Residential Field Technician - Sarasota

We’re glad you’re considering the Sarasota County Property Appraiser’s Office as a prospective employer! We are headquartered in the historic Terrace Building in Sarasota and with offices in Venice and North Port. The Sarasota County Property Appraiser’s Office offers competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package which includes health and dental coverage, a deferred compensation plan, vehicle for business use, fitness facilities, Florida Retirement System plan, eleven (11) paid holidays, a generous paid time off system, a flexible work schedule (for designated positions) and more. We search for individuals who can accept change, challenge, and are committed to our community. Our motto, “Serving our community with pride and accountability”, is what we do best!

Applicants must complete and submit the Employment Application found on our website at www.sc-pa.com to be considered for this position. Please submit your resume to accompany your application.

Applicants must complete and submit the Employment Application found on our website at www.sc-pa.com to be considered for this position. Please submit your resume to accompany your application.

This full-time position in our Sarasota office involves moderately complex work in gathering data for appraisal analysis and preparation to determine values for tax roll and Value Adjustment Board appeals.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Inspect properties to verify characteristics
• Review and verify building permits
• Measure and sketch residential properties
• Establish quality grades and effective age
• Communicate with taxpayers to explain valuations

Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge of construction materials and/or property inspections experience
• Appraisal knowledge to include understanding of quality grades and effective age
• Must be proficient in the use of MS Excel and Word, CAMA systems and GIS technology
• Able to provide examples of decisions made and judgment used
• Working knowledge of geometry
• Strong written and verbal skills
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Excellent customer relations
• Extremely attentive to detail

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Florida driver license (or be obtained prior to start)
• Impeccable organizational skills and time management
• High level of detail and accuracy
• Associates degree or equivalent work experience
• One year of appraisal experience

If this sounds like you, please complete and submit the Employment Application found on our website at www.sc-pa.com and attach your resume to be considered for this position. EOE, including disability/veterans

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Analysis Skills: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person