Career Opportunities

This full-time position located in our Sarasota office is professional work in the mass appraisal of commercial real property in Sarasota County.  Activities include property inspection and collection of field and market data, research, organization, analysis, and interpretation of market data in order to establish just values for real property; discussions about and explanations of value with taxpayers, and preparation of single property assessment reviews for oral presentation in Value Adjustment Board public hearings or legal challenges to value.

Essential Job Functions:

• Analyze, appraise, and review commercial real property using standard appraisal practices and procedures; travel to property locations, measure, photograph and assemble necessary records and field data; work closely with property owners, builders and developers. This includes a competent understanding and application of the income, sales and cost approaches to value.
• Input commercial property information into the CAMA system (Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal). Utilize other software as needed, including GIS applications and Microsoft Office suite.
• Understanding of generally accepted appraisal practice and Florida Statute 193.011.
• Research, review, and verify vacant and improved sales. Review deeds, listings, sale surveys and other documents to determine if sales should be qualified. Determine and apply appropriate sale qualification codes.
• Support values at Value Adjustment Board hearings. Assemble and organize data and analyses in preparation for depositions and testimony related to Circuit Court challenges.
• Consult in person and by telephone with taxpayers and other representatives to resolve appraisal and administrative problems; explain assessment criteria; answer questions regarding property values, appraisal techniques and statutory requirements.
• Assist with developing and maintaining commercial property valuation models including income modeling and CAMA adjustments.
• Establish effective working relationships with staff and act professionally and courteously when dealing with the public, staff of other agencies, or co-workers.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications/Education:

• High school or recognized equivalent. Further degree (Associates or Bachelors) from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, or Economics is preferred. Varying combinations of education and experience will satisfy required minimums.
• A minimum of five (5) years of varied technical appraisal experience and a CFE or related professional appraisal designation or state certification.
• Required knowledge of highest and best use theory; must be able to utilize the income, cost and sales comparison approaches to determine market value of commercial properties.
• Competent in the use of computers, databases, word processing and spreadsheets is required. Ability to use MS office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, TEAMS) comfortably and knowledgeably.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license.

This is professional work in the mass appraisal of residential real property in Sarasota County. Activities include gathering information for appraisers to determine and prepare physical parcel data and property descriptions. Information provided is compiled from actual site inspections including condition, improvements, new construction, and other actions that affect tax assessments and valuation. Reports to the Residential Valuation Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs onsite inspections and review of records to provide and update information 
• Updates County records and files to ensure accuracy of information 
• Reviews properties requesting permits for new construction or improvements 
• Edits and reviews data entered to determine accuracy and submits change requests 
• Assists in creating property descriptions 
• Responds to telephone calls as required 
• Prepares property sketches for inclusion with property record 
• Queries database and special computer software to secure information and data files as required 
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION

• Associates degree from an accredited college/university and 1 to 2 years of experience related to property inspections or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Varying combinations of education and experience will satisfy required. 
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy and possess an aptitude and willingness to learn. 
• Valid Florida driver license (or be obtained prior to start) 

This position is responsible for the coordination, research, implementation, and completion of recurring and special projects for the agency as well as the day to day handling of communications for the agency. Provides support in various areas of the organization as needed (i.e., Customer Service, TPP, VAB, and Appraisal support). Reports to the Director of Human Resources.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Duties/tasks are frequently non-routine involving variety and complexity
• Processes and distributes mail and other correspondence for agency
• Directs incoming communications to appropriate departments as needed
• Resolves most questions presented and problems and refers the most complex issues to higher levels
• Researches and implements changes and improvements to agency forms, reference and training manuals, questionnaires, and other agency documents as needed
• Influences and coordinates support from other staff (internal and external) to the agency to ensure successful project deliverables
• Participates in the review of the strategic plan to achieve the organization’s short and long-term objectives
• Plans and schedules project timelines, and tracks deliverables using appropriate tools
• Constantly monitors and communicates on the progress of projects, including problems and solutions, to all stakeholders
• Prioritizes tasks and projects to meet objectives, goals, and deadlines in a timely manner
• Works simultaneously on various projects while providing support to various departments based on their seasonal needs
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Project management experience, demonstrating the successful management of projects within project scope, timeline, and budgets
• 3+ years experience using technology to streamline processes and implement improvements
• Degree from an accredited college/university in Business, Public Administration, Communications, preferred. Varying combinations of education and experience will satisfy required minimums. Year-for-year basis may substitute for the college degree
• Valid Florida driver license