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Rhonda Cason

24 W Third Ave - Alamo,GA

Summary

Accomplished Chief Appraiser at Wheeler County, adept in real estate valuation and negotiation, significantly enhanced appraisal accuracy and efficiency through best practices and technology. Spearheaded team development, achieving notable cost savings and ensuring regulatory compliance. Excelled in taxpayer education and conflict resolution, maintaining a commitment to continuing education.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief Appraiser

Wheeler County
11.2012 - Current
  • Managed a high-performing team of appraisers and contractors, fostering a collaborative work environment that encouraged ongoing professional development.
  • Enhanced property valuation accuracy by implementing industry best practices and cutting-edge technology in appraisal processes.
  • Increased the use of standardized appraisal procedures for the organization.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams on complex projects requiring expert valuation input, contributing to successful outcomes for all involved parties.
  • Evaluated team performance regularly through assessments and feedback sessions, identifying areas for growth and development while praising successes.
  • Achieved cost savings through effective budget management while maintaining high-quality standards in appraisal processes.
  • Provided expert testimony in legal proceedings related to property valuations when necessary, upholding credibility and integrity of the county's assessed values.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current with industry standards and guidelines, avoiding potential fines or penalties.
  • Maintained comprehensive knowledge of local and state regulations governing property appraisals, ensuring full compliance at all times.
  • Answered customer questions and provided information about findings.
  • Produced reports with detailed valuations.
  • Visited site locations to assess value of properties.
  • Kept on top of latest trends in market sales and construction costs in order to produce optimal assessments.
  • Educated owners about assessments, resolved concerns and defended valuations during public appeals.
  • Attended BOE and court hearings to present and defend values.
  • Participated in the development of appeal process for privately owned prisons in the state of Georgia.
  • Issued notices to taxpayers regarding updated tax assessments.

Appraiser

Montgomery County Board Of Assessors
09.2008 - 11.2012
  • Documented condition and special features to provide accurate estimations.
  • Assisted taxpayers in understanding the appraisal process, setting realistic expectations for outcomes.
  • Produced reports with detailed valuations.
  • Achieved successful dispute resolutions by providing clear explanations of findings during review processes.
  • Answered customer questions and provided information about findings.
  • Completed comprehensive property inspections for accurate and reliable valuation assessments.
  • Sought continuous education opportunities, staying current on industry changes and best practices.
  • Visited site locations to assess value of properties.
  • Completed inspections of properties and property improvements to determine market values.
  • Inspected properties first-hand, collected measurements and reviewed historical documents to complete thorough evaluations.
  • Took photographs of interior and exterior of buildings to properly document features and conditions.
  • Educated owners about assessments, resolved concerns and defended valuations during public appeals.
  • Provided property owners with timely notices detailing assessment findings and tax calculations.
  • Inspected new and existing properties and noted distinctive characteristics.
  • Gathered information on nearby properties to compare and help make value determinations on properties.
  • Issued notices to taxpayers regarding property and updated tax assessments.

Education

No Degree - Adult And Continuing Education

GA Dept. of Revenue Local Government Services Div.
Atlanta, GA

Diploma - Computer Electronics Technology

Southeastern Technical College
Vidalia, GA
05.1998

Bachelor of Arts - History

Brewton-Parker College
Mount Vernon, GA
06.1994

Skills

  • Highest and best use analysis
  • Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
  • Continuing Education Commitment
  • Real Estate Valuation

Certification

  • Certified Appraiser III, Georgia Department of Revenue - 2013 - present

Additional Information

Avid reader, collector of books, active member of the Oasis Church of God, former member of the Georgia Association of Assessing Officials

References

Terri J. Smith

  • Retired
  • former Chief Appraiser, Montgomery County
  • Appraiser, Laurens County
  • Phone: 478-697-0124


Alan Hornaday

  • Georgia Department of Revenue - Level IV Appraiser
  • Chief Appraiser - Cusseta-Chattahoochee County
  • Chief Appriaser - Taliaferro County
  • Senior Technical Manager - Technical Appraisal Services - Macon, GA
  • Phone: 478-550-4599


Anna Wommack-Holcombe

  • Tax Commissioner - Elect, Toombs County
  • Phone: 912-245-5879


Timeline

Chief Appraiser

Wheeler County
11.2012 - Current

Appraiser

Montgomery County Board Of Assessors
09.2008 - 11.2012

No Degree - Adult And Continuing Education

GA Dept. of Revenue Local Government Services Div.

Diploma - Computer Electronics Technology

Southeastern Technical College

Bachelor of Arts - History

Brewton-Parker College

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