The Lake County Property Appraiser’s Office is one of five Lake County constitutional offices established by the Florida Constitution. We proudly serve as advocates for the residents and taxpayers regarding their property rights and statutorily granted exemptions. Lake County is one of the fastest growing counties in the State of Florida and for many good reasons. The great location, nature beauty and friendly communities are among top attractions.
With over 1,400 named lakes and 1,157 square miles of diverse landscape nestled in the heart of Central Florida, Lake County is home to a variety of outdoor activities, festivals, sporting events and because of its proximity to major attractions, Lake County is a great place to live and work.
To learn more, visit www.visitlakefl.com
We appreciate your interest in pursuing career opportunities with the Lake County Property Appraiser's Office. We offer our employees competitive wages, great benefits, and a dynamic, energetic, and supportive working environment.
The Lake County Property Appraiser is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
The Property Appraiser is committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from the effects of drug and alcohol abuse. Applicants and employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
To be considered for employment, a completed application must be submitted with applicable attachments. Please note that positions may close without prior notice, and to ensure timely consideration, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Applications are accepted via electronic submission, by mail, or in person.
Thank you for your interest in joining our team!
Work Environment and Stipulations of Employment
The work environment for most positions is a general office setting. The incumbent performs most duties sitting at a desk, table or workstation. However, walking, lifting and standing at length are also required in many positions. Our Appraisers are out in the field performing tasks, such as driving, walking, and standing for long periods of time.
Employees of the Lake County Property Appraiser shall not either for gratis or for compensation engage in any licensed real estate activities such as, but not limited to, buying, selling or acting as a broker for others; appraise property inside Lake County; sell LCPA computerized database information; engage in any outside assessment/appraisal computer programming or consulting. Furthermore, employees and members of their household may not own or hold a financial interest in an assessment/appraisal or Real Estate business.
Employment at the Lake 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 employer. It is not guaranteed, contracted or promised for any length of time. No person other than the Lake 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 Lake 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.
We keep Applications for at least 12 months
If you have applied with the Property Appraiser in the prior 12 months, there is no need to reapply; your prior application will be considered for available positions.
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Lake County Property Appraiser
RESIDENTIAL APPRAISER TRAINEE
Department: Real Property Appraisal FLSA Status: Non-ExemptClassification: Full-Time 40 hours per weekClosing Date: Open Until FilledPay Grade 101: (Salary: $16.52 – $19.33 per hour)Work Location: Office of the Lake County Property Appraiser. 320 W. Main St. Suite A Tavares, FL. 32778
SUMMARY
This is an entry-level technical position with on-the-job training in the Real Property Appraisal Department
collecting and verifying data from residential properties for the purpose of ad valorem tax assessment.
The following functions, duties and qualifications are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.
Other duties may be required or assigned as deemed necessary by the Property Appraiser or his designee.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Conduct onsite field inspections to measure and sketch residential structures; collect and record data including
construction type, design, condition, age, and other pertinent characteristics
Update county records and databases to ensure the accuracy of property information
Review residential blueprints and floor plans to confirm the accuracy of property improvements
Utilize internal databases and specialized software to retrieve and manage data
Perform desktop reviews of assigned properties using digital imagery, parcel data, property maps, legal descriptions,
and other sources to meet statutory requirements for periodic inspections
Respond to inquiries from property owners or their legal representatives, explaining appraisal methods, procedures,
and valuation policies
Assist in damage assessments in collaboration with federal and state emergency management agencies during local disasters
such as hurricanes or tornadoes
May be required to work occasional evenings or weekends during peak workload periods
Participate in cross-training, job-sharing, and reorganization initiatives as directed by the supervisor
Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION
Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record
High school diploma or equivalent required; knowledge of real estate appraisal and/or residential construction is preferred
Ability to read and interpret maps; familiarity with Lake County geography is preferred
Proficient in the use of standard office equipment and computer software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Strong organizational skills with the ability to follow directions, make sound decisions, solve problems, and meet
deadlines independently
Must be self-motivated and capable of working both independently and as part of a team
Ability to perform accurate mathematical calculations and maintain detailed field inspection records
Must be able to work outdoors and tolerate varying weather conditions typical of Central Florida
Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, along with the ability to provide excellent customer service,
even in high-stress situations
Must be eligible to obtain the Certified Florida Evaluator (CFE) designation within 2 years of employment