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JOB SUMMARY
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Under the supervision of a higher classified employee, appraises real estate and personal property to determine its fair value and provide data for the assessment of property in accordance with prescribed schedules and standards. Prepares property value records and assists in the determination of the equalization factor.
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Equalization Appraiser I/II/III/IV are employed in two (2) distinct areas. Employees are selected for either real estate or personal property auditor. State Certification is necessary, based on the area for which assigned.
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Initially under close supervision, employees gradually receive more complex assignments and work more independently as experience is gained. Employees may advance to LEVELs II, III and IV after gaining the required experience, necessary special requirements and demonstrating acceptable work proficiency.
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EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
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Essential Duties:
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Conducts on-site inspections of property and interviews property owners, managers and tenants to obtain details such as condition of structures, property improvements and land use. Records measurements of structures and land parcels.
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Compiles property assessment records, computerizing pertinent data and drawings acquired in field inspections.
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Compiles data for reports of agricultural, residential and development property values in the county, such as sales studies, and obtains data on other economic factors to aid in making equitable appraisals.
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Determines property values, using real estate records, maps, photographs and tax records, developing equalization factors to assure that taxpayers in all townships and cities in the county pay at equal rates, as required by law.
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Analyzes split parcels of land, recording ownership and determining building values.
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May explain departmental procedures, tax laws and the assessment process to county residents. Provides information on property descriptions and assessments.
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Verifies property information listed on data print-out forms.
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Assists in the preparation of assessment forms and equalization reports
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Confers with other County departments such as Register of Deeds, Drain Commissioner and County Treasurer to check property descriptions, verify land sales, obtain drain taxes and other special assessments.
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Assists local assessors in appraisals and provides them with information on changes in assessing procedures, computerized software, tax laws and property descriptions.
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Conducts street surveys on all types of properties within the County on a contractual basis.
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Performs other related duties as assigned.
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LEVEL II , III & IV only
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Assists in the training of entry level appraisers.
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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Duties require sufficient mobility to work in a normal office setting, field site and use standard office equipment including a computer, vision to read printed materials and a VDT screen and hearing and speech sufficient to communicate in person or over the telephone.
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These requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.
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EDUCATION
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Possession of a high school diploma or its equivalent, with courses taken regularly pertaining to appraisal techniques and methods. Must pass Michigan State Requirments for obtaining Level I. II, III or IV Certification.
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EXPERIENCE
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LEVEL I - GRADE 21: Two (2) years experience with property description or equivalent appraisal experience. Familiarity with computerized systems and operations. Employees may advance to LEVEL II after at least two (2) years of Equalization Description I experience, meeting necessary special requirements with acceptable work performance.
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LEVEL II - GRADE 23: A minimum of two (2) years experience as a Equalization Appraiser I or equivalent experience. General knowledge of computerized systems and operations, as well as Assessor/Appraiser software. Employees may advance to LEVEL III after at least two (2) years of Equalization Appraiser II experience, meeting necessary special requirements with acceptable work performance.
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LEVEL III - GRADE 25: A minimum of two (2) years experience as a Equalization Appraiser II or equivalent experience. Employees may advance to LEVEL IV after at least two (2) years of Equalization Appraiser III experience, meeting necessary special requirements with acceptable work performance.
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LEVEL IV - GRADE 27: A minimum of two (2) years experience as a Equalization Appraiser III or equivalent experience, meeting necessary special requirements with acceptable work performance.
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NOTE: if staffing for Personal Property Auditor, two (2) years of auditing personal property experience is required, meeting necessary special requirements.
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NECESSARY STATE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
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PERSONAL PROPERTY AUDITOR
LEVEL I, II, III, IV - GRADES 21, 23, 25, 27: Personal Property Examiner's Certification by State Assessor's Board, obtaining certification within one year is a condition of continued employment. Valid Michigan Vehicle Operator's License.
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REAL PROPERTY APPRAISER
LEVEL I - GRADE 21: Preferred Certification at Level I by State Assessor's Board, obtaining certification within one year is a condition of continued employment. Valid Michigan Vehicle Operator's License.
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LEVEL II - GRADE 23: Certification at Level II by State Assessor¿s Board. The Level III certification may be required due to the appraisal of more complex properties. Valid Michigan Vehicle Operator's License.
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LEVEL III - GRADE 25: Certification at Level III by State Assessor¿s Board. Valid Michigan Vehicle Operator¿s License
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LEVEL IV - GRADE 27: Certification at Level IV by State Assessor's Board. Valid Michigan Vehicle Operator's License.
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This class description intends to identify the major duties and requirements of the job and should not be interpreted as all inclusive. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related duties other than those outlined above and may be required to specific job-related knowledge for successful job performance.
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FILING DEADLINE: 7/30/08
CONTROL NUMBER: 0807-310-2133-0066
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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