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COUNTY COMMENT %u2022 February 2025 16continued%u2022%u0009 Health/RX/Dental/Life Insurance: Various dependent coverage levels available %u2022%u0009 Vision Insurance, discounted fitness club memberships, and many other voluntary benefits%u2022%u0009 Paid time off: 14 vacation days, 15 sick days, 1 personal day, and 10 paid holidays per year%u2022%u0009 Retirement: Kansas Public Employees Retirement Systems (KPERS), Optional 457 Deferred Compensation Plans available%u2022%u0009 Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): As a Douglas County employee, employment may count toward eligibility requirements for student loan forgiveness under Public Service Loan Forgiveness program Qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, or any other factor prohibited by law.Lincoln County %u2013 Assistant AppraiserThe Assistant Appraiser at Lincoln County Appraiser%u2019s Office is responsible for assisting in the discovery, listing, and appraisal of taxable properties in compliance with relevant laws. This position requires a focus on accurate data collection, property valuation, and effective communication with the public. Key duties include:%u2022%u0009 Collaborating with citizens, municipalities, and state agencies to appraise properties.%u2022%u0009 Maintaining and analyzing data for required reports.%u2022%u0009 Identifying discrepancies in property records and reporting changes affecting valuation.%u2022%u0009 Verifying property information through site visits, measurements, and interviews.%u2022%u0009 Assisting with database maintenance and supporting tax generation processes.%u2022%u0009 Communicating with the public to address concerns and provide information.The role also involves participating in training, performing general office duties, and assisting with various departmental tasks as needed. Attention to detail, strong communication, and organizational skills are crucial for this position.This position has the following requirements:%u2022%u0009 Experience: The county provides training, and employees are expected to gain the necessary skills within six months.%u2022%u0009 Education: A high school diploma or GED is required, along with a valid Kansas Driver%u2019s License. The employee must attend training to become a Certified/Licensed Appraiser.%u2022%u0009 Technical Skills: Knowledge of property valuation laws and mathematics is preferred. Proficiency with computers, office equipment, and software (e.g., ORION) is essential. The ability to read and interpret legal descriptions, manuals, maps, and follow instructions is required. Strong English language skills, effective communication, and organizational abilities are also needed.%u2022%u0009 Supervision: The role is supervised by the County Appraiser, with no supervisory responsibilities over other staff.%u2022%u0009 Working Conditions: The position involves both outdoor work in various weather conditions and indoor office work. Occasional confrontations with the public may occur.This role emphasizes attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to manage various tasks in different environments.If you are interested in applying or have questions, please contact Lincoln County HR at lchr@lincolncoks.org. A job description and job application are located at lincolncoks.com on the Human Resources page.