Appraiser, Equalization - (Howell, MI)

DESCRIPTION Under the supervision of the Deputy Equalization Director is responsible for appraising and determining the value of residential, personal and agricultural properties. Performs field assessment of properties and assists in the development and compilation of data for tax appraisal. Performs other duties pertaining to data management and customer service. DUTIES 1. Appraises real estate and personal property for tax purposes, including the appraisals of residential, personal, and agricultural properties. Determines assessed value, capped value, and taxable value for residential, personal, and agricultural properties. 2. Analyzes data, values property, prepares findings and defends valuations. 3. Conducts field inspections to verify sales and/or measure residential, personal, and agriculture sites, structures and property, and prepares valuation appraisals. 4. Verifies the accuracy of property descriptions, info on condition of structures, property improvements, and land use. 5.