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We’re glad you’re considering the Sarasota County Property Appraiser as a prospective employer! 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 & 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 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!

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Veterans' Preference: In order to qualify, Additional documentation must be submitted with your application.

To apply

Applying for employment with our agency is now easier than ever. Simply follow the steps below:

  1. Complete the Employment Application form (Fillable PDF). Be sure to answer all questions completely and electronically sign and date where indicated.
  2. Save the completed form on your computer/device.
  3. Attach your completed application and resume and email to jobs@sarasotapropertyappraiser.gov. It’s that easy!

You can also fax your submission to (941) 861-8243, or mail/hand deliver to:

Sarasota County Property Appraiser

Attn: Human Resources

2001 Adams Lane

Sarasota, FL 34237

 

An EOE, including disability/veterans

 

Full-time Positions 

This position has responsibility for the North County (Sarasota) office Residential appraisal staff.  In addition, the Supervisor has an assigned residential zone that includes conducting appraisals of residential properties.  Activities include oversight of research and available market data, collection of field data, discussions with taxpayers, verification and reconciliation of available data in order to indicate just values for properties, and preparation of appraisal and Value Adjustment Board cases, as well as other assigned aspects of management support. Reports to the Residential Valuation Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

  • Provides direction and supervision of Appraisal staff and supports the Residential Manager in assigned duties as needed
  • Provides assistance to subordinate employees regarding appraisal guidelines
  • Identifies and coordinates field inspections
  • Prepares works schedules and assigns duties to Appraisal staff within specific areas
  • Oversees and schedules vehicle pool, including assignment, repairs, and maintenance, includes office equipment
  • Evaluates performance of subordinate assigned personnel
  • Initiates disciplinary action of assigned personnel
  • Conducts and oversees special projects as assigned
  • Attends organizational meetings and provides input as required
  • Responds to questions from public regarding valuation or statutory issues
  • Prepares presentations and attends VAB hearings regarding valuation appeals
  • Participates in the hiring process
  • Handles employee relations issues
  • Provides support to other areas and supervision as required
  • Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university required and 3 – 5 years of related experience
  • Management experience required
  • Varying combinations of education and experience will satisfy required minimums.
  • Valid Florida driver license

Professional work in mass appraisal of residential real property in Sarasota County.  Activities include property inspection and collection of field and market data, research, organization, analysis, and interpretation of market data in order to establish just values for real property; discussions about and explanations of value with taxpayers and preparation of single property assessment reviews for oral presentation in Value Adjustment Board public hearings, or legal challenges to value.  Reports to the Residential Valuation Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Collects, analyzes, interprets, and processes data
  • Assists with professional development and training of less experienced Appraisers as directed
  • Able to recognize and anticipate data or valuation problems and develop solutions
  • Conducts and ensures property inspections are completed in accordance with Florida Laws
  • Develops and utilizes regression analysis and other statistical models 
  • Specifies and calibrates valuation models on a mass appraisal basis
  • Receives and makes telephone calls to taxpayers regarding concerns of property valuations
  • Determines just values based upon analysis of location, use, income, and other factors
  • Utilizes the three approaches to value
  • Able to develop adjustments from market data
  • Allocates values and makes adjustments for split or combined properties
  • Prepares and presents data and information to Value Adjustment Board as required
  • Other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION

  • Associates degree with 5 or more years of related experience in mass or single property appraisals with CFE, State Certification, or
  • Bachelor’s degree and 3 to 5 years of related Appraisal experience with CFE, State Certification
  • Those employees hired without proper certifications must achieve them within specified periods of time
  • Varying combinations of education and experience will satisfy required minimums
  • All courses and certifications must be completed before promotion to the Senior or Management level
  • Valid Florida driver license

Part-time Positions

There are no part-time positions available at this time.

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