Property Appraiser 2

State of Montana-posted 5 days ago

Full-time • Entry Level

Hybrid • Great Falls, MT

101-250 employees

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This position resides in the Property Assessment Division of Department of Revenue . Duties include residential, agricultural land and forestland property appraisal reviews. Complete inspections to determine residential, agricultural and forestland final valuation. Analyze, assess, and classify land uses. Assist with specification, calibration, and benchmarking of land models, sales comparisons, and property characteristics. Support ongoing program operations and activities. Respond to taxpayer inquiries and explain appraisal activities. Provide dispute resolution and participate in appeal hearings. The position does not supervise other staff.

Conduct property reviews and discoveries to identify appraisal need and priority.
Review tax records, land use, improvements, valuation documents, and other information.
Identify properties for appraisal review based on property use, value, location, and other characteristics.
Research and analyze property characteristics to estimate the impacts on property values.
Examine site and improvement data, sanitation regulations, zoning, planning, irrigation rights, covenants, deed restrictions, legal documentation, and construction cost data.
Determine effect on property values.
Conduct field appraisals and site inspections of subject properties.
Perform comparable sales analysis to identify valuation factors.
Collect data required for maps, plats, and sketches used in appraisals.
Determine the primary use of residential, agricultural, and forestland properties.
Document professional assumptions and limiting conditions.
Analyze and evaluate appraisal information to determine final value of properties.
Determine appropriate appraisal methods for residential, agricultural, and forestland properties.
Verify information for title and ownership data, inspection reports, market models, and other sources.
Analyze, assess, and classify residential, agricultural and forestland properties according to primary use.
Review agricultural and forestland use applications, ownership and title data, inspection reports, and other information to determine land classifications.
Assist higher level appraisers.
Compile title, ownership, and financial data.
Review property characteristics, inspection reports, market models, and other information.
Recommend valuations and adjustments.

Two years of post-secondary education in business, accounting, economics, public administration, construction technology or training; and One year of job-related experience.
Knowledge of: Appraisal methods for residential, agricultural, and forestland properties Construction, mapping, GIS, cadastral, agriculture, forestry, and surveying Property sales and valuations procedures
Skills in: Research and analysis Accuracy and attention to detail Conflict resolution Microsoft programs and other database applications Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
Demonstrate self-motivation
Follow instructions
Provide timely customer service
Multitask and prioritize work under deadlines
Montana certification in residential property appraisal (IAAO 101), per ARM 42.18.206-208 and MCA Title 15 Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice training (USPAP), ARM 42.18.206-208 Agricultural Land Classification/Appraisal (ALCA), ARM 42.18.206-208
Travel is required, must have a valid driver’s license.

Preferred work experience includes appraisal, property tax appraisal, assessment, auditing, agriculture, forestry, surveying, real estate, or related field.

Health, dental, and vision care; life insurance; and long-term disability.
The 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 %, 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.

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