Appraisal Manager

Job Description:

Appraisal Manager

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What You'll Be Doing

Wake County Tax Administration is looking to hire their next Appraisal Manager. Is this the career that fits your professional skill set? This position reports to the Appraisal Director and works in collaboration with the other Appraisal Managers to manage staff and work processes of the real property appraisal division.

As a Real Property Appraisal Manager, you will:

• Oversee the daily duties of real estate senior appraisers, appraisers, appraiser associates and support staff within the real property appraisal division of the Tax Administration

• Specialize in supervising the detailed work and research necessary for appeals, a quality assurance/quality control team and the training and professional development of new and existing appraisal staff

• Assist in interviewing and hiring real estate appraisal staff and support staff

• Identify and implement, if necessary, changes to business processes

• Coordinate with the Wake County Information Services department and external vendors to implement and maintain software platforms necessary to produce sound appraisals

• Work collaboratively with other appraisal managers and provide backup for residential revaluation and annual real property assessment tasks

• With the Appraisal Director, develop and monitor work plans, operational and revaluation budgets

• Assist in developing requests for proposals and managing contracts

• Assist the Appraisal Director with/on special projects or external inquiries as needed

About Our Team

Wake County Tax Administration is looking for a Real Property Appraisal Manager to join our team. As an Appraisal Manager, you will enjoy competitive pay, excellent benefits and lead a team that focuses its work in the most fiscally responsible, customer focused and service driven approach possible. This is an additional manager position added in the FY 2025 budget. It’s an exciting opportunity to become part of a team-oriented group of managers. It’s true, not many taxpayers enjoy receiving a property tax bill, even though taxes go to support the many important services needed in a community. Our team goes above and beyond to ensure the citizens of Wake County receive a fair and accurate assessment. The many local, state and national awards we have proudly earned reflect our dedication to innovative first-rate service and performance. With over 435,000 parcels, properties in Wake County range from vacant land to single family residences to apartment buildings to commercial high rises, all needing to be assessed fairly and equitably. Our office encourages continued professional growth through working towards IAAO designations and other continuing education opportunities.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field
• Four years of experience in accounting or appraisal
• North Carolina Department of Revenue - Real Property Appraiser II within 1 year of employment
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• Four years of management experience working in an urban government setting
• Strong understanding of all approaches to valuation including cost, sales comparison, and income
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of local government taxation and of the North Carolina Machinery Act
• Extensive experience with appraisal and assessment of real property
• Robust data extraction and analysis skills
• Significant experience with report generation and distribution
• IAAO designation of AAS preferred but not required

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Strength in exercising independent and sound judgment in analyzing situations and making decisions involving a variety of fiscal and business areas
• Exceptional communicator with the ability to express oneself clearly, concisely, and factually with tact and diplomacy
• Strong conflict resolution abilities to effectively manage concerns and disputes
• Detail oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated history of continuous improvement and strong leadership and management experience

About This Position

Location: Justice Center Raleigh, NC 27610

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: 8:25am - 5:10pm

Hiring Range: 84,519 - 118,322

Market Range: 84,519.00 - 152,126.00

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 1/27/2025

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

Salary:

84,519 - 118,322