Tangible Personal Property Field Appraiser
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Salary : $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 AnnuallyLocation : 312 Oak Street - Palatka, FLJob Type: Full-timeJob Number: 24-052Department: Property Appraiser's OfficeOpening Date: 12/10/2024General Description NOTE: The Putnam County Property Appraiser's Office is a Tobacco-Free Workplace. Under the supervision of the Tangible Manager, this position performs advanced and specialized clerical work involving data entry, processing, auditing, and maintaining Tangible Personal Property (TPP) appraisal records. Essential Job Functions

Assists the public and answers questions concerning a variety of routine and complex problems regarding assessment and taxation.

Changes and updates tangible personal property tax roll via data entry.

Audits tangible personal property returns.

Takes exemption applications such as Tangible Personal Property exemption, Homestead exemption, Widow's, Disability, Religious and Institutional.

Calculates and verifies taxes on personal property.

Reviews tangible property returns with taxpayers, C.P.A.s, bookkeepers, property agents, and attorneys.

Verifies and runs out legal descriptions from deeds and tax statements.

Answers telephone inquiries regarding tangible personal property.

Coordinates with office staff the periods of EDP down time during regularly scheduled intervals to promote data flow.

Assists in reviewing real estate and personal property recapitulations.

Assists in preparation of notice of proposed taxes (TRIM notice).

Calculates sample tax notices for each taxing authority.

Verifies sample proposed tax notices produced by data processing department.

Prepares various memos and letters for taxpayers and others.

Operates standard office machines.

Documents finalized programs for computer.

May be assigned to visit commercial establishments or other businesses to evaluate equipment and inventory.

Reviews TPP account files, public conveyances of chattels, financing agreements and legal notices in local periodicals.

Performs Certificate of Corrections data entry for tangible personal property.

Assists with other administrative duties in the function of this office.

Performs other related work as required. May be assigned to a specific area of the program.

Minimum Qualifications KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of office practices, procedures and equipment.

Knowledge of legal descriptions and property appraisal terminology.

Knowledge of business English, spelling, and arithmetic.

Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, orally, and in writing.

Ability to work independently and use good judgment.

Ability to gain knowledge of appraisal methods and techniques.

Ability to gain knowledge of the statutes and ordinances governing appraisal of property.

Ability to learn to read and interpret maps, aerial photographs and other documents related to property appraisal.

Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with the public.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school graduation or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.

Two (2) years' experience in accounting, tax preparation, real estate, land development, construction, building trades, materials, or other related fields.

(A comparable amount of training, education, or experience may be substituted for the above minimum qualifications.) LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS

Possession of a valid Florida driver's license

Employee must be able to obtain a CFE (Certified Florida Evaluator) designation within two (2) years after employment.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS

Acceptable eyesight and hearing (with or without correction)

Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer

Ability to access file cabinets for filing and retrieval of data.

Ability to answer the telephone.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Works mostly inside with some outside work in varying weather conditions. The Property Appraiser's policy restricts all forms of smoking including e-cigarettes, vapors, and chewing tobacco.

(Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)AT WILL STATEMENTEmployment at the Putnam County Property Appraiser's office is on an at-will basis. It may be terminated at any time, with or without cause by either the employee or the employer. It is not guaranteed, contracted or promised for any length of time. No person other than the Putnam County Property Appraiser has the authority to alter the at-will status of your employment or to enter into any employment contract with you. The Putnam County Property Appraiser reserves the right to change, amend, or revoke rates of pay, terms and conditions of your employment and job offers at any time.An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Putnam County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families today, and as they plan for their future. Below is a summary of the County Benefits for full-time employees:CORE BENEFITS•Medical/Health Insurance •Employee Life Insurance (up to $50,000) •Dental Insurance •Vision Insurance•Florida Retirement System •Employee Assistance ProgramOPTIONAL BENEFITS•Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance•Deferred Retirement Program (ICMA, Nationwide, & Valic)•Flexible Spending Accounts - Putnam County pays the monthly administrative fees.•Tuition Assistance Program - Subject to budgetary constraints.FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee.TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (for Board of County Commissioner employees only) Regular, full-time employees are eligible for reimbursement of educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Department for program details.HOLIDAYS are as follows:New Year's Day Martin Luther King Jr. Day Good FridayMemorial Day Independence Day Labor Day Veteran's Day Thanksgiving Day Day after Thanksgiving Christmas EveChristmas Day Birthday Holiday - (for Board of County Commissioner employees only)ANNUAL (VACATION) LEAVE - All regular full-time employees assigned to a 37.50 work week will earn 90 hours to 150 hours, depending on classification and length of service. All regular full-time employees assigned to a 40 hour work week will earn 96 hours to 160 hours, depending on classification and length of service. Note: Leave accruals may differ for bargaining unit employees.SICK LEAVE - All regular full-time employees will earn sick leave at a rate of 13 days per year. Regular part time employees will accrue sick leave on a pro-rata basis. Note: Leave accruals may differ for bargaining unit employees.OTHER BENEFITSBereavement LeaveCost Saving Incentive ProgramEmployee of the Quarter ProgramJury Duty Pay