Commercial Appraiser

Jefferson County • Golden, CO

7d • $37 - $48 • Hybrid

About The Position

Jefferson County Assessor’s Office is searching for an individual to join the Commercial Appraisal team. This role involves applying experience in writing narrative appraisal reports in a professional, standards-driven environment, working collaboratively with colleagues on complex appraisal issues, and contributing to public service by ensuring fairness and equalization in property valuations. The position offers the opportunity to develop expertise in Colorado statutory requirements for property valuation, gain exposure to various property types, and expand appraisal skill sets. The Commercial Appraiser will also present and defend appraisal conclusions in hearings before an impartial third party. The ideal candidate is creative, embraces technology, and values building relationships. This position provides an opportunity to work for a county that thrives on collaboration and public engagement, seeking someone motivated to share and learn knowledge with team members. The Commercial Appraiser performs complex technical work in appraising real estate for property tax purposes, including inspecting and measuring property, gathering information, and developing valuation models. Responsibilities also include market research, data analysis, appraising fire damage and demolitions, and determining property obsolescence. The role involves representing the Assessor's Office in all levels of appeal hearings and working with owners, agents, and attorneys on the assessment and appeal process. The ideal candidate is an experienced Commercial Appraiser who holds a Certified General Appraisal License or is near completion, seeking to join a great team. The position requires a self-motivated and driven professional who elevates interactions by modeling humility and openness to new ideas, excelling at developing relationships and trust with clients, and constructively engaging with partners across the County.

Requirements

• At least three (3) years of work-related experience. Related experience includes independent fee or ad valorem real estate appraisal of residential or commercial properties, appraisal report writing, and/or directly related transferable experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field demonstrating ability to analyze and present information, orally and in writing, in a logical manner.
• Note an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Organized and goal focused.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Great time management skills and ability to work with strict deadlines.
• Problem solving skills.
• Ability to analyze large amounts of data.
• Ability to read and understand legal descriptions.
• Completion of State of Colorado Division of Property Taxation's Intro to Assessment or comparable course within 1 year of date of hire.
• Continuing Education and Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice Ethics every 2 years.
• Criminal History and MVR Background Checks are required for every position.
• A valid Colorado driver’s license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.
• Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.

Nice To Haves

• Certified General Appraisal License
• Experience writing narrative appraisal reports
• Understand the concept and how to apply cost, market, and income approaches to value.
• Three or more years of commercial appraisal experience.
• Experience in commercial appraisal report writing.
• Experience in valuation modeling.
• Understanding statutes and implementation of laws as they apply to ad valorem taxation.
• Ad valorem experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, primarily Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Serving as lead appraiser for an assigned property type, such as retail properties, multi-family properties, office properties, or special use.
• Reviewing all aspects of valuation and recommending corrections when needed.
• Maintaining knowledge of market trends, costs and other factors affecting values of commercial property.
• Performing sales confirmation and rate studies to develop appraisal models for valuation.
• Performing field investigations and complex appraisals of commercial, industrial, and multi-family real estate to establish values for ad valorem taxation.
• Representing the Assessor's Office in appeal hearings.
• Studying building plans, sales information, and specifications for property inventory to obtain data regarding size, type of construction, and other factors which affect property value.
• Reviewing, correcting, and entering any property inventory and attribute data necessary to accurately describe the property and create appraisal valuation models.
• Conferring with taxpayers, accountants, tax consultants and attorneys to explain tax laws and assessment procedures.
• Assisting customers in an effective manner by phone, in person, or through correspondence.
• Inspecting and appraising fire damage, demolitions, and physical deterioration of properties.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• dental, medical, and vision insurance
• paid time off and holidays
• retirement matching
• wellness programs
• tuition reimbursement
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid time off and holidays including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires
• retirement matching
• wellness programs
• tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level