Assessment Appraiser

City of Saskatoon; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 83,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Saskatoon is seeking a Senior Assessment Appraiser to conduct, communicate, and defend property appraisals under provincial statutes and municipal by-laws.

You will assess values, review data, prepare field records, and participate in appeals, collaborating with the public and boards. Requires LAAS, five years in the field, and a valid Saskatchewan driver’s licence.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized, post-secondary real property assessment program.
• Possession of License (LAAS) through the Saskatchewan Assessment Appraisers Association.
• Successful completion of report writing coursework; or demonstrated ability to write reports.
• Five years progressively complex experience in assessment appraisal.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assesses property values following provincial statutes, manuals and guides with inspections and attribute application.
• Reviews sold properties and information requests, ensuring follow-up as needed.
• Analyzes statistics across property types to develop valuation parameters and models.
• Maintains field records for sketches and data in various formats.
• Provides estimates of assessed values to the public and stakeholders.
• Responds to inquiries about assessed values and implements corrections when required.
• Participates in the assessment appeals process by presenting evidence to boards.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Mass appraisal theory

Appraisal valuation methods

Legislation & regs

Communication skills

Data analysis

Field inspections

Statistical analysis

MS Office

GIS

CIS

Education

Post-secondary real property assessment program

LAAS license

Report writing coursework

Five years experience in assessment

Class 5 Driver's Licence

Driver’s abstract

Tools

CIS

GIS

Statistical software

Mass appraisal software

Job description

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Term:2TemporaryFull Time positions available for approximately 12 months.

Closing Date: 10/12/2026

Labour Group: CUPE 59

Posting: 5610

This position is a CUPE 59 position and will be filled in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Should it not be filled in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, external candidates will be considered.

Job Summary

Under supervision of a Senior Assessment Appraiser, this position conducts, communicates and defends appraisals for assessment purposes in accordance with Provincial Statutes and Municipal By-Laws.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assesses property values, in accordance with Provincial statutes, assessment manuals and guides, by conducting property inspections and identifying and applying property attributes and valuation models.
• Performs the necessary review and analysis of sold properties and other requests for information, including ensuring any necessary follow-up occurs.
• Reviews and analyzes statistical data for all property types to develop valuation parameters, table values, models and rates.
• Prepares and maintains comprehensive field records for sketches, diagrams and other relevant data in a variety of formats.
• Provides estimates of property assessment values to the public and other stakeholders.
• Responds to public, and other, enquiries regarding the assessed value of properties. Conducts analysis and ensures necessary corrections take place, as required.
• Participates in the assessment appeals process, including gathering and presenting evidence to the Board of Revision and the Saskatchewan Municipal Board.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements

• Graduation from a recognized, post-secondary real property assessment program. Real Property Assessment programs from the University of British Columbia or Lakeland College preferred.
• Possession of License (LAAS) through the Saskatchewan Assessment Appraisers Association.
• Successful completion of post-secondary coursework in report writing or demonstrated ability to write reports. Successful completion of a full demonstration appraisal for an appraisal or assessment sanctioning body preferred.
• Five years progressively complex experience in assessment appraisal or a related field.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• Considerable knowledge of the principles of appraisal and mass appraisal theory, assessment valuation methodologies and mass appraisal techniques.
• Considerable knowledge of Municipal, Provincial and Federal legislation and regulations pertaining to assessments, including relevant case law.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and internal and external stakeholders, including the Board of Revision and Saskatchewan Municipal Board.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, including the ability to prepare and present reports of a technical nature.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and make decisions in accordance with established policies, procedures and legislation.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a field environment, including inspecting properties at all stages of construction.
• Ability to perform statistical analysis and modelling.
• Ability to process large volumes of data with speed and accuracy, including identification of errors, inconsistencies, and anomalies.
• Skill in the use of a computer with Microsoft Office suite, computer-assisted mass appraisal system, statistical software, and other relevant corporate systems including CIS and GIS.

Requires Security Check

Acceptable current Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector Search (VSS) upon offer of employment.

Weekly Hours:36.67

Salary Range:$83,443.92to$91,996.80 CADper annum (2026rates)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) “the good life”, for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visit Saskatoon.ca/diversity

Accommodation

The City of Saskatoon strives to provide an accessible and inclusive workplace for all, including throughout the application and selection process through reasonable access and accommodations. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email [e-mail].

While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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