Property Appraiser 1 (Commercial and Multifamily)

Multnomah County • Portland, OR

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This is an entry-level Property Appraiser 1 role focused on commercial and multifamily property valuation for ad valorem taxation. The position offers comprehensive training and "on-the-job" monitoring under the mentorship of experienced appraisers and managers, ensuring work aligns with Oregon Department of Revenue rules and procedures. The Department of County Management (DCM), specifically the Division of Assessment, Recording, and Taxation (DART), is essential to Multnomah County's operation, providing revenues for essential services. The team is committed to reliable, responsive, and personal service, acting as good stewards of public resources, and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for employees, customers, and the community.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or equivalent
• One (1) year of real estate experience in the fields of real estate appraisal, construction, real estate finance, property management and/or accounting
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate and OR State valid driver's license, valid car insurance and access to a vehicle
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire or as soon as reasonably possible an appropriate and valid Oregon State Appraiser Registration (annual certification required) as outlined in ORS 308.010

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of or ability to learn, real property appraisal principles, practices, and procedures
• Experience with or understanding of income, cost, and sales comparison approaches to determine market value
• Ability to read building plans and understand building architecture and construction components
• Understanding of Oregon Measures 5 and 50 and Department of Revenue Administrative Rules
• Familiarity with vacancy rates, land use regulations(zoning), affordable housing programs and finance arrangements
• Intermediate Microsoft Office Suite; Google Suite preferred and GIS software skills.
• Experience with Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) software systems and third party online databases like Costar and RMLS

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze sales data for commercial, multifamily, and commercial land to support market value appraisals.
• Research zoning regulations, land use restrictions, utility availability, topography, and ingress/egress.
• Interview owners, agents, and tenants to compile rental/lease information and pertinent appraisal facts.
• Research real property exemptions and perform audits of assessment data and value change reports.
• Learn to apply the Market, Cost, and Income approaches to estimate the value of commercial and multifamily properties.
• Ensure all valuations meet Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) and Oregon Administrative Code (OAC) requirements.
• Collaborate with supervisors to update trending, pricing, and valuation tables within the computer-assisted mass appraisal (CAMA) system.
• Inspect improved properties to determine use, condition, and quality of construction.
• Measure buildings, interpret blueprints, and prepare scale drawings to determine size and construction features.
• Analyze property data to determine the most productive use of the land.
• Explain appraisal procedures, tax policies, and appeal rights to property owners and their representatives.
• Review appealed accounts for errors and assist in preparing the County’s response for cases before the Property Value Appeal Board (PVAB) and Department of Revenue.
• Initiate changes to the assessment roll to correct clerical errors, omitted property, or double assessments.

Benefits

• employer-funded retirement savings
• health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents
• paid parental leave
• wellness programs
• a focus on work-life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree