Real Property Appraiser 

Position Objectives

The purpose of this position is to provide NC Certified Appraiser level of work for the department. This position will work with others in the Appraisal Department.

Position Summary
To perform a variety of duties involved in the discovery, administration and appraisal of real property within the
county for taxation. This position, under general supervision, is responsible for measuring and listing all
property types; defending ad valorem values before the Board of Equalization and Review along with assisting in
presenting cases to the NC Property Tax Commission; delineating neighborhoods; establishing property grades
and characteristics for reappraisal; along with cost, market and income studies for reappraisal.

Duties & Responsibilities

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Duties and Responsibilities
 Collect, compile, research, and analyze real estate data to facilitate accurate valuations
 Perform on-site inspections to verify physical characteristics of land and buildings, and to formulate
valuation decisions
 Verify and evaluate property sales and other real property information; apply this information to
provide an estimate of value appropriate to the property classification
 Review property valuation appeals, prepare written appraisals for valuation defense, including
investigation and formal response to protests, appeals and complaints, represents the county at
hearings, and testifies in court as required
 Prepare reports using a variety of statistical methodologies and software, and per guidelines established
by the Appraisal Standards Board
 Perform reviews of properties receiving deferment, exclusion or exemption status to assure assessment
uniformity as verified by state audit
 Assist taxpayers and other agencies and organizations to obtain real estate information, and provides
explanation of appraisal methods, statutes, and procedures
 Assist in other areas within the department as needed​

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Minimum Requirements

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​Minimum Requirements
● Ability to operate a computer
● Ability to drive a vehicle
● Ability to maintain effective working relationships with taxpayers and co-workers
● Ability to work outside where new construction may be in process
 
Desirable Training and Experience
 Knowledge of current laws, methods and procedures as outlined in the Machinery Act of North Carolina
 Completed all requirements to obtain status as a certified appraiser in North Carolina
 Recognized by the NCDOR or as a fee appraiser with the ability to obtain DOR certifications within the
next two years
 Two years’ experience working in county government or a combination of a related education back
ground and experience

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​Benefits

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Benefited after 30 days

Medical, dental, and life insurance
Sick, vacation, and holiday pay
Membership in the Local Government Retirement System

Supplemental retirement 401k/457

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​*For eligible employees who transfer to McDowell County directly from another Local Government Agency all benefits are effective immediately (no wait period).