Residential Field Appraiser I

Are You....
 

• A Team-oriented creative thinker with strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills?
• Organized and attentive to detail with a strong customer focus and a genuine interest in the appraisal of real estate?
• Technically savvy? Can you successfully use Microsoft products and business tools?
• Able to learn, adapt and thrive in a work environment with multiple priorities and customer needs?

The Department of Assessments and King County value diverse perspectives and life experiences.  The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and veterans.

The Department of Assessments values innovation, creativity and engagement among its employees, and actively promotes organizational improvement and new approaches to existing operations and issues.

The Opportunity....
 

• To expand your interest in real estate, utilizing your excellent analytical and problem solving skills, while working both in an office and field environment.
• To work within a culturally and generationally diverse environment.
• To collaboratively set fair and equitable residential property values.
• To use your communication skills with the public to convey property assessment policies and procedures.

Who We Are....
Just like the industry leaders in our region, we are looking for action oriented creative thinkers who are able to multi-task and bring their technical skills and desire for excellence to our team.
We are an award winning leader and innovator in government property assessments. With over 200 employees and an annual budget of over $25 million, the department administers King County's property valuation and assessment process. The Assessor's Office has a significant impact on the funding received each year by a wide range of important County public services. To learn more, please visit our website at: http://www.kingcounty.gov/Assessor.aspx.
 
APPLICATION PROCESS:
This exciting opportunity to join County government is open to all applicants. A King County Application (paper or electronic) is required, and we highly recommend that you include a resume and cover letter with your application materials.  Please be sure to explain how you meet the competencies discussed above and identify your transferrable skills.

Please contact Richard Watson, at 206-263-2356, or richard.watson@kingcounty.gov if you have any questions regarding this opportunity.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Union Membership:  Positions in this classification will be represented by Teamsters, L763.  Union membership and accompanying dues will be required within 30 days of employment.
Working Conditions:  Incumbents in the position work both in an office environment and perform field work.
Accommodation:  If you need accommodation in the hiring process, or an alternate format of this announcement, please contact Richard Watson, at 206-263-2356, or richard.watson@kingcounty.gov  for other options.
The following are required as a condition of employment as a Residential Appraiser:
 

• Possession of an Assessor's Accreditation Certificate as required by the state of Washington or the ability to obtain accreditation within twelve (12) months of hire;
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Washington State Driver License; and
• Ability to use a personal vehicle in the performance of field work assignments;
• A successful background check and reference review and pre-employment physical examination.