Real Estate Appraiser II

Effective July 13, 2024, compensation plans will be increased by 2% (market rate adjustment): https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hr/fy-2025-compensation-plan 

Under direction and supervision, responsible for residential real estate property appraisal, i.e. the determination of value for assessment of Fairfax County properties. Makes appraisals of residential classes of real estate (single family detached houses, condominiums, attached and townhouse dwellings). Appraises complex vacant residential sites and subdivisions, as well as special purposes properties such as churches and schools. Performs office research and field inspections of residential properties to gather data required for appraisals. Defends assessments in the administrative appeal process and at the Board of Equalization level. Meets with taxpayers, property tax representatives, attorneys and County officials to explain the assessment process. Prepares special reports and analyses of economic data. 

Illustrative Duties

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.)
Collects data for appraisal analysis of commercial and complex residential properties;
Analyzes data and applies income approach as well as other traditional approaches in determining property value;
Defends assessments in the administrative appeal process and before the Board of Equalization;
Assists the litigation team in preparing the defense of assessments in Circuit Court;
Responds to requests for assessment information and interpretation of the appraisal process from County officials and staff, the Board of Equalization, property owners and the public;
Assists in the training of new Real Estate Appraisers;
May provide leadership for major appraisal projects. 

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an-all inclusive list.)
Knowledge of the principles and practices of appraising commercial and complex residential properties;
Knowledge of local government tax assessment principles, policies, and procedures;
Ability to compute real estate values using income, market sales and cost appraisal methods;
Ability to organize and summarize facts related to appeal cases;
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with County officials, staff and citizens. 

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:
(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree; plus three years field experience in the appraisal of real property.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a credit check, and a driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

This position is emergency/essential services personnel. (Required to report for duty during inclement weather and/or other emergencies.)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Residential or Certified General Appraisal License, or
• Designation from the International Association of Assessing Officers (RES, CAE) and/or the Appraisal Institute (MAI, SRA, SRPA).
• Experience in mass appraisal for real estate assessments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to physically measure residential property construction, including houses, decks, additions, etc. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel Interview and may include a practical exercise.

The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.  
 
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov. EEO/AA/TTY.