REAL PROPERTY APPRAISAL TECHNICIAN II 0611

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, an employee in this class investigates complaints filed with the Real Property Tax Service Agency, documents findings and writes reports on the results. The incumbent provides assistance to assessing offices throughout the County, answers inquiries from the public and performs field and office work in the collection of real property appraisal data. Supervision is received from a technical supervisor. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Investigates claims of assessment error submitted by the Assessor, taxpayer or attorney, and seeks out supporting documentation to either prove or disprove the claim;

Prepares investigation reports;

Provides over-the-counter assistance and information to the public concerning the Suffolk County Tax Map and the sale of maps;

Provides general information to the public regarding assessment, and answers inquiries about exemption-from-taxes grievance forms and the correction of assessment errors;

Supplies office appraisers with the data necessary for preparation of real property appraisals;

Makes physical inspection of land and structures being appraised or investigated, and takes necessary pictures and measurements.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of the methods, procedures and materials used in real property appraisal and assessment; good knowledge of sound investigation procedures; good knowledge of pertinent Real Property Tax laws; ability to read deeds and maps for locating property; ability to draw simple sketches, maps and plans; ability to make arithmetic computations with speed and accuracy; ability to keep records and prepare reports; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; good judgment; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and three (3) years of experience in the valuation of real property or in gathering of information to be used in the valuation of real property.

NOTE: Additional education from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State will be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.

PROMOTIONAL

One (1) year of permanent competitive status as a Real Property Appraisal Technician I.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license at the time of appointment; and throughout the term of their employment in this title.

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SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

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