Commercial Appraiser - creates register for future openings

Commercial Appraiser - creates register for future openings

Salary

$86,531.76 - $110,439.00 Annually

Location

Main County Campus-3000 Rockefeller Ave, Everett, WA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-ASR2148-01

Department

Assessor

Division

Assessor Real Property Appraisal

Opening Date

09/14/2026

Closing Date

9/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

Performs the full scope of professional appraisal work in the appraisal of commercial and industrial real property, including residential, multifamily, mixed use, and all other property types within commercially zoned areas, using professional mass appraisal methods and guidelines to ensure uniformity and fairness of assessments for property tax purposes for the County Assessors office.

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The hiring process may include one or more (but is not limited to) of the following:

1. Application review and evaluation.

2. Talent Layoff Register review.

3. Supplemental Questionnaire scoring.

4. Written exam.

5. Interview.

6. Second interview may be held at managements discretion.

7. Reference check and credential verification.

8. Job offer made to selected candidate (contingent on background check results). Note: Upon request the applicant will need to provide a complete 3 year drivers abstract. Note: Job offers are contingent on successful completion on reference and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all person hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

9. Criminal background check.

10. Final job offer or retraction (based on background check results).

Job Duties

STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Inspects, defines, and appraises all commercial real property (land and improvements) to determine assessed value.
• Performs site inspections of subject properties and comparable sales in the field. Coordinates with other jurisdictions to update property records.
• Analyzes, selects, and applies applicable appraisal methods and techniques to determine values of all property types including commercial/industrial values. Mass appraises commercial property neighborhoods and all property types within them.
• Benchmark assigned work areas to establish land values; research and analyze sales to determine assessed value categorized by property type; including commercial properties as well as all property types in commercially zoned areas.
• Applies as appropriate all three appraisal methods of valuation- sales, income, and cost. Researches extensively the market and analyzes sales to determine assessed value using the sales comparison approach; Researches market based financial information to arrive at assessment using the income approach; Researches market based construction and depreciation data to determine value using the cost approach.
• Develops, tests, and models mass appraisal for all property types, including complex properties. Produces, analyzes, and presents mass appraisal reports consistent with USPAP. Checks for uniformity, assessment level, calibration, and equalization consistent with DOR and IAAO performance standards.
• Prepares appeal responses and makes decisions as to the validity of assessments and whether valuations should be amended, stipulated, or defended. Reviews appraisals prepared in house and works collegially with other commercial appraisal staff, consulting with fellow appraisers to correct deficiencies and improve quality of reports.
• Represents and defend appraisals at assessment appeal hearings of the Board of Equalization and the State Board of Tax Appeals on behalf of the Assessor; as required, provides testimony in court and legal proceedings related to commercial/industrial assessments. As needed coordinates and consults with assigned prosecuting attorney in preparation for formal appeals and hearing strategy.
• Explains and provides detailed commercial/industrial assessment information to property owners, agents and general public. Reviews appraisal reports, income, rent rolls, cost, sales and feasibility data presented by property owners, agents, tax representatives, attorneys, and other appraisers in rebuttal of County appraisals.
• Researches, maintains and applies current knowledge of all WACs and RCWs, Department of Revenue advisories, market trends, legal trends, USPAP regulations and IAAO standards.
• Identifies areas in commercial appraisal process needing special attention and recommends solutions. Consults with staff and supervisor as needed regarding mutual appraisal and workflow issues.
• Trains residential and apprentice commercial staff.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelors degree in any field which includes coursework that is appropriate for the position; AND four (4) years of appraisal experience; OR any equivalent combination of training and/or experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Previous appraisal experience working for a governmental agency responsible for ad valorem tax assessments is preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

A valid Washington State Drivers License and proof of Insurance coverage, including business use coverage is required for employment. Must have a suitable vehicle for reimbursable use on county business.

Must have successful completion/passing of the following at position appointment; OR, completion/passing of the following within 12 months of hire date:

• International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO) Course 101-Fundamentals of Real Property Appraisal, OR equivalent.
• IAAO Course 102 - Income Approach to Value, OR equivalent.
• IAAO Course 300 - Fundamentals of Mass Appraisal, OR equivalent.
• State of Washington Accreditation as a Real Property Appraiser and/or Certification as a Licensed Real Estate Appraiser
• Successful completion of USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practices) Basic (15 hr) course.

Additional requirement: biennial completion of fifteen (15) hours of State Department of Revenue approved continuing education to meet State of Washington accreditation requirements.

Additional Information

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• property legal descriptions and instruments of ownership
• building construction practices and building and land values
• laws and regulations relating to the assessment of commercial properties
• zoning, perspective zoning, land use planning requirements for development, building costs, depreciation, and possible uses of property
• valuation theory and practice including all methods of valuation and valuation of complex property types
• building materials, equipment, fixtures, workmanship and general construction quality as applied to all classes of building
• interjurisdictional departments, rules, permitting, procedures, and information sources
• property valuation theory and practice, DOR, IAAO and USPAP standards for mass appraisal
• intermediate to advanced skills in personal computer processing and terminology
• intermediate to advanced skills in personal computer based spreadsheets;
• working knowledge of statistics
• methods and techniques applicable to mass appraisal and statistical updates
• state laws, rules and codes pertaining to assessment appraisals and mass appraisal
• office practices and procedure

Ability to:

• meet deadlines and work independently with minimal supervision
• obtain and analyze facts essential to determining the value of property and to prepare accurate detailed, narrative appraisal reports
• apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions
• communicate effectively both orally and in writing; follow written and oral instruction
• serve public and private entities in a professional, polite and courteous manner; includes frequent contact with attorneys and property tax representatives
• read and understand building construction plans, specifications, photographs, and blueprints
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, various public and private officials, and the general public
• gather, correlate and justify use of best appraising methods and techniques for each property
• analyze and solve problems associated with appraisal of complex commercial properties and all other property types
• represent the Assessor at hearings requiring procedural knowledge and analytical ability
• train employees in the technical and complex aspects of appraising
• perform appraisals of a complex nature
• understand and interpret financial records and instruments
• proficiently utilize personal computers and software
• proficiently utilize computer aided mass appraisal system and assessment administration system

PHYSICAL EFFORT

Employee must have mobility to climb under and over building structures.

SUPERVISION

Work involves making more complex and difficult commercial/industrial appraisals. The work is performed under the limited supervision of the Commercial Division Manager. Work requires considerable independent judgment and is reviewed through meetings and periodic status reports and by evaluation of results obtained.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The majority of the work is performed in the usual office environment. The remainder of the work is performed indoors and outdoors at sites throughout the county. There is possible exposure to hazardous areas at industrial and new construction sites.

Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.

EEO policy and ADA notice

Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week.

Visit www.snohomishcountywa.gov/Benefits to learn more about the following benefits.

County Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Retirement
• Basic Group Term Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Commuting Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Partners for Health Employee Wellness Program
• Leave & Holidays

Voluntary Benefits

• Deferred Compensation 457(b)
• Supplemental Group Term Life Insurance
• Additional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Supplemental Individual Insurance Policies

Healthcare Premiums

• Regular full-time employees: If you work 35 or more hours per week, you will pay these monthly premiums for medical insurance. The County pays the monthly premiums for vision, dental, and basic life insurance.
• Regular part-time employees: If you work between 20 and 34 hours per week, you will pay pro-rated monthly premiums for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. The Countys contribution toward the premium for an employee in a regular part-time appointment will be pro-rated in an amount equal to the F.T.E. percentage the employee is assigned.

Note: Temporary employees, seasonal employees and paid interns may be eligible for medical insurance benefits. Review the Countys ACA Employer Shared Responsibility Guide to learn more.

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Following are a series of supplemental questions designed to assess your job related experience and qualifications. Total Points Possible is 100 - Passing is 70 points (70%). Please note that as part of the screening process your responses will be reviewed in conjunction with your general online application. The employment history detailed in your general application must validate/support your responses to the supplemental questions. If your responses cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the review/selection process. A resume may be submitted, but it will not substitute for the general online application or supplemental questions; responses such as "see resume" may not be considered. Similar answers supplied on other documents will not be evaluated simultaneously with this supplemental. Each question must be answered completely even when this results in a repetitive response. Failure to answer all questions completely may result in a lowered score or elimination of your application from further consideration. Do you understand that your responses to the supplemental questions for this position must be supported by your general application/work history detail?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess or can you obtain prior to appointment, a valid Washington State Drivers license, unrestricted except as to vision?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess or can you obtain prior to appointment, a vehicle suitable for reimbursable use on county business?

• Yes
• No

04

What is your length of work experience in both residential and commercial appraisal?(30 Points)

• None
• 1 Year appraisal experience
• 2 to 3 years appraisal experience
• 4+ years of Residential appraisal experience
• 4+ years any combination of Residential and Commercial appraisal
• 4+ years of Commercial experience

05

What formal education have you completed in any field of study which includes coursework that is appropriate for the position of Commercial Appraiser? (20 Points)

06

What courses have you completed that is appropriate for the position of Commercial Appraiser? Include name of course, credit hours earned and year taken. (15 points)

07

What Accreditations, Designations or Licenses have you completed in any field which is appropriate for the position of Commercial Appraiser? (20 Points)

• None
• DOR Accreditation
• Appraisal Institute Designation
• Fee Appraisal License

08

If you selected that you have an accreditation, designation or license please list them here and include date awarded and number. If not, enter N/A.

09

Please describe a minimum of five specific "Knowledge and Ability" that are in the job description which you have demonstrated in your previous work experience. (15 Points)

Required Question

Employer Snohomish County

Address 3000 Rockefeller Ave M/S 503

Everett, Washington, 98201

Phone (425) 388-3411

Website http://www.snohomishcountywa.gov/2553