• Comprehensive knowledge of current property appraisal principles and practices and Vermont property tax laws, including pertinent state and local statutes related to assessments, grand list, and notices. • Ability to maintain detailed and accurate records with advanced computer skills for spreadsheets, databases, and word processing. • Ability to perform contracted services in person. • Ability to interact personally and professionally with co-workers, members of the public, and other local and State entities in a professional and courteous manner always. • Ability to support departmental operations and procedures, including performing property inspections to collect relevant data and completing analyses necessary to ensure accurate valuation of real property. • Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the position. In addition, the following knowledge, skills, and abilities would be highly desired but are not required: • The ability to use Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal computer systems and understand modeling techniques. • 5 to 7 years of relevant experience in appraisal, real estate, economics, accounting, etc., and/or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (real estate, economics, accounting, public administration, etc.) preferred. • Independent judgment and initiative in establishing property values. • Be highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent mathematical and analytical skills and ability to utilize independent judgment.
