Railcar & Utility Appraiser (PAS4)

Railcar & Utility Appraiser (PAS4)

Salary

$5,241.00 - $7,043.00 Monthly

Location

Pierce County - Tacoma, WA

Job Type

Full Time - Permanent

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

2026-096

Department

Dept. of Revenue

Division

Property Tax

Opening Date

05/18/2026

Closing Date

5/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

The Department of Revenue has an exciting career opportunity available to join the Property Tax division as a Property Appraiser (Property & Acquisition Specialist 4) on the Utility Valuation team. If you have experience appraising property as a County Assessor's employee or as a real estate analyst, this position could be a great fit for you.

As the Railcar Property Appraiser, your primary role will be the valuation and assessment of all Private Railcar fleets that travel through Washington State. In addition, you will work closely with taxpayers and other stakeholders to defend your valuations and ensure compliance with all reporting requirements. You will also be trained to assist other appraisers with increasingly complex public utility appraisals.

The hiring manager may start screening applicants as early as May 26, 2026, and make a hiring decision at any time after. It will be to your advantage to submit materials as soon as possible.

Revenue is a dynamic learning organization where you will experience a remarkable work-life balance, with amazing leadership and talented co-workers ready and focused to achieve the agencys goals. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences. We employ and serve people of all backgrounds including people of color, immigrants, refugees, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, and veterans. This unique culture of respect promotes a professional family of cohesive groups maximizing potential through opportunity. We offer a generous benefits package that includes defined benefit retirement plans; health, dental and vision coverage, deferred compensation plans, and as a public service employee, you may also be eligible for student loan forgiveness.

Visit these links to watch our recruitment video to find out more about our agency and see what our employees say about why Revenue is a great place to work.

Please review the opportunity details below and forward this message to others you feel may be qualified.

Duties

Some of your other responsibilities will include:

• Planning, coordinating, appraising, reporting, apportioning, and defending personal property valuations of inter-county private railcars, including developing, updating and publishing annual reports online for private railcar companies.
• Assisting other appraisers in the completion of appraisals of utility company properties in the electric, gas distribution, pipeline, railroad, airplane, or telephone industries
• Working with key utility databases and systems to ensure accurate records are stored and generated.
• Engaging in training and research to continuously improve expertise in an assigned industry or industries.

Qualifications

The required qualifications are key competencies that have been successfully demonstrated through experience or education. These competencies ensure effective performance in assisting with property tax programs. To join our team, you must possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies:

KNOWLEDGE

• Demonstrated knowledge of basic property appraisal principles, particularly as they relate to valuing real and personal property, supported by experience preparing valuation reports, or performing similar analytical work governed by statute or rule.
• Proven knowledge analyzing financial documents and other data sources to determine values, substantiated through experience reconciling valuation inputs, and producing defensible appraisal conclusions.
• Demonstrated knowledge of database systems and reporting tools used to aggregate, input, and analyze large datasets, including maintaining accurate records established through work performing data reconciliation in accordance with department or state standards and legal requirements.
• Proven knowledge of various appraisal approach methodologies and educational materials, including cost, income, and market approaches-supported by experience preparing valuation reports, conducting personal or utility property appraisals, or performing similar analytical work governed by statute or rule.

SKILLS

• Demonstrated experience researching, investigating, validating, reconciling, and analyzing data from multiple sources, demonstrated through work maintaining databases, performing quality assurance checks, and ensuring accuracy of records used for assessment or valuation.
• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Excel and related analytical tools to conduct analysis, reporting, and resolve intricate issues related to data reporting systems and Excel spreadsheets, utilizing problem-solving techniques and data validation, as evidenced through professional experience requiring advanced spreadsheet use.
• Proven skill to identify deficiencies in technical program administration, shown through analyzing workflows and processes, and provided solutions and recommendations.
• Demonstrated skill to present and defend valuation studies shown through experience communicating to an audience while adjusting tone and language to effectively engage taxpayers and varying audiences.

ABILITIES

• Demonstrated ability to represent the agency with professionalism and integrity, shown through experience handling confidential information appropriately, participating in consultations or appeals, or delivering clear and accurate information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and professionally, shown through experience preparing written reports, presenting valuation findings, responding to stakeholder inquiries, or explaining technical content to varying audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, taxpayers, consultants, county officials, and other partners, as indicated through experience collaborating in professional environments requiring diplomacy, clarity, and customer service.
• Demonstrated ability to self-identify, manage, and adapt to evolving requirements with strict deadlines, supported by experience managing high volume assignments, meeting legal or regulatory timelines, assisting other utility appraisers, while producing accurate deliverables and shifting program needs with limited supervision.
• Proven ability to manage and analyze complex data sets, developing insights, with experience communicating findings to support informed decision-making and enhance program outcomes.

EQUITY COMPETENCIES

• The ability to take action to learn and grow: This equity competency identifies people who are curious about themselves and others who take responsibility for knowing their own strengths and weaknesses, and who use their learning to make government programs and processes more efficient and effective to serve all in Washington.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others: This equity competency identifies people who are flexible, adaptable, customer-service focused and willing and able to empathetically respond to the unique needs of the people they work with and serve.
• Uses an equity & inclusive approach: Actively seeks to understand and appreciate the diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of colleagues, customers and communities. Encourages an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and respected. Uses an equity lens that applies an objective perspective to daily work by considering impacts on the people we serve, particularly marginalized groups, by actively identifying and removing inequitable barriers.

Preference may be granted to candidates who possess the following:

WSATA Unitary Appraiser Certification.

State of Washington Ad Valorem Real Property Appraiser Accreditation.

Advanced skills using Microsoft Excel and other MS Office Applications.

A bachelors degree involving major study in business or public administration, finance, real estate, economics, accounting, or related field AND three (3) years of professional experience in activities such as appraising and/or auditing real and /or personal property, non-residential property management, corporate finance, selling, leasing, or buying commercial real estate.

OR

An associate's degree involving major study in law, business, public administration, political science, or related field AND four (4) years of professional experience appraising personal property, land, residential, commercial, or industrial property, interpreting and articulating state laws, or agency policies/procedures to stakeholders, tax practitioners, and the general public.

To be considered:

• Complete/update your online profile in detail, as it will serve as your initial resume.
• Attach a letter of interest, describing your specific qualifications for this position.
• Note - Incomplete applications and applications received without the requested attachments may be disqualified.*

To take advantage of Veterans preference, please attach your DD-214, member 4 long form, or your NGB-22. Please blackout your social security number and date of birth before attaching.

Questions?

Hello, my name is Patrick and I will be assisting with this announcement. As a 20-year Army veteran, I understand the difficulty finding an enjoyable career with a work-life balance. At Revenue, we pride ourselves in connecting talented individuals with opportunity and would like to answer any questions you have. Please contact any part of the Staffing team atJobs@dor.wa.govor give me a call (360) 704-5738.

Supplemental Information

The Human Resources Division may use referrals from this recruitment to help fill future similar vacancies for six months.

For current Department of Revenue employees and union members of the WPEA, current promotion rules will apply if selected.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the Department of Revenue and the Washington Public Employees Association (WPEA).

The Department of Revenue is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and offer a respectful, inclusive culture for people with disabilities, as well as members of all protected groups and statuses. We encourage you to apply.

If you need help during the application process, please call the Human Resources Office at 360-704-5731. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. Thats why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026

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• Family/Friends
• State Employee
• School Representative/Professor
• Career Counselor
• Job/Career Fair
• Social Media Contact
• Other

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Please identify any "other" responses to question 1

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Although this opportunity may have telework options, you must reside in Washington State. Do you live in or plan to relocate to Washington State?

• Yes
• No

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Will you now or in the future require the Department of Revenue to commence ("sponsor") an immigration case in order to employ you (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration case)? This is sometimes called "sponsorship" for an employment-based visa status.

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• No

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