Property Appraiser III

 

AFSCME Union- Property Appraiser III

This position is represented by the AFSCME union and has the expectation to advance, which includes more opportunity for pay and increased responsibility.

Starting pay is $27.13/hour (This rate is non-negotiable and there is a 6-month probationary period). In this position you have the potential of making up to $36.43/hour. For more information reference the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement: AFSCME Union Contract 

Benefits offered with this position: AFSCME Benefits Summary 

Role Summary

To assist in evaluating and assessing the value of real and personal property throughout the City of Ann Arbor.

Essential Duties:

The Property Appraiser III duties are performed under the direct supervision of the Deputy Assessor or designee and may include, but not limited, to the following:

• Review building permits and conducting site inspections of residential property for purposes of adding new construction to the assessment roll
• Use Apex Sketching software to draw the property they visited
• Defend values at the Michigan Tax Tribunal
• Assist with the canvassing of personal property and conduct audits of personal property
• Assist with the daily entry of assessment information, both real and personal property into the assessor database for March, July and December Board of Review
• Assist with phone calls from residents and talking with customers at the front counter

Training and Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Equivalent
• Experience in real or personal property appraisal: at least one year

Training and Experience Preferred:

• Associate’s degree in assessment administration, business administration, accounting, engineering or a related field

Minimal Licensing Requirements (position requirements at entry)

• Valid MI Driver’s License
• State Tax Commission – Michigan Certified Assessing Technician (MCAT), or State Licensed Appraiser.
• State Tax Commission – Michigan Certified Assessing Officer (MCAO) within 18 months of employment

View Additional Requirements and Information at:  Property Appraiser Job Description