Munro Footwear Group
Job Title
Property Appraiser 1 (25142939)
Mission Statement To be the nation's most citizen oriented, efficiently administered, state tax agency.
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision care; life insurance; and long‑term disability. The State contributes $12,648/year toward these benefits.
Free health care for employees and eligible family members at Montana Health Centers.
Employee Assistance Benefits including counseling, legal assistance, well‑being coaching, financial information.
Retirement plans – State 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.
Job Overview This position resides in the Property Assessment Division of Department of Revenue. Duties include residential property reviews, discoveries, data research, and field appraisals. Complete inspections to determine the residential property 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.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct property reviews and discoveries to identify appraisal needs and priorities, recommend priorities based on property use, value, location, and other characteristics.
Review tax records, land use, improvements, valuation documents, and other information.
Identify properties for appraisal review.
Research and analyze individual residential property characteristics to estimate the impact on property values.
Analyze and evaluate appraisal information and determine final property value.
Examine site and improvement data, sanitation regulations, zoning, planning, covenants, deed restrictions, and other technical and legal documentation.
Compile and analyze construction cost data and determine the effects on property values.
Conduct field appraisals and site inspections of subject properties.
Perform comparable sales to identify valuation factors.
Collect data required for maps, plats, and sketches used in appraisals.
Determine the primary use for appraised properties.
Document professional assumptions and limiting conditions.
Determine comparable sales data and adjustments to valuations.
Estimate the value of site improvements.
Determine appropriate appraisal method (cost or market) for residential properties.
Verify information in title and ownership data, inspection reports, market models, and other sources.
Knowledge
Appraisal methods for residential properties
Construction, mapping, GIS, and cadastral
Property sales and valuations procedures
Skills
Research and analysis
Accuracy and attention to detail
Microsoft programs and other database applications
Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
Qualifications
Two years of post‑secondary education in business, accounting, economics, public administration, construction technology or related field.
One year of job‑related experience.
Preferred work experience includes appraisal, property tax appraisal, assessment, auditing, agriculture, forestry, surveying, real estate, or related field.
Requires Montana certification in residential property appraisal (IAAO 101), and USPAP per ARM 42.18.206‑208 and MCA Title 15 within the first year of employment.
Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice training (USPAP), ARM 42.18.206‑208.
Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Applicant Pool Statement If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.
Contact Human Resources | Email: dorhr@mt.gov | Phone: 406-444-9858
EEO Statement State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
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Mission Statement To be the nation's most citizen oriented, efficiently administered, state tax agency.
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision care; life insurance; and long‑term disability. The State contributes $12,648/year toward these benefits.
Free health care for employees and eligible family members at Montana Health Centers.
Employee Assistance Benefits including counseling, legal assistance, well‑being coaching, financial information.
Retirement plans – State 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.
Job Overview This position resides in the Property Assessment Division of Department of Revenue. Duties include residential property reviews, discoveries, data research, and field appraisals. Complete inspections to determine the residential property 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.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct property reviews and discoveries to identify appraisal needs and priorities, recommend priorities based on property use, value, location, and other characteristics.
Review tax records, land use, improvements, valuation documents, and other information.
Identify properties for appraisal review.
Research and analyze individual residential property characteristics to estimate the impact on property values.
Analyze and evaluate appraisal information and determine final property value.
Examine site and improvement data, sanitation regulations, zoning, planning, covenants, deed restrictions, and other technical and legal documentation.
Compile and analyze construction cost data and determine the effects on property values.
Conduct field appraisals and site inspections of subject properties.
Perform comparable sales to identify valuation factors.
Collect data required for maps, plats, and sketches used in appraisals.
Determine the primary use for appraised properties.
Document professional assumptions and limiting conditions.
Determine comparable sales data and adjustments to valuations.
Estimate the value of site improvements.
Determine appropriate appraisal method (cost or market) for residential properties.
Verify information in title and ownership data, inspection reports, market models, and other sources.
Knowledge
Appraisal methods for residential properties
Construction, mapping, GIS, and cadastral
Property sales and valuations procedures
Skills
Research and analysis
Accuracy and attention to detail
Microsoft programs and other database applications
Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
Qualifications
Two years of post‑secondary education in business, accounting, economics, public administration, construction technology or related field.
One year of job‑related experience.
Preferred work experience includes appraisal, property tax appraisal, assessment, auditing, agriculture, forestry, surveying, real estate, or related field.
Requires Montana certification in residential property appraisal (IAAO 101), and USPAP per ARM 42.18.206‑208 and MCA Title 15 within the first year of employment.
Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice training (USPAP), ARM 42.18.206‑208.
Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Applicant Pool Statement If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.
Contact Human Resources | Email: dorhr@mt.gov | Phone: 406-444-9858
EEO Statement State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
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