We strive to follow the mission of our national parent organization by promoting innovation and excellence in property appraisal and assessment administration through professional development, education, and research. The purpose of the Mississippi Chapter of the International Association of Assessing Officers (MS-IAAO) is as follows:
– To promote uniform and equitable principles of assessment through professionalism;
– To educate the public on the importance of the work performed by assessing officers;
– To improve assessment standards through education, modern methods of efficient technology;
– To promote professional designations through our candidate’s club; and
– To better serve Mississippi taxpayers.