Industrial Tax Appraiser

State of Montana • Bozeman, MT

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Montana Department of Revenue administers approximately 40 state taxes, property appraisals, alcohol beverage laws, cannabis laws, and unclaimed property for the state of Montana. The Property Assessment Division manages Montana’s property assessment and valuation of all taxable property for property tax purposes. PAD is comprised of the Geographic Information System Unit, Program Support Unit, Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal Unit, Industrial Unit, Division Administration team, and approximately 30 local field offices in various counties in Montana.

This position resides in the Property Assessment Division of Department of Revenue. The Industrial Appraiser I position is an advanced-level role specializing in the appraisal of industrial and personal properties. Employees at this level assist with the valuation of assigned simple industrial properties to support fair and equitable tax assessments, working under appropriate supervision rather than independently on complex valuations. The position requires knowledge of commercial and industrial appraisal methodologies, including the cost approach to valuation, and the ability to analyze property characteristics that may at times be complex or unique. While the role does not include mentoring less-experienced staff, it may involve responding to inquiries from lower-level appraisers and supporting departmental appraisal functions through accurate data analysis, clear written and verbal communication, and collaboration with senior industrial appraisal staff. This position does not supervise other staff.

This position is open to ANY PAD field office with available space.

Requirements

• Knowledge of cost, income, and comparable sales approaches for valuing industrial, commercial, and personal properties
• Knowledge of industrial and personal property appraisal theory and methods
• Knowledge of construction practices, mapping, Cadastral systems, and quality classifications
• Knowledge of land modeling, depreciation schedules, and cap rates
• Knowledge of environmental factors influencing industrial property valuation
• Knowledge of Department systems, property databases, and related technology tools
• Skills in research, analysis, and complex appraisal techniques
• Skills in accuracy and attention to detail
• Skills in conflict resolution and problem-solving
• Skills in Microsoft programs and other database applications
• Skills in advanced written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
• Demonstrate self-motivation
• Follow instructions and departmental procedures
• Deliver timely and effective citizen service
• Prioritize and manage work under deadlines
• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, economics, appraisal, construction technology, or a related field
• Four years of job-related experience in appraisal, property tax appraisal, assessment, auditing, agriculture, forestry, surveying, real estate, or a related field
• Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• Preferred work experience includes property appraisal, business valuation, property assessment, construction, financial services, auditing, or related fields.
• Successful completion of IAAO 101, 102, 300, Ag School, and be current in USPAP.
• Successful completion of AI General Appraiser Income Approach Part I and General Appraiser Site Valuation and Cost Approach within one year of employment in this position.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the valuation of assigned simple industrial properties to support fair and equitable tax assessments.
• Respond to inquiries from lower-level appraisers.
• Support departmental appraisal functions through accurate data analysis, clear written and verbal communication, and collaboration with senior industrial appraisal staff.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision care; life insurance; and long-term disability.
• State currently contributes $12,648/year toward these benefits.
• Free health care for employees and eligible family member at Montana Health Centers.
• Employee Assistance Benefits including counseling, legal assistance, well-being coaching, financial information, which are free resources.
• Retirement plans- The State currently contributes 9.17%25, vested after 5 years of continuous employment.
• Paid vacation- starting at 15 days a year.
• Sick leave- 12 days a year.
• 11 holidays, including a floating holiday, which can be used any time.
• Flexible hours.
• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Wide range of advancement opportunities throughout the Department of Revenue.

What This Job Offers

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