Certified General Real Estate Appraiser

Boden Talent; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Remote or hybrid working options

Regular team events

Job summary

A leading real estate firm is seeking a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser to join their family-owned commercial business in Columbus, Ohio. This mid-senior level role involves appraising various asset types and providing high-quality reports. The ideal candidate will produce over 2 appraisal reports weekly and must be confident in testifying in property tax cases. A full benefits package and remote work options are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser.
• Proven experience appraising various asset types.
• Capable of producing over 2 appraisal reports weekly.

Responsibilities

• Appraise different real estate asset types.
• Prepare high-quality appraisal reports.
• Testify confidently in property tax cases.

Skills

Real Estate Appraisal

Testifying in property tax cases

Communicating effectively

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Boden Talent is supporting our client in the search for a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser to join their high-performing, family-owned commercial real estate business. This is a key hire, and the position is being filled immediately. Candidates will be asked to provide work samples as part of the interview process.

Essential Experience & Requirements

• Must be a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser (Registered Appraisal Assistants, Certified Residential, or Licensed Residential Appraisers cannot be considered — this is a non-negotiable requirement).
• Confident testifying in property tax cases or litigation.
• Proven experience appraising a variety of asset types including land, new developments, multi-family, office, industrial, special-purpose, and retail.
• Capable of producing 2+ appraisal reports per week, with writer and administrative support.
• Eminent domain experience preferred (interest in this area also welcomed).
• MAI designation or interest in pursuing MAI certification is an advantage.

The Right Fit

• Works well in a collaborative team but thrives without micromanagement.
• Comfortable in a close-knit, family-owned company of 20–30 employees (appraisal team fewer than 10).
• Positive attitude, adaptable, and solutions-focused when faced with challenging or unique assignments.
• Comfortable handling shifting priorities and busy workloads.
• Excellent communication skills with both clients and colleagues.
• Meticulous attention to detail with pride in delivering high-quality reports and service.

What’s on Offer

• Join a respected CRE brand with a legacy reputation and consistent high-volume work.
• Dedicated administrative support for scheduling site visits, managing calls, quality checking reports, and invoicing.
• Writer assistance for report preparation and formatting.
• Supportive, fun, and psychologically safe work culture.
• Remote or hybrid working options (site visits and deadlines must be met).
• Full benefits package (401k, health, dental, vision, life insurance).
• Regular team events and company outings (e.g., Clippers games, Ohio State Fair, holiday parties, milestone celebrations).

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Analyst