Residential Appraiser II

Akron, Ohio | Columbus, Ohio | Mansfield, Ohio | Dayton, Ohio | Cleveland, Ohio | Toledo, Ohio | Canton, Ohio | Cincinnati, Ohio | Findlay, Ohio | Troy, Ohio | Cambridge, Ohio

25-50%

• Drives to multiple property locations throughout the day, often exiting and re-entering the vehicle to perform data collection tasks.
• Inspects physical characteristics of buildings on various residential properties.
• Confirms property location using field documents, aerial imagery, and GIS maps.
• Measures buildings of different sizes, performing complex calculations for larger properties.
• Identifies primary building uses and special features of improvements on the parcel.
• Captures clear digital images of properties and parcel improvements.
• Enters updates to parcel data into the client-approved CAMA system.
• Verifies sales information for accuracy in the CAMA system and maintains personal production records to meet productivity targets.
• Analyzes market data, focusing on sales transactions, to support property valuation using the Cost, Income, and Sales Comparison Approaches (primarily cost and market).
• Completes other tasks, including the final review and valuation of unique residential properties.
• Communicates professionally with the public to explain the purpose of visits and answer questions.
• Represents the company and client respectfully, addressing public inquiries or referring them to a supervisor as needed.
• Trains and leads residential staff when required.
• Adheres to company policies, including those on safety, equal employment opportunity, business ethics, and anti-harassment, as outlined in the Employee and Safety Handbooks.

• High School diploma or equivalent work experience.
• Real estate and/or appraisal experience required; experience as a Residential Data Collector is preferred but not required.
• Obtain and maintain required certifications as specified by the jurisdiction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to research and resolve valuation issues accurately.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for accurate property data collection.
• Ability to work independently or collaborate effectively with a team.
• Proficient in reading maps and determining the exact location of properties.
• Ability to visualize and understand floor plan layouts.
• Must have reliable transportation and carry personal liability insurance for the vehicle used for work.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license issued by the state of residence.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), GIS-based software, and statistical software (e.g., NCSS, SPSS) preferred.