Real Estate Appraiser I

This position is 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 noncomplex vacant residential sites and subdivisions, as well as special purpose properties such as churches and schools. Performs office research on and inspects real property 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. This position works under direction and supervision.

Note: This announcement may be used to fill multiple positions.

Position may be underfilled as a Real Estate Appraiser Trainee; the underfill requirements are stated below in the Employment Standards section. (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 job description.) Inspects properties and meets with citizens, builders, brokers, and other government agencies to collect data for the appraisal of residential properties; Collects and maintains data for appraisal analysis of residential properties using multi-listing information to check sales information and update building characteristics; Analyzes data and applies traditional mass appraisal approaches in determining residential property values while using individual judgment; Provides information to the public on real property legal requirements, appraisal procedures, and current market activity; Prepares charts and graphic presentations for the Board of Equalization using GIS (geographic information system) to illustrate uniformity and sales comparable properties; Presents oral, visual (charts and graphics), and written presentations, and defends assessments in the administrative appeal process and before the Board of Equalization; Researches the County Comprehensive Plan to evaluate the effect of adopted land use plans on property valuations; Measures, classifies, and values new construction, including custom houses; Maintains information for assigned subdivisions, including model types and sales data; Analyzes grantor/grantee transactions, including financial details, property characteristics, zoning/development issues, and buyer/seller motivations to develop an inventory of bona fide sales for market analysis. (The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.) Knowledge of Fairfax County ad valorem principles, policies, and procedures; Knowledge of the political, economic, social, and legal factors affecting the valuation of residential property in Fairfax County; Skill in applying the principles and practices of appraising residential properties; Skill in the use of personal computer applications, including electronic mail, the Internet, word processing, spreadsheet, multiple listing, digital photography, building diagramming, GIS (geographic information system), sales and uniformity query, and other relevant software; Ability to compute residential real estate values using the cost and market sales appraisal methods; Ability to employ accepted mass appraisal techniques when calculating and interpreting statistical data to insure uniformity and equitability of residential real property assessments; Ability to organize and summarize facts related to appeal/Board of Equalization cases; Ability to understand architectural, subdivision, and rezoning plans; Ability to communicate accurately and effectively, both orally and in writing; Ability to develop and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with County officials, staff, the professional real estate community, and citizens. 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 two years field experience in the appraisal of real property.

UNDERFILL REQUIREMENTS: This vacancy may be underfilled at the level of Real Estate Appraiser Trainee (S21, $60,894.29 - $106,565.06). The employment standards for the Real Estate Appraiser Trainee are:

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. Upon completion of the underfill agreement incumbents are either promoted to the class of Real Estate Appraiser I or are separated.

Click here to view the complete details and KSAs for the Real Estate Appraiser Trainee. Upon completion of an underfill agreement (which will require that the employee meet the employment standards stated above in addition to obtaining competencies and licensures defined by the hiring agency) the employee will be elevated to the level of Real Estate Appraiser I.

Underfill candidates must be able to meet the minimum qualifications of the Real Estate Appraiser I within two years of the job announcement's closing date of 11/20/26.

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 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:• Experience in mass appraisal for assessment purposes.

• Licensed Residential Appraiser.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Excel and Word.
• Real estate appraisal experience, including fee appraisal and assessment experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to physically measure non-residential and residential property in the field. Visual acuity is required to read data on a computer monitor. Ability to operate keyboard driven equipment and computer. Position frequently communicates and must be able to exchange accurate information with others verbally and in writing. Ability to drive a motor vehicle. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and may include exercise.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for 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. TTY 703-222-7314. [email protected] EEO/AA/TTY.

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