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Appraisers of Personal and Business Property

Business and Financial Operations (13-2022)

Appraise and estimate the fair value of tangible personal or business property, such as jewelry, art, antiques, collectibles, and equipment. May also appraise land.

At a Glance

Appraisers of Personal and Business Property. Top skills: Getting Information, Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events, Analyzing Data or Information.

Median Annual Wage

Not available

Projected Growth (2024-34)

Not available

Annual Openings

N/A

Typical Education

Varies

Skills & Requirements

Skills (5)

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

3.9
Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

3.6
Writing

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

3.5
Speaking

Talking to others to convey information effectively.

3.4
Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

3.4

Knowledge (3)

English Language

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.

4.1
Customer and Personal Service

Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

3.7
Mathematics

Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

3.4

Abilities (15)

Near Vision

The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

4.0
Oral Comprehension

The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

4.0
Written Comprehension

The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

3.9
Oral Expression

The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

3.9
Speech Recognition

The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.

3.9
Speech Clarity

The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.

3.8
Inductive Reasoning

The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

3.8
Deductive Reasoning

The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

3.8
Written Expression

The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

3.6
Information Ordering

The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).

3.6
Problem Sensitivity

The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.

3.5
Category Flexibility

The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.

3.5
Far Vision

The ability to see details at a distance.

3.3
Mathematical Reasoning

The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.

3.3
Number Facility

The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.

3.3

Technology (8)

Microsoft Word

Category: Word processing software | Hot Technology

4.5
Microsoft Access

Category: Data base user interface and query software | Hot Technology

4.5
Microsoft Excel

Category: Spreadsheet software | Hot Technology | In Demand

4.5
Microsoft Outlook

Category: Electronic mail software | Hot Technology | In Demand

4.5
Microsoft Office software

Category: Office suite software | Hot Technology | In Demand

4.5
Yardi software

Category: Data base user interface and query software | Hot Technology

4.5
Microsoft Windows

Category: Operating system software | Hot Technology

4.5
Microsoft PowerPoint

Category: Presentation software | Hot Technology | In Demand

4.5

Work Activities (22)

Getting Information

Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

4.8
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events

Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

4.7
Analyzing Data or Information

Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

4.7
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

4.6
Processing Information

Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

4.6
Documenting/Recording Information

Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

4.5
Working with Computers

Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

4.4
Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People

Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

4.4
Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

4.4
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

4.1
Communicating with People Outside the Organization

Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

4.0
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships

Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

4.0
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

4.0
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information

Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

4.0
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

4.0
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

3.9
Performing Administrative Activities

Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

3.7
Scheduling Work and Activities

Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

3.5
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

3.5
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

3.3
Developing Objectives and Strategies

Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

3.3
Thinking Creatively

Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

3.3

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