Appraiser Lead

Bernalillo County•Albuquerque, NM

1d•$26 - $41

About The Position

Employees at Bernalillo County enjoy the ability to team up with each other to build a high quality of life for our county residents, communities, and businesses. In addition to being an organization with a strong focus on work-life balance, building a culture of flexibility, learning, and belonging the County offers many benefits. Employees of Bernalillo County enjoy many thoughtful rewards such as, but not limited to generous leave accruals; career development opportunities; remote & flex-work options as appropriate; longevity pay; education assistance program; health benefits; lucrative retirement; and so much more. The Appraiser Lead performs moderately to highly complex commercial and residential property assessments and valuations using accepted appraisal methods and Computer-Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) systems. Requires effective decision-making, multitasking, and timely, accurate execution of appraisal duties.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Public Administration, or a related field.
Two (2) years of work experience in an appraiser environment.
Successful completion of one (1) IAAO course within the first year of service.
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements.
One (1) IAAO Course may substitute for one-year work experience.
Employee must successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
Must have a valid New Mexico driver’s license by employment date and retain a valid NM driver’s license while employed in this position.
Employee must complete required FEMA training(s) as assigned to position.

Responsibilities

Appraises commercial and residential properties using advanced knowledge of appraisal principles, practices, and applicable regulations.
Applies advanced statistical methods, including factor analysis and predictive modeling, to assess real property.
Determines land values and analyzes geographic, neighborhood, and economic influences on property values using digitized land-based maps.
Conducts complex analyses of building materials, labor costs, market trends, and historical cost indexes for assessment purposes.
Handles special assignments involving complex appraisals and develops methodologies to apply new legislation or case law.
Serves as a supervisor, trainer, or mentor to lower-level appraisers in appraisal principles and practices.
Reviews appraisals prepared by lower-level employees to ensure compliance with departmental standards.
Responds to property owner and taxpayer inquiries and concerns.
Assists and supports lower-level staff during public interactions.
Prepares documentation and defends appraisals at County Valuation Board Hearings and in District Court.
Participates in departmental meetings to provide input on procedures and ensure consistent operations.
Researches and analyzes appraisal issues to improve valuation processes, workflows, and operations.