Real Property Data Specialist - Assessor at Charleston County Government, SC

About the Department

The position requires research, analysis, and organizational skills along with ability to prioritize varying job duties. This position works as support staff to the appraisal group by conducting field inspections collecting data, and then entering this data into our computer system. 

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $19.34 - $20.53

OPEN UNTIL FILLED – APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

Position Duties

Job duties include but are not limited to: assisting the appraisal staff by conducting field inspections of residential properties within Charleston County, measuring new construction, and preparing scaled drawings noting relevant physical characteristics. Entering all pertinent information accurately into the computer system and other duties as assigned. Maintains assigned vehicle.

Other duties that may be assigned include, but are not limited to: assisting other divisions in the Assessor’s office as needed and cross training in various customer service, administrative and clerical duties.  Some overtime may be required including work on weekends.  

Minimum Qualifications

This position requires a high school diploma or GED and a minimum one year’s related work experience or any equivalent combination if education, training, and experience, which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Customer service experience with a government or public/private entity is highly preferred as is knowledge of state assessment and ad valorem taxation laws and prior experience in a South Carolina Assessor’s, Auditors or Treasurers office. Must have a valid SC driver’s license.  This position is in Appraisal division of the Assessor’s office.

Other Qualifications

The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to enter data accurately and rapidly. This position will assist the appraiser by measuring residential improvements in various areas throughout the county. The successful candidate must be able to work independently and work in a team environment cooperating with others in the division and with other divisions and work units in the Assessor’s office and other county offices. Must be able to communicate in a professional manner when dealing with taxpayers that you are likely to encounter while in the field collecting data.