Appraiser Technician

Job Description

CLASSIFICATION DETAILS

As part of our total benefit package, Macomb County proudly offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, with no monthly premium to employees for single, two (2) person or family coverage. Health care, dental and vision benefits are effective the first day of employment.
To learn more about Macomb County benefit offerings click here.

DEPARTMENT: Equalization

HIRING AUTHORITY: Director

F.L.S.A STATUS: Non-Exempt, Overtime pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement or Human Resources and Labor Relations Policy

EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to probationary period

CURRENT HOURS AND STARTING TIME: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) position. The starting time for this position is currently 8:00 a.m.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under direction, performs varied clerical tasks that require independent action. May perform the following tasks: typing letters, reports, forms and other correspondence that requires attention to detail; maintains complex clerical records; files records and reports; posts information; sorts and distributes mail. May oversee the work of other clerical employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Updates and corrects information on records and forms.

Answer incoming telephone calls and relays messages to appropriate individuals or departments.

Assists others by providing them with a number of different services such as explaining technical regulations, policies and procedures or providing them with information.

Receives and processes warranty deeds and other related property transfer documents.

Assists management in the performance of audits and studies, including data collection and appraisal entry.

Assists appraisers with completion of required annual appraisals including data entry of appraisal information, updating sketches of properties, downloading photographs, and assisting out in the field.

Makes copies of reports and/or information, routes to appropriate people and/or departments, and files them once completed.

Receives, screens, sorts and/or counts materials such as applications, permits and forms.

Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

• Possession of a high school diploma or a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test
• A minimum of two (2) years of clerical experience

Preferred Education and Experience

Required Licenses or Certifications

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Office terminology, procedures, equipment and business math
• Microsoft Office, Google Workspace and appraisal software programs: BS&A Assessing.Net, Apex, and Pivot Point

Skill in:

• Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships
• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios
• Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignments

Ability to:

• Effectively speak, write and understand the English language
• Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred
• Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions
• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
• Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public
• Work in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign
• Work independently
• Work in a variety of environments including in person or virtually using a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS

N/S=Never/Seldom   O=Occasionally   F/C= Frequently/Continuously

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

N/S=Never/Seldom   O=Occasionally   F/C= Frequently/Continuously

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND DISCLAIMERS

Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations.

The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 411 bargaining unit represents this position. Therefore, there may be contract language which could require consideration in the selection process.

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