Employment Opportunities

ARB Administrator

HARRIS COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT
Human Resources Division
P.O. Box 920975
Houston, Texas   77292-0975
(713) 812-5815

JOB TITLE:  ARB Administrator          POSITION NO.:  310238

POSITION IS:    X   Exempt        Non-Exempt

TDLR REGISTRATION: Not Required

DIVISION:  ARB Operations

Leadership position in Administration of the independent Appraisal Review Board (ARB, ARB Executive Office and ARB Operations Division of the HCAD Support Services Department).  Develop solutions and implement strategies in conjunction with ARB Officers, Legal Counsel, ARB Executive Office Team, ARB Leadership Group, and HCAD Support Services Department for cost and time efficient operations in a constantly changing environment.  Responsible for the ARB scheduling process, production of panel assignments, overall hearing efficiency, reaching of annual performance milestones, monitoring and cost effective process improvement of ARB Operations as well as management of ARB/ HCAD shared resources; overall coordination and communication between ARB and HCAD and citizens of Harris County. Representation of ARB interests at high-level HCAD meetings.  Formal training and/ or proven track record in all of the following areas:  1) Organizational leadership and people management; 2) Legal and Property Tax Matters and/ or Appraisal; 3) Open or Proprietary MIS experience and/ or database management and administration.
 
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Graduate of an accredited four-year college or university with degree in administration/ management, law, appraisal, IT management, or equivalent; advanced degree a plus.
2. Extensive professional experience in administration/management, law, appraisal, IT management, or equivalent, with proven leadership, communication, and planning skills in a complex interdisciplinary environment.
3. Excellent personal computer skills (MS Office, specifically Access, Excel, PowerPoint) and database management experience, electronic document processing, electronic workflow planning and management; excellent skills in database administration and research; working knowledge of CAMA systems and/ or similar proprietary or open management information systems.
4. Knowledge of property or general tax administration and/ or appraisal techniques.
5. Strong inter-organizational communication skills (both verbal and written) when dealing with the general public, public officials, and public servants.
6. A positive, customer service oriented, and highly professional attitude.
7. The ability to maintain composure, think clearly, and make informed decisions when under pressure.
8. Demonstrated ability to lead and direct others and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
9. Ability to make and effectively communicate decisions in a complex and diverse environment.
10. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Physical and Mental Abilities:  The position requires considerable concentration, creativity and ability to manage time effectively.  It is subject to stress caused by a changing public environment, diversity in the organization, mandatory deadlines and heavy workload.  Requires the ability to operate office equipment and communicate on the telephone and face to face.

SALARY:  This is a full-time contract position at $25 - $33 per hour and not eligible for employee benefit package.  Upon satisfactory review, at the end of a four (4) month evaluation period, a permanent offer with compensation commensurate with education and experience and full benefit package may be made.

CLOSING DATE:  This position will be open until filled.  Interested applicants should submit an application, resume, cover letter with salary history, and unofficial transcript to:

Tthe Human Resources Division at
13013 Northwest Freeway,
Houston, TX 77040,
fax to 713.957.5664 or email to tdelbasty@hcad.org.

(posted September 1, 2010)

Field Appraiser

The Scurry County Appraisal District is accepting resumes for the position of Field Appraiser.  Applicant should have good communication, math, computer and organizational skills.  Responsibilities include office and fieldwork associated with the appraisal of residential and commercial properties.  Prefer a minimum of two years experience in mass appraisal but not required. Applicant must have valid Texas Driver’s License and proof of liability insurance. Please send resumes to:

Larry Crooks, Chief Appraiser
Scurry County Appraisal District
2612 College Ave
Snyder, TX 79549

Or resume may be emailed to:
lcrooks@scurrytex.com

Scurry CAD is EOE

(posted August 21, 2010)

Residential Appraiser for Bexar Appraisal District

Bexar Appraisal District is seeking an experienced Residential Appraiser. Responsibilities include field data collection, data analysis, valuation of properties and representing the District at informal and formal protest hearings and in State District Court as necessary.

Minimum requirements: 

• High School Diploma and two years of mass appraisal experience and successful completion of TDRL Course #1 and one intermediate level course during first year of employment OR a four year college degree with relevant courses in business accounting, finance, real estate or management.
• Strong math skills (mastery of college level math)
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• A Texas Driver’s License with a good driving record

Preference will be given to candidates with an RPA or equivalent and extensive mass appraisal experience.

Candidates must have proven verbal and written presentation skills with accurate and flexible analytical skills in order to conduct credible, timely and convincing appeal hearings.

Competitive Salary and Comprehensive benefits package to include; employer paid Medical, Dental, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance and Retirement Program (TCDRS) plus a generous auto fuel allowance.

Submit resume and application (www.bcad.org) to:

Bexar Appraisal District
Human Resources
411 N. Frio
San Antonio, TX 78207
FAX-210-242-2451
E-Mail—hr@bcad.org

E.O.E.

(posted August 11, 2010)

FIELD APPRAISER

Cass County Appraisal District is currently accepting resumes for FIELD APPRAISER.  Experience as an ad valorem tax appraiser, college degree or real estate experience is preferred.  Applicant should be responsible, professional and have good communication skills.  Applicant must have valid Texas Driver’s License and proof of liability insurance.  Knowledge of True Automation is preferred but not necessary.  Candidates should submit a resume detailing appraisal and work experiences in real and personal property with salary requirements and cover letter to the attention of:

Cass County Appraisal District
502 N Main Street
Linden, TX  75563

paula@casscad.com

CCAD IS EOE

(posted July 27, 2010)

Land /Ag Appraiser, Residential Appraiser, and Asst. Director Information Technology

Employment Opportunities Travis Central Appraisal District
For more information please visit our website at:    www.traviscad.org/

Land /Ag Appraiser
Residential Appraiser
Asst. Director Information Technology

(posted July 27, 2010)

Appraiser

The Lubbock Central Appraisal District is accepting applications for an appraiser position.

Responsibilities include office and field work associated with the mass appraisal of taxable real property which include inspection and classifying all types of real property for valuation purposes.

A minimum of two years’ experience in appraisal and/or real estate and two years of college required.  Preferred qualifications include RPA, four-year degree in related field/and or additional years of mass or fee appraisal experience.

Salary commensurate with experience and other qualifications. LCAD offers a competitive benefits package. Qualified applicants should submit cover letter, application and resume to:

Margie Smith
Fiscal/HR Coordinator
Lubbock CAD
P.O. Box 10542
1715 26th Street
Lubbock, Texas 79408

or e-mail to msmith@lubbockcad.org EOE

(posted July 27, 2010)

Appraiser

Upshur County Appraisal District is accepting applications for an appraiser position. Applicants should have 5 years experience, be registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and have or be working towards an RPA designation. Must be knowledgeable in real and personal property appraisal, commercial experience is a plus.

Submit a resume to Sarah Curtis,
Chief Appraiser at
105 Diamond Loch Rd.
Gilmer, TX 75644

(posted July 23, 2010)

Chief Appraiser

Falls County Central Appraisal District, Marlin, Texas
The Falls County Central Appraisal District (FCAD) is currently accepting resumes for the position of Chief Appraiser. FCAD serves 22 taxing units and has 6 full-time employees. The Chief Appraiser will be appointed by a five-member Board and should possess the following qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college; work experience may be substituted for the degree requirements;
RPA designation from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation required with 10 years experience.
Must have knowledge of Texas Property Tax Laws, district budgeting / finance and personnel management;
Experience in the property value appeals process;
Must demonstrate the ability to communicate well with the public, taxing entities and the staff.

Salary expectation required.
Resumes accepted until position filled.

Mail completed resume to:

Falls County Central Appraisal District
Attn: David Lawson, BOD Chairman
Falls County Central Appraisal District
P. O. Box 430
Marlin, TX 76661