Appraiser Job at Wake County, Raleigh, NC

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  • Wake County
  • Raleigh, NC

Job Description

Job Title

Starting pay based on experience ranging from $27.20 per hour - $34.92 per hour

About Our Team

The Department of Tax Administration serves the citizens of Wake County by appraising, assessing and listing all real estate and personal property within the county, its fourteen municipalities and related service districts. The Department is responsible for the collection of all current and delinquent taxes on such property excluding registered motor vehicles. Consistently leading the state in property tax collection, Department of Tax Administration staff have been recognized over the years for leadership and computer system innovation. The Department also oversees the billing and collection of local gross receipts taxes including: Prepared Food & Beverage Tax, Hotel/Motel Occupancy Tax, Heavy Equipment Gross Receipts Tax, Rental Vehicle Tax as well as Special Assessments and various licensing. It is the goal of Wake County Department of Tax Administration to maintain the highest possible level of customer satisfaction while delivering quality work including accurate valuations along with the listing of all taxable and exempt property within the jurisdiction. To accomplish its goal, the Department works as efficiently as possible to increase productivity and control costs.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
  • Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)
  • Five years of experience in mass appraisal or a certified residential designation by the North Carolina Appraisal Board
How Will We Know You're 'The One'?
  • Extensive knowledge of property tax general statutes
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing, computer, organizational, and customer service skills
  • Demonstrated competence with Microsoft Excel with the ability to develop detailed spreadsheets and tables
  • Experience reviewing real estate appraisals
  • General knowledge of residential construction
  • Strong analytical and business writing skills
  • Demonstrated competence with GIS mapping software
About This Position

Location: Justice Center Raleigh, NC 27601

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:25AM-5:10PM

Hiring Range: 27.20 - 34.92

Market Range: 26.44 - 35.23

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

What Makes Wake Great

Consistently ranked high among the best places to live and work in America, Wake County is home to NC State University, Research Triangle Park, and 2006 Stanley Cup Champions, the Carolina Hurricanes. In addition to being Wake County's seat of government, Raleigh is also the center of state government, with the Capitol Building, legislature and many state government offices located in Raleigh. With an estimated population of just over 1.2 million residents, Wake County is North Carolina's most populous county. Entertainment, recreation, and art and culture abound with the North Carolina Museum of Art, JC Raulston Arboretum, and the Neuse River Trail all in the heart of Wake County. Wake County uses the Council/Manager form of government. Currently, the seven members of the Board of Commissioners are elected by district on a partisan basis and serve four-year terms. In Fall 2026, two at-large seats will be added for nine total commissioners. The County is regarded as a fiscally responsible and well-managed government, enjoying a AAA bond rating. The County's FY2026 General Fund budget is approximately $2.1 billion, and the County has over 5,100 full time employees. Wake County Government came in at #2 on the Healthiest Employers list for 2024. This year, US News & World Report ranked Raleigh #5 on its list of Best Places to Live, and the Milken Institute ranked Raleigh #1 on its 2025 list of Best-Performing Cities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Local area

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