| Location | Statesville, NC |
| Salary | $56,225.08–$71,968.11 Per Year |
Real Property Appraiser I, II, III
Salary
$53,457.71 - $75,566.51 Annually
Location
Iredell County, NC
Job Type
Full-Time Permanent
Job Number
00664
Department
TAX ASSESSOR
Opening Date
11/03/2026
Closing Date
11/13/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Description
IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE STARTING YOUR APPLICATION:
YOU MUST COMPLETE THE APPLICATION IN ITS ENTIRETY AND SUBMIT THE APPLICATION BEFORE IT CAN BE SAVED IN THE SYSTEM.
YOU MUST ANSWER ALL REQUIRED QUESTIONS AND COMPLETE ALL REQUIRED SECTIONS OF THIS APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR EMPLOYMENT WITH IREDELL COUNTY
Under direct supervision performs standard professional work in the appraisal of real estate for tax assessment purposes. Responsible for performing a variety of real estate appraisal duties in an assigned area of the County, to assure that the final value for real property is valued in compliance with the North Carolina General Statutes and the Iredell County Schedule of Values. Work includes performing on-site inspections and analysis work to appraise standard residential properties, buildings and improvements made to sites, to appraise damaged homes to determine the present value, and to assign appropriate values to parcels created through land splits and combinations. Work also involves researching and gathering information to render an accurate judgment and involves controversial and appealable decisions. Must work with citizens to resolve appeals or to present and defend information on value decisions to the Board of Equalization and Review. Ability to apply, with supervision, the schedule of values from the last County reappraisal. Tact and diplomacy are required in working with property owners and their representatives. Subject to inside and outside environments and hazards associated with site measuring tasks on construction projects. Work is performed under direct supervision and is evaluated through conferences, review of work, records and documents and feedback from citizens.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
With direct supervision performs standard field listing and assessing duties; appraises residential dwellings, farm, and vacant properties, and building improvements such as pools, piers and storage buildings; determine exterior and interior dimensions of buildings, including the foundation, exterior walls, type of roofing, number of rooms and areas, finishes, types of HVAC, etc.; determines functional and physical depreciation of the structure; photographs properties, documents field measurements and enters property information into tax appraisal software.
Makes decisions as to the quality and construction details of the property being assessed to maintain consistency within neighborhoods; appraises properties by giving the structures or land a fair and consistent evaluation with the market value for tax assessment.
Prepares tax cards for entry into the computer system, making sure the field work needed is legible, complete and the market factor is consistent with other properties in the same neighborhood; enters data into computers from tax cards.
Works land splits in assigned area, appraising subdivisions and tracts of land newly split among owners; re-appraise land affected by rezoning, changing economic conditions or other factors affecting market value.
Work with properties and attempts to resolve any appeals before going to the Board of Equalization and Review; researches and compiles information substantiating values and defends values on appeals before the Board.
Communicates with property owners during the appraisal processes, answers questions from taxpayers, attorneys, appraisers, real estate agents and other regarding questions about tax value, sales, location etc.
The real property appraiser may assist with duties in administration of the present use value program. Duties may include reviewing applications for eligibility, performing on-site reviews, verifying requirements for present use classification and calculating deferred taxes.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:
Performs related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
General knowledge of the NC Machinery Act and other state statutes governing the administration of tax on real estate and related property.
General knowledge of the standard Valuations Guides and other professional resources, procedures and standards for appraising residential properties, and the transfer of property.
General knowledge of current construction costs and materials, current property values, and future real estate and property issues.
General knowledge of the geographic layout of the County.
General knowledge of the tax listing and assessing procedures.
General knowledge of the application of information technology to assigned duties.
Skills in operation of computers and to use various computer applications in the appraisal process and in the data base applications.
Ability to read and interpret descriptions of land and tax maps; and to sketch construction projects.
Ability to make computations accurately based on fair market value and the available data base.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Realtors, attorneys, property owners, contractors, and the general public.
Ability to coordinate and work effectively in appeals and controversial tax evaluation situations.
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.
Ability to handle the public courteously and tactfully.
Ability to learn policies, processes, and procedures.
Ability to operate a County vehicle to inspect sites.
Typical Qualifications
REAL PROPERTY APPRAISER I QUALIFACATIONS:
Salary Range: 53,547.71 - $68,541.06
Experience in real property appraisal; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
ADDITIONAL "REQUIREMENTS":
Certification by the North Carolina Department of Revenue as a Real Property Appraiser I within two (2) years of employment.
Reference North Carolina Department of Revenue Regulations for Appraisal Certification Levels I, II & III - July 1st, 2017.
Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver's License.
This position is designated as an authorized Motor Vehicle Operator for Iredell County and requires adherence to the Iredell County Vehicle Operations Policy.
REAL PROPERTY APPRIASIER II QUALIFATIONS:
Salary Range: $56,225.08 - $71,968.11
Graduation from a four year College or University with major course work in Real Estate, Business or a related field, and experience in real property appraisal and NCDOR Real Property Appraiser I certified.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
North Carolina Department of Revenue Real Property Appraiser I Certification, the individual must pass three (3) additional 30 hour classes given by the International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO), two (2) IAAO 15 hour workshops and the 15 hour USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice) class.
Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver's License.
When filled from outside, employee required to have prior related experience which allows employee to meet the qualification standards for the Appraiser II Level.
REAL PROPERTY APPRIASIER III QUALIFATIONS:
Salary Range: $59,036.35 - $75,566.51
Graduation from a four year College or University with major course work in Real Estate, Business or a related field, and experience in real property appraisal; and NCDOR Real Property Appraiser II Certified.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
In addition to the North Carolina Department of Revenue Real Property Appraiser II Certification, the individual must pass two (2) additional 30 hour classes given by the
International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO), three (3) IAAO 15 hour workshops, and the 7 hour USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice) class.
Possession of a valid NC Driver's License.
When filled from outside, employee required to have prior related experience which allows employee to meet the qualification standards for the Appraiser III Level.
Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver's License.
Reference North Carolina Department of Revenue Regulations for Appraisal Certification Levels I, II & III - July 1st, 2017.
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What is the highest level of education completed?
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Do you possess a valid North Carolina Drivers License?
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Are you certified as a Real Property Appraiser I, II or II by the North Carolina Department of Revenue? If so please list your level of certification:
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I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you havent completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.) Resumes and/or cover letters may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit.
Required Question
Employer Iredell County
Address P. O. Box 788
200 South Center Street
Statesville, North Carolina, 28677
Phone 7048713467