COUNTY ASSESSOR
Lead. Serve. Make an Impact in Greenwood County.
Greenwood County, South Carolina
Salary Range: $65,881 - $98,822
Required Certification:
Certified Residential Appraiser or Certified General Appraiser.

Greenwood County is seeking an experienced and knowledgeable professional to serve as County Assessor. This key leadership position is responsible for overseeing the assessment of real property and mobile homes throughout Greenwood County and managing the day-to-day operations and staff of the Assessor’s Office.
The ideal candidate will bring strong appraisal knowledge, proven supervisory experience, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with taxpayers, County leadership, elected officials, and other departments. This position requires an individual who can balance technical expertise with exceptional leadership and customer service.

What You'll Do
As County Assessor, you will:

Direct and supervise the personnel and operations of the Greenwood County Assessor’s Office.
Ensure appraisal and assessment functions are completed accurately, timely, and in accordance with South Carolina laws and regulations.
Lead, coach, and develop employees, including conducting performance evaluations and providing opportunities for professional growth.
Work closely with the Deputy Assessor and appraisal staff to meet departmental deadlines and objectives.
Communicate with taxpayers and investigate and resolve complex property assessment questions and concerns.
Conduct research involving property ownership, boundaries, market values, and other information necessary for property taxation.
Compile and analyze market data to establish real estate values using accepted mass appraisal and individual appraisal practices.
Complete commercial appeals, ATI matters, and reassessments with assistance from appraisal staff.
Interpret and apply applicable laws and regulations and ensure departmental procedures and forms remain compliant.
Develop and administer the department’s annual operating budget.
Coordinate with other County departments, including the Auditor, Treasurer/Tax Collector, GIS, IT, and Data Processing.
Review processes, data, forms, and software and recommend improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency.
Attend appeal conferences and assist with complex or non-routine appraisal matters.
Communicate regularly with County administration and County Council regarding departmental activities and issues.

Employees enjoy:

Four-day workweek – Monday through Thursday 7:45 am to 5:30 pm
Paid County holidays
Paid vacation leave
Paid sick leave
Health and insurance benefits
Participation in the South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS)
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Stable and rewarding public-sector employment