<p>The Gaston County Tax Department's purpose is to accurately and impartially appraise all property in accordance with applicable state laws and to collect all ad valorem taxes.  The Tax Department strives to be effective, efficient, and courteous to all customers and citizens of Gaston County.</p> <p>An hourly salary range of $30.43 - $35.37 is anticipated for this position.The duties listed below are not all of the duties that may be assigned but are identified as those that are essential for an employee to perform.</p> <ul> <li>Physically visits property sites for the purpose of measuring dimensions & listing real property characteristics of both residential & commercial structures for tax assessment purposes.  This requires work in all outdoor weather extremes. </li><li>Differentiates & identifies quality grade, depreciated physical condition, foundation type, roof type, interior/exterior wall type, number/type of rooms, heating/cooling system, types of building attachments, etc. of all real property structures encountered. </li><li>Must possess strong Customer Service/communication skills to assist Property Owners & others with inquiries regarding property listing data & assessed values. </li><li>Must have significant experience compiling information reports & testimony used to support assessed value appeals before the local Board of Equalization & Review.  Experience with developing/presenting support materials & testimony for value appeals to North Carolina Property Tax Commission. </li><li>Experience with Computer Aided Mass Appraisal (CAMA) software required. Experience with DevNet CAMA software a major plus.  Must be able to research, key data & sketch structures within CAMA system.   Experience with supporting assessment programs such as GIS Mapping, Spatialest, Mobile Office or equivalent programs. </li></ul> <p>1.  IAAO designation with 3 years of progressive appraisal experience preferred.  OR </p> <ol start="2"> <li> Completion of High School or GED equivalency requires 5 years of progressive appraisal experience. OR </li></ol> <p>3.  Associates degree with 3 years of progressive appraisal experience.</p> <p>Must obtain Appraisal Certification through the North Carolina Department of Revenue within 2 years of hire.</p> <p>A copy of IAAO designation must be included with the application. </p> <p>Must be able to meet and maintain expected production and accuracy levels, which is required for continued employment. </p> <p>Must possess a valid Driver's License and have a good driving record.Minimally qualified applicants will start at 25% of the salary range: $27.89/hr.</p> <p>The candidate selected must undergo and pass a drug screening test prior to employment </p>