Charlotte County Property Appraiser - Paul L. Polk, CFA, AAS, RES
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Employment Opportunities

Application

An application must be completed. If a resume is available, please attach it to the completed application. This application pertains to openings in the Property Appraiser’s office only. If you wish to apply for a position with the Board of County Commissioners or another Constitutional officer you must complete another application at those offices.

Review Of Qualifications

All active applications are reviewed when a position becomes available. If you are to receive further consideration at that time, you will be contacted by telephone. If you are not contacted, your application will remain in our active file. All applications are kept active for six months from the date of application. If you call to update your application within those six months, the application will be updated from the date of your call.

Interview

Interviews are granted on the basis of qualifications, depending on the position that is available.

Selection

At each step in the process a candidate's qualifications are carefully reviewed for further consideration. If you are selected for the position you will be notified via telephone and given an exact date and time to report to work. If you are interviewed and not selected, you will receive notification by mail stating that the position has been filled. Your application will remain in the active file.

Thank you for your interest in the Property Appraiser's Office. If you have any questions, please call 941-743-1470.

NOTE: Please retain this letter for your records.

Job Description Summary:
This role is an entry-level position within the public service sector, primarily focused on clerical tasks and maintaining regular professional interactions with the public. The position involves coordinating with and providing assistance to the Records Director. Successful candidates will receive training in public service operations, processing written and electronic correspondence, and handling exemption applications.
Minimum Qualifications:
  1. Valid Florida Driver’s License within 30 days of employment.
  2. High School diploma or equivalent.
  3. Must be familiar with and able to utilize personal computers, office software, and basic office equipment.
  4. Possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  5. Acceptable typing skills.
  6. Must be able to read cursive.
General Duties:
  1. Represents the Property Appraiser or Director in communication with property owners, with the public, and with other government agencies.
  2. Provide information and support to the public concerning assessed values and available exemptions.
  3. Collection and processing of data used for a timely and accurate completion of the annual tax roll.
  4. Become knowledgeable of department policies and procedures in compliance with state statutes, regulations, and guidelines. Remain current with all Department of Revenue changes, legislative updates, and court decisions.
  5. Accept telephone calls and route to appropriate personnel as necessary.
  6. Compose and process official correspondence, both electronic and written.
  7. Prepare and process mass mailings in a timely manner in accordance with monthly requirements.
  8. Maintains various records regarding budget, office policies, taxpayer information, and appeals in accordance with retention policies.
  9. Performs document imaging and filing duties.
  10. Maintains inventory and ordering of Department office supplies.
  11. Prepare and schedule local paper and public announcement advertisements.
  12. Provides support to others in fulfilling their responsibilities as needed.
  13. Performs other detail intensive work-related intricacies as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  1. Ability to organize workload.
  2. Ability to gather and analyze data.
  3. Ability to work accurately with a filing system.
  4. Ability to process various forms of correspondence.
  5. Ability to work in a team environment.
  6. Experience in public service.
Environmental conditions:
  1. Functions for this position are primarily performed in an indoor, climate-controlled environment in close proximity to others.
  2. May be required to lift up to 25 pounds.
  3. Position requires occasional attendance at weekend or evening meetings and conferences.
Benefits:
HEALTH INSURANCE
Group medical coverage includes physician services, hospitalization, prescription drugs, maternity, and mental health benefits. Dependent coverage is available if employees wish to cover a spouse and/or child(ren). Premiums may be paid on a pre-tax basis.

DENTAL INSURANCE
Coverage for preventative and diagnostic care such as exams, cleanings and x-rays is at 100%. Restorative care such as fillings, extractions, root canals and oral surgery are covered after a deductible and co-insurance limits have been satisfied. Major services such as crowns, dentures and bridges are covered after a deductible and co-insurance have been satisfied. Orthodontic coverage is also available for children under age 19.

VISION COVERAGE
Coverage includes eye examination and lenses in network, paid at 100% after a $10 copay. Exams and lenses are available every 12 months; frames are available every 24 months.

LIFE INSURANCE/ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT (AD&D):
Term life insurance and AD&D coverage equal to two times annual salary, not to exceed $50,000. Premium is at no cost to employees.

LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD)
An optional benefit available at the employee's expense. LTD provides coverage after an employee is unable to work for 6 months. The benefit is 60% of monthly salary up to age 65, or according to the age schedule if over 65 at the time of the disability.

SHORT TERM DISABILITY (STD)
An optional benefit available at the employee's expense.  STD Provides replacement of wages when an employee is unable to work due to a non occupational injury/illness.  The benefit is 60% of weekly salary after the employee has been unable to work for 30 days.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS
Medical and dependent care accounts are available on a pre-tax basis for payment of qualified out-of-pocket medical or daycare expenses.

OTHER OPTIONAL PLANS
During Open Enrollment, optional plans are available at the employee's expense.  These include cancer policies, accident policies and optional life insurance for employee, spouse and child(ren).

The County also offers retirement plans and other Special discount offers not listed here.

Salary:
$34,320

Where to Apply:
Send Resume and application to: CCPAAdministration@charlottecountyfl.gov, or mail to:
Charlotte County Property Appraiser
Attn: Administration
18500 Murdock Circle, Room 328
Port Charlotte, Florida 33948-1076

Closing Date:
Open until position filled.
Job Description Summary:
This is an entry-level position under the general direction of the Director. This position provides direct assistance to the public and requires skilled technical work in assisting with the development and maintenance of the Property Appraiser’s official assessment roll. Individuals will be trained in the functions of public service, valuation processing, and with accepting/processing/evaluating consolidations, cuts and statute related documentation.
Minimum Qualifications:
  1. High School diploma or equivalent.
  2. Ability to effectively communicate with others.
  3. Valid Florida Driver’s License.
  4. Must be familiar with and able to utilize computers. Must have experience in the use of software such as MS Excel, MS Word to compile, interpret, analyze, and display data.
  5. Previous Customer Service experience is preferred..
  6. A willingness to learn and retain Florida Statutes.
  7. Willingness to obtain Certified Florida Evaluator (CFE) designation.
General Duties:
  1. Represents the Property Appraiser or Director in communication with property owners, with the public, and with other government agencies.
  2. Assist public in obtaining desired information from office records and providing information necessary to ensure accurate maintenance of the tax rolls.
  3. Assist customers, in person, over the phone and electronically with office and or county related questions.
  4. Represents the Property Appraiser or Director in communication with property owners, with the general public, and with other government agencies.
  5. Furnish information and assistance to the public regarding assessed value caps, legal description, ownership, addresses, sales, statutory requirements for exemptions.
  6. Answer non-technical questions as needed.
  7. Accept telephone calls and route to appropriate personnel as necessary.
  8. Data entry as required along with research of property information for assisting appraisal team.
  9. Create working files as needed.
  10. Assist others with completion of their duties as necessary.
  11. Operate various office machines including radio correspondence with field staff.
  12. Maintain car logs for field staff for daily operations.
  13. Ability to work independently, self-motivated, and task oriented.
  14. Advise Director of all matters affecting departmental operations coming to your attention.
  15. Provides support to others in fulfilling their responsibilities as needed.
  16. Performs other detail intensive work-related intricacies as required.
Preferred Skills:
  1. Ability to organize workload.
  2. Ability to gather and analyze data.
  3. Knowledge of Charlotte County is a plus, but not required.
  4. General knowledge of taxing districts.
Environmental conditions:
  1. Functions for this position are primarily performed in an indoor, climate-controlled environment in close proximity to others.
  2. Infrequent periods of driving a county vehicle, exposure to environmental changes (e.g., outdoor weather and/or field conditions), standing, walking, bending, and/or working on irregular surfaces.
  3. May be required to lift up to 25 pounds.
  4. Position requires occasional attendance at weekend or evening meetings and conferences.
Benefits:
HEALTH INSURANCE
Group medical coverage includes physician services, hospitalization, prescription drugs, maternity, and mental health benefits. Dependent coverage is available if employees wish to cover a spouse and/or child(ren). Premiums may be paid on a pre-tax basis.

DENTAL INSURANCE
Coverage for preventative and diagnostic care such as exams, cleanings and x-rays is at 100%. Restorative care such as fillings, extractions, root canals and oral surgery are covered after a deductible and co-insurance limits have been satisfied. Major services such as crowns, dentures and bridges are covered after a deductible and co-insurance have been satisfied. Orthodontic coverage is also available for children under age 19.

VISION COVERAGE
Coverage includes eye examination and lenses in network, paid at 100% after a $10 copay. Exams and lenses are available every 12 months; frames are available every 24 months.

LIFE INSURANCE/ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT (AD&D):
Term life insurance and AD&D coverage equal to two times annual salary, not to exceed $50,000. Premium is at no cost to employees.

LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD)
An optional benefit available at the employee's expense. LTD provides coverage after an employee is unable to work for 6 months. The benefit is 60% of monthly salary up to age 65, or according to the age schedule if over 65 at the time of the disability.

SHORT TERM DISABILITY (STD)
An optional benefit available at the employee's expense.  STD Provides replacement of wages when an employee is unable to work due to a non occupational injury/illness.  The benefit is 60% of weekly salary after the employee has been unable to work for 30 days.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS
Medical and dependent care accounts are available on a pre-tax basis for payment of qualified out-of-pocket medical or daycare expenses.

OTHER OPTIONAL PLANS
During Open Enrollment, optional plans are available at the employee's expense.  These include cancer policies, accident policies and optional life insurance for employee, spouse and child(ren).

The County also offers retirement plans and other Special discount offers not listed here.

Minimum Salary:
$36,379

Where to Apply:
Send Resume and application to: CCPAAdministration@charlottecountyfl.gov, or mail to:
Charlotte County Property Appraiser
Attn: Administration
18500 Murdock Circle, Room 328
Port Charlotte, Florida 33948-1076

Closing Date:
Open until position filled.

Job Description Summary:
Under the supervision of the Senior Commercial Appraiser and Real Property Director, this position is responsible for the valuation of assigned commercial, industrial, and multi-family properties for ad valorem property tax purposes. An appraiser in this position will be required to participate in the research, collection, and analysis of available market data relating to the appraisal of assigned properties. An appraiser in this position will be required to consult with property owners and/or their agents to resolve complicated appraisal and administrative issues, explain assessment procedures, answer questions regarding property values, appraisal techniques, and statutory requirements. An appraiser in this position will also be required to explain and defend complicated appraisals to a Special Magistrate appointed by the Value Adjustment Board, or in legal proceedings.
Minimum Qualifications:
  1. High school diploma or equivalent. Additional degrees (Associate’s or Bachelor’s) from an accredited college or university with a focus in Business Administration, Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, or Economics are preferred.
  2. Possession of a valid Florida driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
  3. State Certification or professional designation bestowed by a recognized appraisal organization is strongly preferred. Certified Florida Evaluator (CFE) designation is required but can be obtained within two (2) years of employment if applicant has a State Certification or other designation.
  4. Minimum of five (5) years of varied technical single/mass appraisal experience. Varying combinations of education and experience can satisfy minimum requirements.
  5. Competent in the use of computers, databases, word processing, spreadsheets, and sketch programs. Ability to use Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams) to compile, analyze, interpret, and display data.
  6. Must be able to develop and utilize the cost, sales comparison, and income approaches to estimate the market value of commercial and/or multi-family real estate for most properties and most complicated property types.
  7. Effective in verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
General Duties:
  1. Participate in the research and collection of income and expense data, market-derived capitalization rate and gross rent multiplier data, cost data, comparable sales data, and other market data relating to the appraisal of commercial, industrial, and multi-family properties. Work closely with business/property owners, realtors, builders, developers, and other market participants.
  2. With minimal supervision, maintain accurate property record files utilizing a Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) system and other software applications. Process cuts, consolidations, zoning changes, and other tasks assigned while understanding how complicated property changes affect a property’s assessed and capped values.
  3. Research, review, and verify vacant or improved sales. Review deeds, listings, sale surveys, and other documents to determine if sales should be qualified. Determine and apply appropriate sale qualification codes in all property transfer scenarios with minimal supervision.
  4. Conduct site inspections or complete desktop reviews, as necessary, to measure, photograph, evaluate condition of improvements, and assemble necessary records for various property types with minimal supervision.
  5. Develop, maintain, and apply knowledge of professional appraisal practices, standards, and laws necessary for effective performance of the Property Appraiser’s office.
  6. With minimal supervision, analyze, appraise, and review commercial or multi-family real property assignments using standard appraisal practices and procedures. This includes an experienced understanding and application of the income, cost, and sales comparison approaches to value for most property types and complicated property types.
  7. Consult in person and by telephone with property owners and/or their agents to resolve complicated appraisal and administrative issues, explain assessment procedures, answer questions regarding property values, appraisal techniques, and statutory requirements.
  8. Explain, prepare evidence packages, and defend complicated appraisals to property owners and/or their agents, before the Value Adjustment Board, Special Magistrate, or in legal proceedings.
  9. Make recommendations for value changes or tax roll corrections as necessary.
  10. Maintain confidentiality of personal identifying and financial information as required by law.
  11. Establish effective working relationships with co-workers and act professionally and courteously when dealing with the public or the staff of other agencies.
  12. Adhere to the Charlotte County Property Appraiser’s Deputy Manual of Personnel Policies.
  13. Assist with the training of new personnel in a non-supervisory capacity.
  14. Assist others, as needed, with their duties to ensure timely and accurate completion of tax roll.
  15. Advise Senior Commercial Appraiser of all matters affecting departmental operations coming to your attention.
  16. Provides support to others in fulfilling their responsibilities as needed.
  17. Performs other detail intensive work-related intricacies as required.
Environmental conditions:
  1. Functions for this position are primarily performed in an indoor, climate-controlled environment.
  2. Infrequent periods of driving a county vehicle, exposure to environmental changes (e.g., outdoor weather and/or field conditions), standing, walking, bending, and/or working on irregular surfaces.
  3. The employee may occasionally be required to lift up to 25 pounds.
  4. This position requires occasional attendance at weekend or evening meetings and conferences.
Benefits:
HEALTH INSURANCE
Group medical coverage includes physician services, hospitalization, prescription drugs, maternity, and mental health benefits. Dependent coverage is available if employees wish to cover a spouse and/or child(ren). Premiums may be paid on a pre-tax basis.

DENTAL INSURANCE
Coverage for preventative and diagnostic care such as exams, cleanings and x-rays is at 100%. Restorative care such as fillings, extractions, root canals and oral surgery are covered after a deductible and co-insurance limits have been satisfied. Major services such as crowns, dentures and bridges are covered after a deductible and co-insurance have been satisfied. Orthodontic coverage is also available for children under age 19.

VISION COVERAGE
Coverage includes eye examination and lenses in network, paid at 100% after a $10 copay. Exams and lenses are available every 12 months; frames are available every 24 months.

LIFE INSURANCE/ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT (AD&D):
Term life insurance and AD&D coverage equal to two times annual salary, not to exceed $50,000. Premium is at no cost to employees.

LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD)
An optional benefit available at the employee's expense. LTD provides coverage after an employee is unable to work for 6 months. The benefit is 60% of monthly salary up to age 65, or according to the age schedule if over 65 at the time of the disability.

SHORT TERM DISABILITY (STD)
An optional benefit available at the employee's expense.  STD Provides replacement of wages when an employee is unable to work due to a non occupational injury/illness.  The benefit is 60% of weekly salary after the employee has been unable to work for 30 days.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS
Medical and dependent care accounts are available on a pre-tax basis for payment of qualified out-of-pocket medical or daycare expenses.

OTHER OPTIONAL PLANS
During Open Enrollment, optional plans are available at the employee's expense.  These include cancer policies, accident policies and optional life insurance for employee, spouse and child(ren).

The County also offers retirement plans and other Special discount offers not listed here.

Salary:
$49,000 to $69,539

Where to Apply:
Send Resume and application to: CCPAAdministration@charlottecountyfl.gov, or mail to:
Charlotte County Property Appraiser
Attn: Administration
18500 Murdock Circle, Room 328
Port Charlotte, Florida 33948-1076

Closing Date:
Open until position filled.
Job Description Summary:
Under general supervision this position is responsible for gathering and analyzing building and construction information on all property types within Charlotte County. The improvement appraiser performs on-site property inspections of occupied/unoccupied properties and desk top reviews to measure, sketch and collect physical building characteristics, including condition, quality of workmanship and materials.
Education/Experience Requirements:
  1. Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
  2. Experience in appraisal, real estate, construction, or related work preferred.
  3. Familiarity with Charlotte County and ability to read maps for navigational purposes.
  4. Have experience in the use of software such as MS Excel, MS Word, Outlook to compile, interpret, analyze, and display data.
  5. Possession of a valid Florida driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
  6. Ability to obtain Certified Florida Evaluator Certification following the six-month introductory period and within 4 years of employment.
Job Duties and Essential Functions:

The job duties illustrated are intended only as examples of the types of work performed by incumbents assigned areas. Omission of specific duties does not exclude them from a position if the duties are similar, related or are a logical assignment of the position.

  1. Measure, sketch and photograph/image improvements, record construction characteristics such as type, shape, condition, age, and other relevant data and notes; classify improvements in accordance with current office standards and DOR standards.
  2. Physically inspect applicable properties as requested or needed.
  3. Review and verify building permits.
  4. Develop knowledge of laws, regulations, and skills necessary for effective performance of duties.
  5. Utilize, digital imagery technology in partial fulfillment of the statutory requirements to inspect every property once every five years.
  6. Maintenance of accurate property record files.
  7. Familiarization with location and characteristics of applicable property types.
  8. Process new accounts and analyze legal descriptions, permits, cutouts, consolidations of assigned properties.
  9. Perform other related work as assigned and assist others as needed, with their duties to ensure timely and accurate completion of tax roll
  10. Contact property owners as necessary to obtain information to accurately update property data.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Appraiser I is expected to acquire knowledge and demonstrate skills reflected below within first twelve months of employment.

  1. Ability to demonstrate, with a reasonable degree of independence, sound judgment relative to assigned appraisal inspections.
  2. Knowledge of techniques, methods and procedure of property appraisals including recognized approaches to valuation, general land values and land use characteristics in the County.
  3. Ability to define problems, collect data and establish facts, draw valid conclusions and recommended actions with limited supervision.
  4. Knowledge of real estate appraisal methods and techniques including types of building construction.
  5. Knowledge of or ability to learn the Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) system to organize, plan and prepare daily work activities necessary to mass update values.
  6. Knowledge of statutes and ordinances governing appraisal of real property.
  7. Knowledge of legal descriptions, metes and bounds and related means of locating property from County maps.
  8. Ability to answer questions tactfully and provide information to the public.
  9. Ability to price, grade and classify properties.
  10. Skilled in operating a desktop computer and/or tablet and related software applications.
  11. Ability to review properties in a timely manner.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands:
  1. Functions for this position are performed both outdoors and in the office with periods of driving county vehicle.
  2. Frequent driving, standing, walking, bending, and/or working on irregular surfaces.
  3. The employee may occasionally be required to lift up to 25 pounds.
  4. Requires occasional attendance at weekend or evening meetings and conferences.
Salary:
$33,280

Benefits:
HEALTH INSURANCE
Group medical coverage includes physician services, hospitalization, prescription drugs, maternity, and mental health benefits. Dependent coverage is available if employees wish to cover a spouse and/or child(ren). Premiums may be paid on a pre-tax basis.

DENTAL INSURANCE
Coverage for preventative and diagnostic care such as exams, cleanings and x-rays is at 100%. Restorative care such as fillings, extractions, root canals and oral surgery are covered after a deductible and co-insurance limits have been satisfied. Major services such as crowns, dentures and bridges are covered after a deductible and co-insurance have been satisfied. Orthodontic coverage is also available for children under age 19.

VISION COVERAGE
Coverage includes eye examination and lenses in network, paid at 100% after a $10 copay. Exams and lenses are available every 12 months; frames are available every 24 months.

LIFE INSURANCE/ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT (AD&D):
Term life insurance and AD&D coverage equal to two times annual salary, not to exceed $50,000. Premium is at no cost to employees.

LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD)
An optional benefit available at the employee's expense. LTD provides coverage after an employee is unable to work for 6 months. The benefit is 60% of monthly salary up to age 65, or according to the age schedule if over 65 at the time of the disability.

SHORT TERM DISABILITY (STD)
An optional benefit available at the employee's expense.  STD Provides replacement of wages when an employee is unable to work due to a non occupational injury/illness.  The benefit is 60% of weekly salary after the employee has been unable to work for 30 days.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS
Medical and dependent care accounts are available on a pre-tax basis for payment of qualified out-of-pocket medical or daycare expenses.

OTHER OPTIONAL PLANS
During Open Enrollment, optional plans are available at the employee's expense.  These include cancer policies, accident policies and optional life insurance for employee, spouse and child(ren).

The County also offers retirement plans and other Special discount offers not listed here.

Where to Apply:
Send Resume and application to CCPAAdministration@charlottecountyfl.gov
or
18500 Murdock Circle, Room 328
Port Charlotte, Florida
33948-1076

Closing Date:
Open until position filled.
Job Description Summary:
Under the direction of the Real Property Director the Residential/Commercial Improvements Senior Appraiser supervises the work by other department personnel in the gathering and analyzation of all residential/commercial improvements for ad valorem tax purposes. Conducts on-site inspections of occupied/unoccupied properties and desk top reviews to measure, sketch and collect physical building characteristics, including but not limited to, type, condition, quality of workmanship and construction materials.
Education/Experience Requirements:
  1. Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma, Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  2. Minimum of seven (7) years mass and/or single property appraisal experience or seven years of experience in construction management or a related field. Equivalent combination of education, training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide job-specific competencies also considered.
  3. State Certification (preferred) or professional designation bestowed by a recognized appraisal organization. Must obtain CFE designation within (two) years of employment. Enrollment in classes required to obtain CFE designation is contingent upon class availability and departmental needs.
  4. Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  5. Ability to interpret statistical measures accurately and efficiently.
  6. Have experience in the use of software such as Apex, Outlook, MS Excel, MS Word to compile, interpret analyze and display data.
  7. Management experience or demonstrated managerial ability.
  8. Familiarity with tools used in the field appraisal process such as but not limited to a tablet PC.
  9. Possession of a valid Florida driver’s license.
Job Duties and Essential Functions:

The job duties illustrated are intended only as an example of the types of work performed by incumbents assigned areas. Omission of specific duties does not exclude them from a position if duties are similar, related or are a logical assignment of the position.

  1. Act in a supervisory capacity over other department personnel. Conduct employee performance evaluations.
  2. Assist in the scheduling of requested leave and time sheets for department personnel.
  3. Coordinate all reviews in appraisers’ assigned work areas for timely completion of tax roll; including but not limited to permits, sales, owner request, and five-year reviews.
  4. Monitor the performance levels of staff to ensure timely completion of assigned work and ensure accuracy of data collection.
  5. Complete annual compilation and analysis of local construction cost data.
  6. Measure, sketch and photograph/image improvements, record construction characteristics such as type, condition, quality of construction and other relevant data and notes; classify improvements in accordance with current office standards and FL DOR standards.
  7. Conduct statistical analysis and review valuation techniques to accurately reflect market value of residential/commercial real property within the County.
  8. Maintain knowledge of professional appraisal practices and standards necessary for effective performance of the Property Appraiser’s office.
  9. Explain and defend appraisals to property owners and/or their agents, before the Value Adjustment Board, Special Magistrate, or in court.
  10. Assist others as needed, with their duties to ensure timely and accurate completion of tax roll.
  11. Training of new personnel.
  12. Assist with procedural changes necessary to meet new or additional requirements.
  13. Advise Assistant Director/Director of all matters affecting departmental operations coming to your attention.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Senior Appraiser Residential/Commercial Improvements is expected to acquire knowledge and demonstrate skills reflected below within the first six months of employment

  1. Knowledge of techniques, methods and procedure of property appraisals including recognized approaches to valuation, general land values and land use characteristics in the County.
  2. Ability to define problems, collect data and establish facts, draw valid conclusions and recommended actions with limited supervision
  3. Knowledge of real estate appraisal methods and techniques including types of building construction.
  4. Knowledge of or ability to learn the Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) system to organize, plan, review and prepare daily work assignments.
  5. Knowledge of Florida Statutes, and rules of Florida Department of Revenue related to the appraisal of real property.
  6. Knowledge of legal descriptions, metes and bounds and related means of locating property from County maps.
  7. Ability to answer questions tactfully and provide information to the public.
  8. Ability to identify and classify all types of commercial and residential improvements.
  9. Skilled in operating a desktop computer and/or tablet and related software applications.
  10. Ability to review properties in a timely manner.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands:
  1. Functions for this position are performed both outdoors and in the office with periods of driving county vehicle.
  2. Frequent driving, standing, walking, bending, and/or working on irregular surfaces.
  3. The employee may occasionally be required to lift up to 25 pounds.
  4. Requires occasional attendance at weekend or evening meetings and conferences.
Salary Range:
$48,530 to $84,928

Benefits:
HEALTH INSURANCE
Group medical coverage includes physician services, hospitalization, prescription drugs, maternity, and mental health benefits. Dependent coverage is available if employees wish to cover a spouse and/or child(ren). Premiums may be paid on a pre-tax basis.

DENTAL INSURANCE
Coverage for preventative and diagnostic care such as exams, cleanings and x-rays is at 100%. Restorative care such as fillings, extractions, root canals and oral surgery are covered after a deductible and co-insurance limits have been satisfied. Major services such as crowns, dentures and bridges are covered after a deductible and co-insurance have been satisfied. Orthodontic coverage is also available for children under age 19.

VISION COVERAGE
Coverage includes eye examination and lenses in network, paid at 100% after a $10 copay. Exams and lenses are available every 12 months; frames are available every 24 months.

LIFE INSURANCE/ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT (AD&D):
Term life insurance and AD&D coverage equal to two times annual salary, not to exceed $50,000. Premium is at no cost to employees.

LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD)
An optional benefit available at the employee's expense. LTD provides coverage after an employee is unable to work for 6 months. The benefit is 60% of monthly salary up to age 65, or according to the age schedule if over 65 at the time of the disability.

SHORT TERM DISABILITY (STD)
An optional benefit available at the employee's expense.  STD Provides replacement of wages when an employee is unable to work due to a non occupational injury/illness.  The benefit is 60% of weekly salary after the employee has been unable to work for 30 days.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS
Medical and dependent care accounts are available on a pre-tax basis for payment of qualified out-of-pocket medical or daycare expenses.

OTHER OPTIONAL PLANS
During Open Enrollment, optional plans are available at the employee's expense.  These include cancer policies, accident policies and optional life insurance for employee, spouse and child(ren).

The County also offers retirement plans and other Special discount offers not listed here.

Where to Apply:
Send Resume and application to CCPAAdministration@charlottecountyfl.gov
or
18500 Murdock Circle, Room 328
Port Charlotte, Florida
33948-1076

Closing Date:
Open until position filled.