Commercial Appraiser II

Cache County Corporation; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 74,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Utah Retirement System

14 paid holidays

18 days of Personal Leave

Job summary

Cache County Assessor's Office is seeking an internal candidate for a full-time Commercial Appraiser II. Responsibilities include field and desk duties to value commercial/industrial properties, with emphasis on USPAP compliance and market data analysis.

The role offers full benefits starting on day one and a schedule of Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Pay ranges from $35.71 to $40.70 per hour, with Utah-specific benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a closely related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in commercial real estate appraisal.
• Ad Valorem Certified Residential or Ad Valorem General appraiser designation.
• Valid Utah Driver's License, with specified driving standards.

Responsibilities

• Valuation of standard commercial and industrial properties using Cost, Sales Comparison, and Income Capitalization approaches.
• Conduct on-site field inspections to verify dimensions, construction, condition, and use.
• Analyze rent rolls, operating statements, and lease data to determine NOI and cap rates.
• Represent the Assessor's Office before the Board of Equalization with evidence and appraisals.
• Assist in development and calibration of mass appraisal models using CAMA software and GIS tools.
• Ensure all work complies with USPAP and state statutes.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a closely related field

Job description

The Cache County Assessor's Office is seeking an internal candidate to join our team as a Commercial Appraiser II. This role will perform technical field and desk duties to identify, collect data on, and value commercial and industrial real properties. Working under supervision, you'll conduct physical field inspections, analyze market data, and ensure accurate property records. All work must align strictly with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), Utah State property tax statutes, and county guidelines.

Commercial Appraiser II is a full-time benefited position, generally working Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. All benefits start on the first day! Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k, Utah Retirement System, 14 paid holidays, and 18 days of Personal Leave in the first year. The pay for this position ranges from $35.71 to $40.70 an hour.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Valuation Execution:

Independently perform the valuation of standard commercial and industrial properties (e.g., retail strips, office buildings, warehouses) utilizing the three recognized approaches to value: Cost, Sales Comparison, and Income Capitalization.

Field Inspections:

Conduct on-site inspections of commercial properties to verify physical dimensions, construction quality, condition, and intended use.

Financial Analysis:

Analyze rent rolls, operating statements, and lease data to determine Net Operating Income (NOI) and appropriate capitalization rates for valuation purposes.

Appeals & Defense:

Represent the Assessor's Office before the Board of Equalization (BOE) by preparing comprehensive evidence, written narratives, and appraisals to defend valuation findings.

Mass Appraisal & Modeling:

Assist in the development, calibration, and maintenance of commercial mass appraisal models; utilize Computer-Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) software and GIS tools to identify property inconsistencies and manage data.

Compliance & Professionalism:

Ensure all appraisal work complies with Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and Utah state property tax statutes, while maintaining professional and tactful communication with taxpayers, property owners, and representatives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a closely related field AND Three (3) years of experience in commercial real estate appraisal.

Special Qualifications:

• Must have Ad Valorem Certified Residential or Ad Valorem General appraiser designation.
• Must possess a valid Utah Driver's License, with no DUIs/ARRs within the past five years and no more than two moving violations within the previous 24 months, or meet the county's current driving standard.

**The first review of applications will be on or after October 9, 2026.**