Ozan Lish
Santa Rosa
Summary
Dynamic appraiser with extensive experience at Sonoma County Assessor's Office, excelling in property assessments and market valuations. Proven ability to mentor junior staff and ensure regulatory compliance. Skilled in comparable sales analysis and effective communication, driving successful outcomes in Board of Appeals appraisal hearings. Proficient in GIS Mapping and Microsoft Office Suite, as well as Word, Excel and ParcelQuest.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Appraiser III
SONOMA COUNTY ASSESSOR'S OFFICE
11.1998 - 03.2025
- Conducted comprehensive property assessments to determine fair market value.
- Analyzed comparable sales data to support valuation decisions and reports.
- Collaborated with local government agencies to ensure compliance with assessment regulations.
- Mentored junior appraisers on effective appraisal techniques and methodologies.
- Presented appraisals at hearings before Board Of Appeals, explaining methodologies and considerations, while countering those of property owners and/or their agents.
- Trained junior appraisers in the use of software, aerial photography tools, field inspection protocols, and innovations in construction.
Carpenter
BORCHARDT CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
03.1992 - 10.1998
- Constructed and installed frameworks, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with building codes.
- Collaborated with lead carpenter to streamline workflow and enhance project timelines.
- Operated various woodworking tools and machinery for precision cutting and shaping of materials.
- Mentored junior carpenters on best practices in safety, craftsmanship, and efficiency techniques.
- Involved in multiple facets of residential construction, including foundation forming, framing, basic wiring, insulating, drywalling, painting, and roofing.
Manager
THE SHARPER IMAGE
04.1989 - 03.1992
- Recruited, hired, trained, and coordinated activities of sales staff and support crew, and completed periodic performance evaluations for each member of the store team.
- Led team to enhance customer experience and product knowledge through targeted training initiatives.
- Developed strategic merchandising plans that increased product visibility and sales performance.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing shrinkage.
- Planned and oversaw weekly auctions of phase-out merchandise.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA12-1985
Skills
- Property assessment
- Market valuation
- Comparable sales analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Verbal and written communications with both coworkers and members of public
- Organization
- Word, Excel, OfficeView, ParcelQuest, GIS Mapping
Certification
- Certified Residential and Commercial Appraiser State of California Board of Equalization
Timeline
Appraiser III
SONOMA COUNTY ASSESSOR'S OFFICE
11.1998 - 03.2025
Carpenter
BORCHARDT CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
03.1992 - 10.1998
Manager
THE SHARPER IMAGE
04.1989 - 03.1992
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
California State University, Chico