Appraisal Support Technician

Appraisal Support Technician Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/adacounty/jobs/newprint/4587543) Apply  Appraisal Support Technician Salary$21.47 HourlyLocation Boise, IDJob TypeFull-Time with BenefitsJob Number02275DepartmentAssessorDivisionAppraisalOpening Date07/21/2024Closing Date8/4/2024 12:00 AM Mountain

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General SummaryAda County is a great place to work! We have more than 2000 employees dedicated to enhancing our community’s quality of life. Our Assessor's Office team is growing, and this is an excellent opportunity to be a part of taking this team to the next level.We offer a competitive benefits package which includes excellent medical, dental and vision insurance; generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start; 11 paid holidays a year; participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement systems which includes 11.96% employer contribution; various savings plans including a deferred compensation 457(b) plan with up to 3% county match; 401K plan; paid parental leave; life insurance; wellness programs; ongoing training opportunities and career development. This generous Ada County Total Rewards package increases the base salary by approximately 40 percent.It is our goal to provide the best service possible and we look forward to helping you. Learn more about Ada County Assessor's Office (https://adacounty.id.gov/assessor/) by visiting their website. POSITION GENERAL SUMMARY:Performs field and office functions in connection with the appraisal of real property. The work includes field inspections, sketching, and assisting appraisers as needed.DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:The Appraisal Support Technician receives assignments that require the limited application of appraisal principles, methods and techniques. The incumbent works under limited supervision and receives guidance when working on new, unusual, or complex assignments.Essential Functions

Performs research on and inspects property to gather data required for appraisals;

Collects and verifies the accuracy of assessment data and assures the correct data is in the official file for each property;

Performs field inspections and operates GPS unit;

Performs daily administrative functions for the appraisers office;

Scans and files documents;

Develops and maintains procedure manuals and flow charts for office administrative and appraisal procedures;

Assists with developing and maintaining office policies and procedures documents;

Keeps records of materials filed or removed using logbooks or computers;

Organizes and prioritizes materials to be filed;

Places material into high density filing system according to classification and identification information;

Performs general office duties such as operating office machines, sorting mail, creating and applying new labels.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

Inventories and tracks sensitive assets;

May assist in answering taxpayer questions about assessments;

Performs related functions as required.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent;

Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license;

Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, punctuation and arithmetic;

Knowledge of modern office equipment, practices and procedures;

Knowledge of personal computers and word processing applications;

Knowledge of Assessor’s Office programs preferred;

Skill entering data;

Skill providing customer service;

Skill accurately filing and categorizing documents;

Ability to maintain confidentiality;

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions;

Ability to maintain effective working relationships.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Must adhere to a professional code of ethics as a sworn Deputy Assessor.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Work is performed in both office and field settings;

The work requires the incumbent to visit assigned properties, including construction sites, to gather information. These visits require the incumbent to move over the land and inspect various parts of structures and locate section markers on the ground;

Sometimes the incumbent must negotiate fences, hazardous or steep terrain with rough and rocky surfaces;

The work requires spending significant time in the field such as construction sites which may create exposer to insulation, paint and lacquer fumes, drywall mud, texturing compounds, nails, and other building materials;

At times the incumbent may be exposed to dogs and/or farm animals and snakes;

May be required to sit, stand, reach overhead, squat and bend in the performance of the primary job responsibilities;

May be required to lift up to 20lbs.

DISCLAIMER:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Ada County provides Veteran’s Preference for all County jobs except for those deemed “key positions” in accordance with Title 65, Chapter 5 of Idaho Code.Ada County recognizes that employees are our most valuable asset. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees designed to support the health, wellness and long-term financial stability of our employees and their families. Healthcare:

Low-cost medical, dental, vision premiums and deductibles

Post-employment health savings account

Retirement and Investments Plans:

PERSI retirement benefits

457(b) post or pre-tax investments options with up to 3% employer match

401(k)

Wellbeing Program:

Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal concerns.

Free ACHD Commuter ride vanpool program

Free bus pass

Paid-leave:

11 paid holidays per year

8 weeks paid Parental Leave

Approximately 96 hours of vacation accrual for full-time employee

Approximately 96 hours of sick accrual for full-time employee

5 days paid bereavement leave

Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

Basic Life Insurance employer paid if benefit eligible

Short Term Disability employer paid if benefit eligible

Optional Benefits:

Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account

NCPERS Decreasing Term Life Insurance

Supplemental Employee, Spouse, Child Life Insurance

Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance

AFLAC

Visit us at adacounty.id.gov/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits to view details regarding our benefits package, including: paid leave, healthcare benefits, retirement benefits, and more!01 I understand that vacations will not be approved from the day after Memorial Day through the 2nd Monday in July due to heavy workloads.

Yes

No

02

I understand that appraisers drive their own personal auto vehicles for field inspections and are currently reimbursed at the federal rate.

Yes

No

03

I understand that a GPS unit will be carried when performing all field inspections and I need to have basic knowledge on how to operate a GPS unit.

Yes

No

04

What interests you about appraisal, specifically residential appraisal?

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This position entails spending significant time in-field specifically on construction sites - which could expose you to: insulation, paint and lacquer fumes, drywall mud, texturing compounds, nails, and other building materials (list not exhaustive). Are you able to complete the required job tasks under these conditions, with or without accommodations? Please explain.

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