Harvey County

Field Appraiser/Personal Property - Harvey County

Newton, KS

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Under the general supervision of the County Appraiser, this nonexempt position is responsible for the administrative, clerical and field support of the Appraisal department functions for Harvey County. Work involves gathering data for the purpose of property valuation, conducts field appraisal of properties, assists with research in valuation and appeal of property values, responds to public inquiries, and conducts the valuation of personal property, aircraft assessments and exemptions, and recording building permits.

Employment type:
Full-time position

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following, Other duties may be assigned.

  • Compute, record, and proofread data, land records, descriptions, and other information, such as records or reports.
  • Conduct field appraisals of residential and agricultural properties, and property sales, which include property visits, data collection, analysis, and update of records.
  • Conduct informal appeal hearings, which include data verification, research and a preliminary study of property under protest.
  • Conduct final review of residential, agricultural and commercial properties prior to mailing of Change of Value Notices.

Required Education and/or Experience:
High school education or G.E.D.; six months to twelve months related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:
Associate's degree or equivalent from two year-college or technical school; or one year to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum starting rate is $16.45.

Open until filled.EOE.