Residential Appraiser

Residential Appraiser

Dakota County, located in Minnesota's third largest county and home to more than 400,000 residents, is committed to achieving excellent public service with a focus on four values : Service, Integrity, People, and Innovation. The county aims to create an environment that is welcoming and inclusive of diverse people, backgrounds, and experiences. Dakota County promotes an equitable and culturally aware work environment where everyone can be their authentic selves.

Residential Appraisers value and classify all residential and agricultural properties in the County, including complex or difficult appraisals; inform and explain assessment procedures and individual assessments to the public or local boards of appeal and equalization; review previous assessments for problems or errors; and perform related duties as assigned. This posting will be used to fill up to 2 positions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of post-secondary education or training OR an equivalent combination of education and real estate related experience

Required license(s) :

Preferred Qualifications :

Duties & Responsibilities

These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the positions management approved work schedule is required for all positions.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and Work Environment

Work Environment : Lifting requirement of up to 20 pounds on an occasional basis. Exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, and vibration; atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases and poor ventilation; extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and intense noise may occur on the job. Must have the physical ability to work outside in all weather and inspect properties. Equipment used may include, but is not limited to, computer, tablet, printer, telephone, calculator, copy and fax machines, CAMA Appraisal System, tape measure, digital camera, letters, brochures, and spreadsheet programs.

Location and Schedule : Work is performed in a hybrid model with work performed via a combination of telework, within a County office building, and field inspections of properties. Work is generally performed Monday through Friday during regular business hours (8 : 00 a.m to 4 : 30 p.m., however some flexible scheduling is available with manager and supervisor approval.

Benefits

Selection Process