David Johnson, CFA - Seminole County Property Appraiser

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Our office was awarded the prestigious International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO) Certificate of Excellence in Assessment Administration. We are extremely proud of this recognition.



Best Regards,






David Johnson, CFA, Seminole County Property Appraiser


David Johnson is a lifelong resident of Seminole County. He has a degree in Business Administration from Stetson and is a certified Florida appraiser. He began his career at the Property Appraiser’s office in 1986. He was elected Property Appraiser in 2004 and is serving in his 5th term. David has led his statewide Property Appraisers Association as both president and legislative chair. He is a Paul Harris fellow with the Rotary foundation and serves on numerous civic and community organization boards, including Chair of Habitat for Humanity Seminole Apopka.

David has leveraged technology to provide top level customer service and improve efficiencies throughout the office. Under his leadership, Seminole County was the second jurisdiction internationally to earn the prestigious Certificate of Excellence in Assessment Administration by the International Association of Assessing Officers. He has most recently received the prestigious Toni Jennings Award from The Orlando Realtors Association which recognizes commitment and integrity in public service.

PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION


Certified Florida Appraiser (CFA)

PUBLIC SERVICE


Elected to Office 2004; subsequently re-elected in 2020 for a fifth term.

OTHER PUBLIC SERVICE


Assistant Property Appraiser, and over 35 years experience in the Seminole County Property Appraiser's Office

EDUCATION


Stetson University, Deland, Florida - Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS


  • Property Appraisers Association of Florida: Secretary and Legislative Committee Member
  • International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO): Member 
  • Florida Chapter of IAAO: Member
  • Florida Association of Property Appraisers:  Past President and past Legislative Chair

BUSINESS AFFILIATIONS


  • Seminole County Regional Chamber of Commerce: Member and Trustee
  • Orlando Regional Realtor Association: Affiliate Forum Member 
  • Leadership Seminole: Graduate, Alumnus, and Facilitator

CIVIC AND COMMUNITY AFFILIATIONS


  • Sanford Rotary: Past President
  • Holy Cross Episcopal Church: Past President, Board of Directors of the Vestry
  • Habitat for Humanity of Seminole County and Greater Apopka: Chairman
  • Sertoma Club South Seminole Chapter: Member
  • Bram Towers: Member

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS & AWARDS


  • IAAO Public Information Award
  • IAAO Certificate of Excellence in Assessment Administration (2005) and Recertification (2012, 2018, 2024)
  • Seminole County Regional Chamber of Commerce: "Choice Award Public Servant of the Year" 
  • Orlando Regional Realtor Association: "Toni Jennings" Award
  • Orlando Regional Realtor Association: "Friend of Realtors" Award 
  • Private Business Association of Seminole: "Good Government" Award 
  • The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International: "Paul Harris Fellow" Award 
  • Florida Association of Property Appraisers: 2007 - 2009 "President's Award" 
  • International Association of Assessing Officers: 2010 Conference Chair


The mission statement of the Seminole County Property Appraiser's Office is to serve the citizens of Seminole County in a courteous and professional manner by providing a fair and equitable tax roll annually in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida.


DEPARTMENT DIRECTORS

Joe Reilly, CAE, CFE

Joe Reilly, CAE, CFE
Appraisal Director

407-665-7516
Joe Reilly is a seasoned professional with over three decades of expertise in mass appraisal and has been with SCPA since 2012. He oversees the valuation of all residential, commercial, and tangible personal property within Seminole County. Joe is also an IAAO Senior Instructor and graduated from UCF with a Master's Degree is Public Administration. Prior to his career in mass appraisal, Joe served as an Officer in the Army for four years, where he developed valuable leadership skills and a strong sense of discipline.

Tyra Miller

Tyra Miller
Chief Financial Officer

407-665-7560
Tyra Miller, a graduate of the University of Central Florida (UCF), boasts over three decades of dedicated service at SCPA. Since joining the organization in 1992, she has been vital in its operations, overseeing finance, accounting, human resources, and the tax roll. Tyra's expertise and commitment have been instrumental in ensuring SCPA's financial health and operational efficiency throughout her tenure.

Katie Grasso, AAS, CFE

Katie Grasso, AAS, CFE
Chief Operating Officer

407-665-7500
As Chief Operating Officer, Katie Grasso oversees various crucial aspects of our office including customer service, exemptions, public relations, communications, governmental affairs, legal matters, and special projects. Katie has over 17 years of experience in the mass appraisal field and joined SCPA in 2013 where she has played a pivotal role in the organization's success. Katie is a proud graduate of the University of Central Florida, has earned her Assessment Administration Specialist designation from the International Association of Assessing Officers, and is a Certified Florida Evaluator.

Rick Rourk, CFE

Rick Rourk, CFE
Chief Technology Officer

407-665-7510

Rick Rourk has over 35 years of IT experience and is a proud UF grad (Computer Engineering) and UCF grad (Master, Public Administration).  He has a variety of experience in many fields including GIS, commercial and business application development, real-time software development, and over 30 years of experience in property valuation and taxation systems.   As Chief Technology Officer, Rick has overseen the redevelopment of all in-house system and continues to use his strategic vision to ensure the Property Appraiser's office leads the charge in technological innovations and efficiencies.


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