Description
Manage real estate appraisal and assessment operations to deliver credible, consistent property valuations and compliant tax assessments. Lead staff, set methods and quality standards, oversee complex assignments and data systems, and represent the organization in reviews and appeals.
- • Oversee valuation methodologies to ensure credible, standards-compliant appraisals.
- • Review and sign appraisal reports, verifying assumptions, methods, and conclusions.
- • Direct market data collection and analysis to identify trends supporting valuations.
- • Manage field inspection strategies and conduct spot checks on complex properties.
- • Establish uniform, equitable assessment policies and procedures.
- • Ensure accurate parcel data, maps, characteristics, and exemptions are maintained.
- • Supervise verification of ownership and legal descriptions using public records and GIS.
- • Oversee validation of property transfers and correct records as needed.
- • Approve cost, sales comparison, and income models, including depreciation and replacement cost tables.
- • Ensure accurate income and expense analyses for income-producing properties.
- • Maintain curated sales and land value databases for valuation support.
- • Set standards for photos, sketches, and diagrams in appraisal documentation.
- • Monitor zoning, building codes, and local market conditions for valuation impacts.
- • Lead neighborhood and amenity evaluations that influence property values.
- • Plan and manage cyclical reappraisals and reviews for new construction or demolition.
- • Train, mentor, and evaluate appraisal staff; assign workloads and priorities.
- • Implement quality control audits and resolve valuation discrepancies.
- • Explain and defend assessed values at hearings and testify when required.
- • Oversee taxpayer and client communications on appraisals and tax matters.
- • Manage completion and certification of assessment rolls and verify billing accuracy.
- • Administer exemption and abatement programs and approve complex cases.
- • Develop performance metrics, dashboards, and reports for leadership.
- • Select and manage vendors or contract appraisers; control budgets and timelines.
- • Implement and optimize appraisal software, GIS, and data tools to improve workflows.
- • Ensure compliance with laws, appraisal standards, and internal policies.
- • Coordinate with legal, finance, and planning teams on valuation matters.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
