Hall County Government · 23 hours ago
Chief Real Estate Appraiser
Gainesville, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
7+ years expHall County Government is seeking a Chief Real Estate Appraiser to oversee the Tax Assessor's Office. The role involves directing the assessment of various property types, ensuring equitable valuations, and managing departmental activities and personnel.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Directs activities and staff of the Hall County Tax Assessor’s Office to assure all residential, commercial, industrial, and personal property is assessed equitably and fairly
Directs the development of sales ratio studies; compares sales ratio results with current appraisals to assess accuracy and ensure fair and equitable valuation of all property in Hall County
Directs the processing of personal property business returns to determine fair market value on inventory, machinery, and equipment owned by Hall County businesses; locates and processes business accounts not in compliance with personal property tax regulations
Directs audits of various retail and industrial accounts regarding inventory and field assets
Directs appraisal program for all mobile homes located in Hall County
Serves as secretary to the Board of Tax Assessors; coordinates meetings with taxpayers, provides technical advice, assists in policy development, etc
Acts as liaison between the Board of Tax Assessors and Board of Equalization; coordinates and attends appeals hearings
Supervises the assessment and reassessment of all taxable and non-taxable real and personal property, and the maintenance of all County records pertaining to properties. Retains property records according to State and Department of Revenue requirements
Interviews, hires, assigns work, reviews and evaluates performance of professional and clerical support staff engaged in the valuation of real and personal property; trains, counsels, and disciplines staff as necessary
Develops annual departmental budget for submission to Board of Tax Assessors and County Commission; monitors expenditures and approves purchases and requisitions to ensure proper use of funds
Maintains knowledge of Agricultural Conservation Use Program, including delineating property lines over soil maps, determining acreage within each soil type, and determining qualifying use of land for the program
Interprets rules and regulations involved with Agricultural Conservation Use Program, Exempt properties guidelines, Freeport exemptions and explain to taxpayer in a simple and understanding manner
Answers taxpayer inquiries concerning property assessment problems; reviews property assessment cases requesting appeals
Conducts appeal hearings related to the valuation of property; defends assessments with the Board of Tax Assessors, Board of Equalization, and Superior Court as necessary
Prepares department annual report; submits progress to the Board of Tax Assessors; makes recommendations related to policy, procedure, and regulation changes as necessary
Coordinates and monitors educational requirements of department staff and board members to ensure all parties maintains and/or attains Georgia Department of Revenue certification
Serves as liaison between Board of Assessors, County Commission, County Attorney, Department of Revenue and other public agencies and private entities
Serves as advisor and liaison to the Gainesville Hall County Development Authority, Economic Development Council and City of Gainesville Tax Allocation District committee
Prepares and makes presentations to neighborhood groups and agencies as needed
Responds to media inquiries and conducts interviews and appearances
Regular and predictable attendance is required
Performs other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Real Estate or related field
Seven years property appraisal experience of which at least three years is in a supervisory capacity
Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the minimum level of qualifications stated above
Georgia Department of Revenue Appraiser IV Certification. Must meet annual requirements to maintain certification
Valid Class I Driver's License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
Knowledge of mass appraisal and property valuation principles, practices and alternative approaches regarding real property
Knowledge of the techniques and methods of personal property appraisal
Knowledge of tax laws and regulations governing taxable property and its depreciation
Knowledge of accounting methods relating to depreciation
Knowledge of basic materials and methods used in residential, industrial and commercial building construction
Knowledge of real estate practices and activity in the area
Knowledge of Agricultural Conservation Use Program
Ability to make mathematical calculations and tabulations with speed and accuracy
Ability to plan, assign, supervise and direct the work of subordinate employees
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public
Company
Hall County Government
The mission of Hall County Government is to promote, encourage and develop a strong, viable community and ensure that all citizens share in prosperity by providing efficient, accessible and responsible public service.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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