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Iowa Department of Administrative Services Property Appraiser 3 in State of Iowa, Iowa
Property Appraiser 3
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Property Appraiser 3
Salary
$59,321.60 - $92,040.00 Annually
Location
State of Iowa - Remote, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
24-03855
Agency
625 Iowa Department of Revenue
Opening Date
05/10/2024
Closing Date
5/27/2024 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag
#LI-POST
Point of Contact
Samantha Basar samantha.basar@iowa.gov
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Job Description
The Iowa Department of Revenue’s Local Government Services Division is currently seeking a Property Appraiser 3 to assist the section in a variety of duties throughout the Department including:
Assessor Education
Assessor and Deputy Register
Distributions of State Funding Credits and Exemptions
Local Option Taxes
Appraisal
Central Assessment
Utility Tax Replacement
Equalization
This position will independently appraise all classes of properties statewide for assessment
equalization purposes, using standard appraisal and methodology in accordance with the
Code of Iowa and Iowa Administrative Rules. The Iowa Department of Revenue will provide
a thorough training to anyone who lacks Commercial, Residential, Industrial, or Agricultural
appraisal experience. In this fully remote position you will be responsible for:
Commercial valuation of property
Residential valuation of property
Industrial valuation of property
Agricultural valuation of property
Ability to travel and work outdoors when collecting pertinent data for appraisals
Implementation and teaching of the State of Iowa Real Property Appraisal Manual
Provide training for assessor’s offices and their staff
Perform sales analyses and other appraisal studies
Proficient in using CAMAvision to value appraisals
Assist in continuing education and assessor testing
Implementation and training of the Declaration of Value (DOV) system
Talking with tax payers and verifying information about real estate transactions
Increase appraisal knowledge by completing educational requirements and attending other appraisal related conferences and seminars
Creating Microsoft Excel documents
Assist in Equalization
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the following:
Appraisal practice and theory
Ability to organize annual cycles and meet deadlines
Capable of self-direction while managing a two year workload/cycle.
CAMAvision technology experience and knowledge
Employer Highlights:
The Iowa Department of Revenue is a well-respected employer. We are focused on providing excellent customer service, while offering a wonderful team atmosphere, work-life balance, free parking, and remote work. We offer a flexible working environment and opportunities to work from home with the ability to work from anywhere in the State of Iowa as long as it is your primary residence. We have a total compensation package for all of our full-time employees, including:
Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS)
Retirement Investors Club (RIC)
Flexible Working Environment- Work from Home Opportunities
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Vacation Leave
Sick Leave
Paid Holidays (9 days/year)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
The mission of the Iowa Department of Revenue is to serve Iowans and support the state government by collecting all taxes required by law, but no more. Our strength is driven by the skills, talents, and diversity of our people. We value and promote diversity and inclusion in every aspect of our business and at every level of our organization. If you’re looking for a career with an organization that values its employees and customers, you’ve come to the right place.
Supplemental Information:
At the Iowa Department of Revenue, we value employee safety first and foremost. This is why we will use every resource possible to ensure this hiring process stays within the current guidelines related to COVID-19. If selected to move forward, please be aware that at this time interviews will be conducted virtually using a webcam teleconferencing method.
Applicants must reside within the state of Iowa to qualify for this position.
We are seeking candidates with a variety of work experience or education.Some examples of combinations of experience that would qualify for this position include:
8 total years of experience (as described in part a listed below) would qualify
6 total years of experience (as described in part a listed below) plus 2 years of college or university coursework would qualify
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:
1) Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in any field, and experience equal to four years of full-time work in property appraisal, assessment, or sales negotiations; mortgage banking; real estate sales, development, or management; property acquisition; or as a mortgage broker.
2) All of the following (a, b, and c):
a. Three years of full-time work experience in property appraisal, assessment, or sales negotiations; mortgage banking; real estate sales, development, or management; property acquisition; or as a mortgage broker; and
b. A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full-time experience; and
c. One year of graduate-level education and/or full-time experience (as described in part a), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full-time experience.
3) Certification as a Certified Assessment Evaluator in accordance with the requirements of the International Association of Assessing Officers.
4) Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes eighteen months of full-time work as a Property Appraiser 2.
For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/PropertyAppraiser3-00369.pdf)
Additional Qualification Requirements
Applicants must be available to travel in an assigned area of the state. Employees must arrange transportation to and from assigned work sites.
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Paid Time Off:
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
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Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.
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Have you graduated from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in any field, AND have four years of full-time work in property appraisal, assessment, or sales negotiations; mortgage banking; real estate sales, development, or management; property acquisition; or as a mortgage broker?
Yes - I have graduated from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in any field, AND have four years of full-time work in property appraisal, assessment, or sales negotiations; mortgage banking; real estate sales, development, or management; property acquisition; or as a mortgage broker
I have not graduated from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in any field, AND I do not have four years of full-time work in property appraisal, assessment, or sales negotiations; mortgage banking; real estate sales, development, or management; property acquisition; or as a mortgage broker
I have graduated from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in any field BUT DO NOT have four years of full-time work in property appraisal, assessment, or sales negotiations; mortgage banking; real estate sales, development, or management; property acquisition; or as a mortgage broker
I have NOT graduated from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in any field BUT DO have four years of full-time work in property appraisal, assessment, or sales negotiations; mortgage banking; real estate sales, development, or management; property acquisition; or as a mortgage broker
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Do you possess the following: Certification as a Certified Assessment Evaluator in accordance with the requirements of the International Association of Assessing Officers?
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No
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Are you a current permanent State of Iowa employee with current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes eighteen months of full-time work as a Property Appraiser 2?
Yes
I am not a current permanent State of Iowa employee
I am a current permanent State of Iowa employee but do not have eighteen months of full-time work as a Property Appraiser 2 in the state executive branch
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Do you meet A, B and C: A. Three years of full-time work experience in property appraisal, assessment, or sales negotiations; mortgage banking; real estate sales, development, or management; property acquisition; or as a mortgage broker; and B. A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full-time experience; and C. One year of graduate-level education and/or full-time experience (as described in part a), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full-time experience.
Yes - I meet A, B and C
I do not meet A, B and C
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Agency
State of Iowa
Agency
625 Iowa Department of Revenue
Address
Hoover State Office Building, 4th Floor
1305 E Walnut St
Des Moines, Iowa, 50319
Website
https://tax.iowa.gov/
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