The purpose of this classification is to appraise real property to determine appropriate values for tax assessment purposes.

Interprets and applies state and local laws pertaining to property appraisal and assessment.

Conducts field reviews of residential/commercial real property; locates and identifies real property, referring to various maps, property indexes, directories and other documents; measures property size, shape, and square footage; calculates inaccessible areas of structures; collects and records data relating to number of rooms, type of construction, age, building materials, terrain, appearance, property, improvements, or other conditions effecting values; identifies various types of construction; draws sketches of structures; sketches soil maps for conservation; checks properties for boat dock permits; classifies each property and determines extent to which it is taxable; makes calculations and applies data to property appraisals.

Collects and organizes building permits used to locate and value properties; verifies accuracy of map and parcel numbers on permits; lists property data and submits permits for data entry.

Reviews various records and documentation in association with determining appraised values; collects, verifies, and applies data relative to land/property valuations, such as zoning, selling/asking prices, ownership, income, or building costs; researches public records of sales, leases, assessments, and other transactions; identifies other factors impacting value of existing properties, such as remodeling, new features, depreciation, changes in classification, zoning changes, or external forces such as noise, traffic, pollution, or other factors; takes such factors into consideration in determining appraised values; verifies comparable sales related to properties and makes appropriate adjustments.

Calculates fair market values and assessment values of real property; calculates approximate amount of property taxes due; maintains equalization of comparative properties.

Provides information and assistance to property owners, builders, surveyors, realtors, or other individuals regarding appraisal data, appraised values, property lines, ownership records, appeal rights, and related information; explains assessment laws to taxpayers; responds to questions, complaints, and correspondence from the public; resolves issues involving angry/irate taxpayers; provides information, researches problems, and initiates problem resolution.

Defends appraised values and valuation methods during appeals; conducts informal appeals to confirm validity of calculations and uniformity of property information; defends appraised values during Board of Equalization hearings as needed; maintains appropriate documentation and information to defend appraisals.

Conducts research of various sources; researches legal records such as deeds, deeds of trust, leases, assessments, or other records; researches returned mail to identify status of taxpayers.

Reviews/interprets property record cards; compares data on cards with actual property in field; identifies discrepancies and makes corrections.

Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, property record cards, sales reports, improvement reports, sketches/diagrams, or other documents.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

This classification is designated as a safety sensitive position which is subject to random drug and alcohol testing and any other drug testing methods as stated in policies adopted by Forsyth County concerning drug and alcohol.

Performs general/clerical tasks, which may include answering telephone calls, assisting customers at front counter, making copies, sending/receiving faxes, filing documentation, or processing incoming/outgoing mail.

Assists taxpayers in filing for homestead exemption and school tax exemption.

Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.

Performs other related duties as required.

High school diploma or GED; supplemented by one year of previous work experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must obtain State of Georgia Appraiser I Certification within one year of employment. Must be 21 years of age. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.

BENEFITS PROVIDED BY FORSYTH COUNTY TO FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES:

Personal Leave Accrual

Personal leave shall be accrued as follows:

0 – 1 Year - 12 days per year - 3.68 hours per pay period
1 - 4 Years - 20 days per year - 6.16 hours per pay period
5 - 14 Years - 25 days per year - 7.70 hours per pay period
15+Years - 30 days per year - 9.24 hours per pay period

Observed Holidays

New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving (2), and Christmas (2).

Medical Insurance
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners offers employees a choice of two medical plans offered by Aetna and a plan offered by Kaiser Permanente.

• Aetna Choice POS II - $2000 Individual Deductible (Basic Plan)
• Aetna Choice POS II - $1000 Individual Deductible (Plus Plan)
• Kaiser Permanente HMO- $0 Individual Deductible

Dental Insurance
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners offers two dental plans from Delta Dental:

• Base $1,000 Plan
• Buy-Up $1,500 Plan

Vision Insurance
The vision plan offered by Forsyth County Board of Commissioners is administered by Aetna and will offer office visit copays for exams, as well as copays for lenses, frames, and contacts.

Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners recognizes the importance of basic life insurance for all of its employees. The Board provides term life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) protection for each full-time employee. This is a County-paid benefit.

Disability Insurance – Short Term and Long Term
100% paid by Forsyth County. Eligibility begins date of hire.

Short Term Disability – 60% of weekly earnings to a maximum of $1,000.00 a week. Eligibility begins 14 days after an accident or sickness and has a benefit period of 24 weeks.

Long Term Disability – 60% of monthly earnings to a maximum of $5,000.00 a month. Eligibility begins at 26 weeks to coordinate with the end of Short Term benefits and continues 24 months (Own Occupation).

Additional Life Insurance and AD&D
Rates vary based on amount of coverage selected. Additional life insurance may be purchased for employee, spouse, and children.

Retirement Plan (401K)

Fully vested at five years of employment – 20% graduated vesting annually. Eligible to begin contributions immediately upon hire.

6 mos to 3 yrs – County matches 100% of a max 5% of employee gross contributions

3 yrs to 10 yrs – County contributes 5% of base salary & County matches 100% of a max of 5% of gross employee contributions

Over 10 yrs – County contributes 5% base & County matches 100% of a max of 5% of gross employee contributions & County matches 50% of next 5% of gross employee contributions