Salary: $4,809.42 - $6,261.62 MonthlyLocation : McMinnville, ORJob Type: Regular Full-TimeJob Number: AO25-004Department: Assessor/Tax CollectorDivision: Assessment and TaxationOpening Date: 12/12/2024Closing Date: 1/10/2025 3:00 PM PacificPLEASE NOTE: Salary is dependent on experience. Yamhill County typically hires between steps 1-4The Yamhill County Assessment and Taxation Department is seeking a Business Personal Property Appraiser to join their team. The goal is to fill this position with the most competitive candidate as a Property Appraiser I or Property Appraiser 2 based on the candidate's level of experience. Qualifications: Prior experience with Business Personal Property and Machinery and Equipment is preferred. The position requires a high school diploma or GED. A bachelor's degree in real estate, business, public administration, or related field is preferred. An associate degree in real estate with emphasis in appraisal or a related field with experience may be accepted. Appraiser certification is required within 6 months of hire. A valid license to drive in Oregon is required in addition to an acceptable driving record as driving is required for this position.The Candidate: The successful candidate will be computer literate and proficient Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. They will have excellent organizational and communication skills, both verbally and in writing. They must be self-directed and detail-oriented with the ability to work in a team environment and to interact with co-workers and members of the public in a courteous, professional manner. Standing for several hours or traversing over uneven terrain and hillsides may be required at times to perform this job. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this classification with or without accommodation. The BenefitsYamhill County offers generous employee benefits:
- 15 paid holidays per year.
- 19.5 days of Flexible Earned Time (FET) accrual in the first year (based on an 8-hr day).
- PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) - 100% employer funded contributions.
- Full health benefit offerings with employee premiums starting as low as $58.82/month for 2024 to2025 plan year. *
*Subject to the (7/1/2023 - 6/30/2026). Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this classification with or without accommodation. Our CommunityYamhill County has approximately 109,000 residents and is a very desirable place to live in the heart of the Willamette Valley wine country. Yamhill County is home to Linfield University and Chemeketa Community College in McMinnville and George Fox University and Portland Community College in Newberg. Yamhill County is centrally located in the Willamette Valley, within close proximity to the Oregon Coast, the Portland and Salem metropolitan areas, and the Oregon Cascade Mountains. Wide varieties of indoor and outdoor recreation opportunities are available. We have the benefits, appeal and superior quality of life found in a small-town community, while enjoying active social and cultural lifestyles found in larger metropolitan areas.Required InformationUnder the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, any person hired or rehired is required to provide evidence of identity and eligibility for employment. The County verifies the valid work authorization of each employee using Form I-9 and the E-Verify Program.Yamhill County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants are considered for employment based on their qualifications without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other factor prohibited by law or regulation. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Do not include information or photos that would identify those personal traits. Documents included with this identifying information will be removed from the application packet.Some positions require a criminal history check and a review of driving record. All County positions require regular, prompt, and consistent attendance.Accommodation Under the Americans With Disabilities ActReasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance, please contact Human Resources at 503-###-#### or via email at Veterans' PreferenceUnder Oregon law ORS 408.225-408.238, veterans who meet the minimum qualifications for a position may be eligible for hiring preference. If you think you may qualify, a Veteran's Hiring Preference Form must be completed and submitted with application. For the form and information for this process please If you need assistance with completing an application for employment or with obtaining a Veteran's Hiring Preference Form, please contact Human Resources at 503-###-#### or via email at Status of Your ApplicationYou will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Yamhill County communicates with all candidates via e-mail. If you opt out or unsubscribe from e-mail notifications from NEOGOV, it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Types and quality of building construction.
- Modern principles and practices used in property appraisal and all three of the approaches to value.
- Materials used in building construction.
- The fundamental principles of property tax laws for the State of Oregon.
- State statutes and administrative rules applicable to property appraisal.
SKILL IN:
- Reading and understanding appraisal manuals.
- Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, other county employees, and the general public.
ABILITY TO:
- Read, understand and apply appraisal manuals, legal requirements and land use/zoning regulations.
- Gather, analyze and interpret statistical appraisal data.
- Interpret appraisal, aerial, soil, and topographical maps.
- Read and understand maps and legal descriptions.
- Review and evaluate appraisals in a uniform manner.
- Draft clear and concise reports relating to property appraised.
- Read and understand building construction plans, specifications and blueprints.
- Read, understand, interpret, and apply state statutes and administrative rules governing property appraisal.
- Interact with the public in a courteous and tactful manner, sometimes under stressful situations.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Assist in problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
- Perform arithmetic computations, as needed.
- Work independently.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, other county employees, and the general public.
- Attend work as scheduled and/or required.
Minimum Experience and Training/Other Requirements MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:Two years of experience at a level equivalent to an Appraiser I. Related experience in real estate, residential building construction, building inspection or related field may be substituted. A BA/BS degree (or higher) in real estate, business administration or a related field OR any combination of experience or education equivalent to two years in a field that would demonstrate the capacity to work as a property appraiser. Examples include: previous experience dealing with the public, in construction, real estate, or as a property appraiser.Possession of Oregon State Certification as property appraiser is required.OTHER REQUIREMENTS:Ability to secure and maintain a driver's license valid in the state of Oregon, or an acceptable alternative means of transportation. May be required to drive a county vehicle. Employees authorized to operate a private vehicle on County business are required to carry a valid driver's license and liability insurance minimums as outlined in ORS 806.070.May be subject to successful completion of a background check. Work Environment/Physical Demands WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS SUMMARY:The incumbent typically works in an office environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office. Incumbent may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the workday.The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle or feel, and to stand, walk, reach, bend or lift up to 20 pounds regularly and 30 pounds occasionally.Contact with the public in home or office environments may risk exposure to irrational/hostile behavior, contagious diseases, or contact with domestic animals.The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned, to ensure workload coverage. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This job description does NOT constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the organizational needs and requirements of the job change.The job specification requirements stated are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform this job successfully. Any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training which ensures the ability to perform the work may substitute for the above so that the employee will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.Health Coverage - Group medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage is available for the entire family. For the 2024-2025 plan year, the County will pay 97% of the monthly premium and employees will pay 3% ($58.82 per month) for the Base Plan. With this plan, employees are eligible for a $125 a month contribution into an HRA VEBA account. Buy-up plans are also available.Retirement - PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) contribution is 100% employer funded, which includes both contribution to PERS pension and IAP accounts (IAP contribution is 6% of salary).Short-Term Disability - 100% County paid.Life insurance - $10,000 for employee/$2,000 for spouse and children - 100% County Paid.Vacation/Sick Leave - Flexible Earned Time (FET) is a combination of vacation and sick leave. To start, employees earn 13 hours per month and future accruals increase based on years of service. After a year of service and depending on FET balance, employees may sell-back up to 40 hours of FET per year.
