in selecting and transcribing data from documents that have not been pre-examined or coded to assure minimum, verified input on accounts

    Ability to work under pressure of rigid cycles of fluctuating production schedules

    Ability to follow oral and written instructions

    Ability to communicate effectively over the telephone and directly with taxpayers

    Ability to work harmoniously with fellow employees

    Ability to arrive at work on time

    Ability to work overtime during certain periods of the year