Appraiser, Senior Commercial

Hennepin County•Hennepin County, MN

15d•Hybrid

About The Position

Hennepin County is seeking a Senior Commercial Appraiser with a passion for complex property valuation. This position will estimate market value and set classifications on commercial, industrial, apartments, and specialty-use real estate throughout Hennepin County for tax purposes. Senior Appraisers require the ability to complete individual property tax appraisals and to be knowledgeable and experienced in mass appraisal processes. We are home to Minnesota's most diverse property types that will keep you engaged and inspired to learn something new every day. The position offers competitive pay, consistent workflow, impressive benefits, work-life balance, paid mileage, and opportunities to develop and grow. If you enjoy a fast-paced job with a flexible work schedule and enjoy a combination of field and remote work, this is the job for you! Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit employee referral program. Find us here at upcoming career fairs!

Requirements

Four or more years of experience in commercial/industrial/apartment appraising and/or complex residential property appraising.
Bachelor's degree or higher in real estate or closely related field and two or more years of experience in commercial/industrial/apartment appraising and/or complex residential property appraising.
Certified Minnesota Assessor (CMA) certification from the Minnesota State Board of Assessors is required within two years of employment.
As a condition of continued employment, persons with a CMA certification must obtain licensure as an Accredited Minnesota Assessor (AMA) within five years from the date of license as a CMA in Minnesota.
A valid driver's license, access to reliable transportation available for travel within the metro area, and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County's drivers permit.
Ability to travel around Hennepin County to conduct field work and attend meetings.
Ability to make physical measurements of real property and walk on uneven terrain and climb stairs in order to view physical or structural features of properties.

Nice To Haves

Experience inspecting and conducting mass appraisal valuations of apartments, commercial, industrial, and specialty-use real estate.
Experience completing individual written appraisals for various levels of informal and formal valuation appeals.
Experience verifying commercial, industrial, and apartment sales.
Experience applying Minnesota assessment procedures.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with municipal and county staff and the general public.
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Participate in mass commercial/industrial and apartment appraisals by viewing and recording physical characteristics of buildings and land.
Verify and analyze sales, leases, and various other business and real estate documents.
Prepare appraisals for commercial/industrial and apartment properties for reevaluations, abatements, review boards, assessment cycle, and tax court petitions using three traditional approaches to valuation.
Meet with attorneys and taxpayers to discuss and prepare court testimony.
Respond to taxpayers' questions and inquiries regarding assessment laws and procedures, valuation inquiries, and commercial/industrial and apartment appraisal practices.