Residential Property Appraiser I, II, III or IV chez Cobb County Government, GA

About the Department

The purpose of this classification is to appraise property values via mass appraisal for the purpose of assessing taxes. Depending on experience and certifications, candidates may be hired as a Property Appraiser I, II, III or IV. Minimum requirements and licenses/certifications vary by level.

Property Appraiser I- $19.32 - 29.94 Hourly
Property Appraiser II- $22.15 - $34.33 Hourly
Property Appraiser III- $50,786.58 - $81,258.52 Annually
Property Appraiser IV- $56,794.63 - $90,871.40 Annually

Distinguishing Characteristics

Classifications in this series are distinguished from one another by the level of State certification; positions in this class focus on collection of data and routine appraisals and receive direct oversight and supervision.

Position Duties

Conducts property appraisals: performs basic level appraisals of real, residential, and exempt property; creates or verifies data for existing and/or new construction; and uses department procedures and current data to establish fair market values.

Collects property data: compiles data specific to each property; measures, sketches, or photographs new property, additions, and renovations to determine property values; compiles sales information; and audits existing appraisal data.

Performs field inspections: verifies data for new constructions, additions, renovations, sales data and other miscellaneous field inspections.

Prepares appeal data: gathers information and documentation; verifies records; conducts additional research and field reviews; and prepares related data for appeal hearings. 

Additional Functions for Property Appraiser II
Assists in responding to formal appeals related to property valuations: provides information and documentation; verifies records; conducts additional research and field reviews; attends meetings and hearings as needed.

Additional Functions for Property Appraiser III
Assists in responding to formal appeals related to property valuations: provides information and documentation; verifies records; conducts additional research and field reviews; attends meetings, conferences, hearings, and court as needed to testify regarding valuation processes and procedures.
Assists property owners, tax representatives, and the general public with tax-related matters: and provides information and answers questions regarding appraisal methodology, appeals process, parcel ownership, parcel mapping, land characteristics, physical improvement data, and current or historical valuation.

Additional Functions for Property Appraiser IV
Assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise: assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding operational procedures and proper use of equipment and systems; and assists with supervision of co-workers by reporting employee problems and providing input on disciplinary action and employee performance evaluations.

Assists property owners, tax representatives, and the general public with tax-related matters: and provides information and answers questions regarding appraisal methodology, appeals process, parcel ownership, and current or historical valuation. 
Performs other related duties as assigned.


Minimum Qualifications

Appraiser I
High School Diploma or GED required with previous experience in property appraisal and assessments preferred
Appraiser II 
High School Diploma or GED required, with Bachelor's degree preferred; supplemented by two years of experience in property appraisal and valuation
Appraiser III 
High School Diploma or GED required, with Bachelor's degree preferred; supplemented by three or more years of experience in property appraisal and valuation
Appraiser IV
High School Diploma or GED required, and graduate of an accredited college or university, Bachelor’s degree preferred; supplemented by five years or more of property appraisal and valuation; Two years of appraisal experience may be substituted for each year of college required

Minimum Qualifications

Appraiser I 

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License; Requires certification as an Appraiser I by the State Revenue Department at the time of hire or within eighteen months of assignment to the position.

Appraiser II 

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License; must possess and maintain Appraiser II certification.

Appraiser III 

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License; must possess and maintain Appraiser III certification.

Other Qualifications

Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, odor, depth, and texture. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, animal/wildlife attacks, or rude/irate customers.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.