Property Appraiser 1 (Commercial and Multifamily)

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:

$32.03 - $39.06 Hourly

Department:

Department of County Management (DCM)

Job Type:

Regular Represented

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

May 07, 2026

The Opportunity:

Overview

This recruitment will close when 150 applications are received or May 7, 2026, at 11:59 PM, whichever comes first. Please apply without delay!

Are you looking to launch a career in the specialized field of real estate appraisal? We are seeking a detail-oriented, analytical individual to join our team as a Property Appraiser 1. In this entry-level role, you will work under the close mentorship of experienced appraisers and managers to gain expertise in the complexities of commercial and multifamily property valuation for ad valorem taxation.

This position is designed for growth. Unlike the Appraiser 2, who works with high independence, the Appraiser I receives comprehensive training and "on-the-job" monitoring to ensure all work aligns with Oregon Department of Revenue rules and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Research & Market Analysis

  • Data Collection: Gather and analyze sales data for commercial, multifamily, and commercial land to support market value appraisals.

  • Site Analysis: Research zoning regulations, land use restrictions, utility availability, topography, and ingress/egress.

  • Fact-Finding: Interview owners, agents, and tenants to compile rental/lease information and pertinent appraisal facts.

  • Compliance: Research real property exemptions and perform audits of assessment data and value change reports.

• Valuation & Appraisal

  • Three Approaches to Value: Learn to apply the Market, Cost, and Income approaches to estimate the value of commercial and multifamily properties.

  • Oregon Standards: Ensure all valuations meet Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) and Oregon Administrative Code (OAC) requirements.

  • System Maintenance: Collaborate with supervisors to update trending, pricing, and valuation tables within the computer-assisted mass appraisal (CAMA) system.

• Field Inspection & Technical Drafting

  • Site Visits: Inspect improved properties to determine use, condition, and quality of construction.

  • Technical Documentation: Measure buildings, interpret blueprints, and prepare scale drawings to determine size and construction features.

  • Highest and Best Use: Analyze property data to determine the most productive use of the land.

• Appeals & Public Consultation

  • Public Interaction: Explain appraisal procedures, tax policies, and appeal rights to property owners and their representatives.

  • Appeal Support: 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.

  • Roll Maintenance: Initiate changes to the assessment roll to correct clerical errors, omitted property, or double assessments.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a candidate who is eager to learn and possesses:

• Strong Analytical Skills: Ability to synthesize complex data from multiple sources.

• Technical Aptitude: Proficiency in reading blueprints and using scale drawings.

• Communication Skills: The ability to explain complex tax and appraisal concepts to the public with empathy and clarity.

• Integrity: A commitment to maintaining an accurate and equitable assessment roll for the community.

Who We Are & What We Do:  At the Department of County Management (DCM), the public service we carry out is essential to the operation of Multnomah County as a government,