Commercial Appraiser III

Cache County Corporation; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cache County Assessor's Office seeks a Commercial Appraiser III to value complex commercial, industrial, and specialized properties. You will perform valuations using multiple approaches and analyze income data.

This full-time benefited role in Logan, Utah offers an 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. schedule, comprehensive benefits from day one, and opportunities to lead a commercial team in market trend analysis while ensuring USPAP and IAAO compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and five years progressively responsible commercial appraisal experience.
• Licensed Appraiser or Certified Residential Appraiser at hire.
• Utah Driver's License with clean driving record or county standard.

Responsibilities

• Value complex commercial assets using multiple appraisal approaches (Cost, Sales Comparison, Income Capitalization).
• Analyze rent rolls, operating statements to determine NOI and capitalization rates.
• Use CAMA software and GIS to maintain valuation models and queries.
• Prepare evidence and provide testimony for complex appeals at State Tax Commission or court.
• Ensure USPAP and IAAO standards compliance in all appraisal work.
• Lead market trend analysis and establish county-wide valuation standards.
• Conduct on-site inspections to verify dimensions, quality, condition, and use.

Skills

Valuation expertise

Analytical skills

Testimony

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CAMA software

GIS mapping

Job description

The Assessor's Office is accepting applications for a Commercial Appraiser III. This position performs duties associated with the valuation of the County's commercial, industrial, and specialized property assets.

This 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 $39.25 to $44.74 an hour.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Independently perform valuations of the most complex and high-value assets-including shopping malls, multi-story hotels, and heavy industrial plants-utilizing advanced technical expertise and sophisticated modeling.
• Perform standard valuations for retail strips, office buildings, and warehouses using all three recognized appraisal approaches: Cost, Sales Comparison, and Income Capitalization.
• Analyze rent rolls, operating statements, and lease/expense data to calculate Net Operating Income (NOI) and determine appropriate capitalization rates.
• Utilize Computer-Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) software, financial programs, and GIS mapping tools to identify inconsistencies, develop queries, and maintain valuation models.
• Represent the Assessor's Office by preparing comprehensive evidence and providing expert testimony for complex appeals at the State Tax Commission or in court.
• Prepare written narratives and evidence to defend appraised values before the local and state Board of Equalization.
• Ensure all appraisal work adheres to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), the International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO) standards, and relevant state property tax statutes.
• Conduct on-site inspections of commercial and industrial properties to verify physical dimensions, construction quality, condition, and intended use.
• Gather and verify data for real property permits and ensure improvements are accurately reflected on property records.
• Analyze digital photography, aerial imagery, and property sketches; compare these against property characteristic data to ensure accuracy.
• Perform field reviews of commercial completion percentages for new construction.
• Lead the commercial team in market trend analysis and the establishment of county-wide commercial valuation standards.
• Develop and implement protocols for the assessment of new or emerging commercial property types.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: Graduation from college with a Bachelor's degree AND Five (5) years full-time progressively responsible experience performing primary duties of appraising commercial and income‑producing properties along with other related duties as outlined; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications:

• Requires a "Licensed Appraiser" or "Certified Residential Appraiser" credential at the time of hire.
• Obtain the "Ad Valorem General" designation (within 18 months).
• 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.