Are you looking for a career with purpose? Are you self-motivated? An independent thinker and a problem solver? Are you organized, curious, and eager to learn something new every day while being part of a supportive team? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

The Clay County Courthouse is looking for a dedicated Assessor/Appraiser to join our close-knit team in the Equalization Office. Don’t have experience in assessing or appraising? No problem! We’re eager and ready to teach you everything you need to know.

As an Assessor/Appraiser for the County, you’ll work under the direct supervision of the Director of Equalization and be responsible for performing technical and professional work in establishing real property values for tax assessment purposes.

Here’s what you’ll do:
•    Identify properties to be appraised by use of legal description, review of building permits and property appraisal records.
•    Act as the first point of contact for the public, answering phone calls, and responding to email inquiries. Assist in answering off and on-site inquiries concerning assessed values.
•    Process sales of real property to ensure proper ownership.
•    Maintain accurate records, files, and property cards on all properties in taxing jurisdiction.
•    Collect field data on all real property in Clay County and help assign value to property.

Here’s what you’ll need:
•    High School Diploma or GED Certification.
•    Must possess a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.
•    Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
•    Able to travel to attend required schools, workshops, and conferences to maintain CAA Certification.

Here’s more of what will get you noticed (preferred, but not necessary): 
•    Knowledge of geographic layout of Clay County, working knowledge of public records, and property legal descriptions.
•    A knowledge of appraisal methods and state laws affecting the appraisal of land, buildings, and real property.
•    Appraisal experience, real estate experience, and/or previous construction experience.
•    CAA Certified, CAMA system experience, and GIS knowledge.

Here’s what you’ll need to be successful:
•    Community involvement/comfortability - Ability to effectively work with a variety of people.
•    Extremely organized - You love creating order and staying on top of details.
•    A Problem Solver - Challenges excite you, and you tackle them with creative solutions.
•    Self-Motivated - You take pride in your work and enjoy managing your own projects.
•    An Independent Thinker - You make sound decisions and aren’t afraid to ask questions to get it right.
•    Eager to Learn - You have a drive for knowledge and learning and a desire to master new skills.
•    An Effective Communicator - Whether it's written or verbal, you can clearly share information and ideas.

This position requires a Certified Appraiser Assessor (CAA) designation within 12 months of receiving temporary permit.  Upon completion of the certification program and obtaining the CAA Designation, the employee will be placed in the Appraiser II classification.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
•    Must be able to frequently sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, reach, ride in a vehicle, take measurements, and maneuver construction sites.
•    Manual dexterity is needed to type, write, use a calculator, and answer the telephone.
•    Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
•    Exposure to outside weather conditions.
•    Moderate noise level.

Here’s what we offer:
•    Starting wage at $18.47. Increase following successful completion of certification. 
•    Outstanding benefits including health insurance and participation in the South Dakota Retirement Plan. 
•    A welcoming workplace where your contributions truly matter.
•    Ability to grow by gaining unique skills that will serve you for years to come.

Apply online today! Applications accepted until position is filled.