Appraiser II

LYON COUNTY, KANSAS

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: APPRAISER II ORIGIN DATE: 05/01/1995

REPORTS TO: ASSISTANT COUTNY APPRAISER REVISION DATE: 06/01/2022

DEPARTMENT: APPRAISER DEPARTMENT NO: 10-25

DIVISION: REAL ESTATE JOB CLASSIFICATION: NON-EXEMPT

GRADE: 6 JOB ZONE: 6.0 to < 7.0

I. JOB SUMMARY

This is a non-exempt position to collect and analyze data necessary to maintain and/or

modify the valuation parameters within the mass appraisal system. To conduct field

inspections, field interviews and surveys and otherwise maintain the databases necessary for

the maintenance of real property valuations on an annual basis.

The roles, responsibilities, job functions, knowledge, skills and abilities set forth herein may be revised from

time-to-time in order to comply with federal and state laws, departmental needs and the changing requirements

for this position.

II. PRIMARY DUTIES:

A. Collect (measure and list) data relating to the valuation of real property in the
county.

B. Validation of Sales in accordance with PVD guidelines.
C. Establish property values per consideration of calculation methodologies and

supervisor guidance.

D. Continue to gain knowledge of the proper application of the various valuation
approaches, state laws, and, PVD guidelines.

E. Compile and analyze data relating to the valuation of real property in the county,
including but not limited to the support of cost, market, and, income approaches for

residential and agricultural parcels

F. Conduct hearings with property owners regarding the valuation of their property.
G. Duty to maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a

manner so that employee gets along with customers, citizens, coworkers and

management.

H. Being pleasant, respectful and civil with others on the job and displaying a good-
natured, cooperative attitude.

I. Maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding
aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.

J. Obligation to be reliable, responsible, dependable, and fulfill duties.
K. Must show up for work on a regular and predictable basis as scheduled

III. INTERMITTENT DUTIES:

A. Complete and/or update data collection cards/mass appraisal database from physical
inspection, interpretation of returned questionnaires, and office-initiated reviews.

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B. Answer taxpayer questions relating to property descriptions, valuation criteria, and,
parameters.

C. Provide adequate defense of values during appeals and/or protests.
D. Compile and analyze sales data and provide for the maintenance of all related

databases.

E. Make most decisions relating to the collection of property characteristic data,
including assigning quality and CDU ratings.

F. Request/run queries and reports to assist in valuation analysis.
G. Perform other duties as needed upon request of immediate supervisor or department

head.

H. All functions and procedures in accordance with the standard operating procedures
(SOP’s) of the appraiser’s department.

IV. QUALIFICATIONS:

A. Requires valid driver’s license.
B. EXPERIENCE: Twenty-four (24) to forty-eight (48) months experience in a mass

appraisal position with moderate exposure to appraisal fundamentals and basic mass

appraisal theory/courses.

C. EDUCATION: High school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent required. PVD and
IAAO courses relating to the mass appraisal system.

i. Required Courses
a.

D. KNOWLEDGE: Good understanding of appraisal theory including its application
to mass appraisal. Good working knowledge of mass appraisal parameters relating to

the listing of agricultural and residential properties and market modeling.

Knowledge of state statutes, PVD directives and memorandums and SOP’s related

to ad valorem taxation. Good knowledge of basic mathematical principles. Some

statistical background helpful. Required to read, write and speak English fluently

with the ability to speak a foreign language helpful.

E. SKILLS:
i. Ability to read and interpret building blueprints, maps, sales documents, and

mass appraisal generated reports.

ii. Ability to deal effectively with property owners on both a verbal and written
basis

F. PROBLEM SOLVING: Included in decision making
G. DECISION MAKING: All but exceptional decisions relating to the collection of

property characteristic data, including the grading and assignment of CDU ratings to

all residential and agricultural structure types. Most decisions relating to the

appeals/protest process. Most decisions relating to verification of sales with all work

subject to approval of supervisor.

H. SUPERVISORY: Not applicable.
I. FINANCIAL/BUDGETARY: Not applicable.

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J. INTERPERSONAL: Contact with the Register of Deeds, County Clerk, BOCC,
Property Valuation Department, City Building Department, and, Other county

appraisers’ offices as needed.

K. WORKING CONDITIONS: Subject to periods of extreme heat or cold weather.
Some hazards exist such as building protrusions encountered while measuring, bad

dogs, livestock. Subject to overtime.

L. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires sufficient verbal acuity to read and write
and operate office equipment. Requires sufficient hearing level to be able to deal

with the public and to communicate with others directly or by telephone.

i. Employees hired after August, 2018: Lyon County/City of Emporia

(Company) understands that a job analysis is being completed in compliance

with the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA). One of the outcomes of

the job analysis is the determination of one or more job specific tests that

will either qualify or disqualify the post-offer or post-employment (fit for

duty) candidate for the position. For the Classification Series of LYON

COUNTY/CITY OF EMPORIA: OFFICE PERSONNEL: The Company

representative hereby acknowledges the following as valid physical

requirements assuming the following scale:

1. Physical Demands

a. Stand Frequently

b. Walk Frequently

c. Sit Frequently

d. Handling Frequently

e. Reach Outward Constantly

f. Reach Above Shoulder Frequently

g. Climb Occasionally

h. Crawl Occasionally

i. Squat or Kneel Occasionally

j. Bend Frequently

2. Lift/Carry

a. 10 LBS or Less Constantly

b. 11 to 20 LBS Frequently

c. 21 to 50 LBS Occasionally

d. 51 to 100 LBS Not Applicable

e. Over 100 LBS Not Applicable

3. Push/Pull

a. 12 LBS or Less Constantly

b. 13 to 25 LBS Occasionally

c. 26 to 40 LBS Occasionally

d. 41 to 100 LBS Not Applicable

4. Scale

a. Not Applicable - Activity is not applicable to this

occupation

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b. Occasionally – Occupation requires the activity up to 33%

of the time (0-2.5 hrs/day)

c. Frequently – Occupation requires this activity from 33%-

66% of the time (2.5-5.5 hrs/day)

d. Constantly – Occupation requires this activity more than

66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)

This job description has been examined for compliance with the Americans with

Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FSLA).

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-

inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully

perform the job.