Property Appraiser 2
About The Position
The Property Assessment Division manages Montana’s property tax laws, including the valuation of all taxable property for property tax purposes. 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.
Requirements
- Two years of post-secondary education in business, accounting, economics, public administration, construction technology or training.
- One year of job-related experience.
- Montana certification in residential property appraisal (IAAO 101), per ARM 42.18.206-208 and Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice training (USPAP), ARM 42.18.206-208
- Agricultural Land Classification/Appraisal (ALCA), ARM 42.18.206-208
- Demonstrate self-motivation
- Follow instructions
- Provide timely customer service
- Multitask and prioritize work under deadlines
- Valid driver’s license
- Complete state application
- Resume
- Criminal Background Check
- Tax status must be current.
- Primary resident of Montana
Nice To Haves
- Appraisal, property tax appraisal, assessment, auditing, agriculture, forestry, surveying, real estate, or related field.
- 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
Responsibilities
- 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 sites 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.
- Respond to taxpayer inquiries and explain appraisal activities.
- Provide dispute resolution and participate in appeal hearings.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision care
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
- 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
- Retirement plans
- Paid vacation- starting at 15 days a year
- Sick leave- 12 days a year
- 11 holidays, including a floating holiday
- Flexible hours
- Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
