Property Appraiser 1

State of Montana; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision care

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Flexible hours

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

State of Montana’s Department of Revenue seeks a Property Appraiser 1 to perform residential property reviews, field inspections, and data research. You will help determine final valuations through sales comparisons, land use assessments, and model calibration.

The role emphasizes accuracy, documentation, and timely customer service. The position supports the Property Assessment Division, offers telework eligibility to a limited extent, and includes a strong benefits package with retirement and

Qualifications

• Residential appraisal methods and procedures.
• Construction, mapping, GIS, and cadastral concepts.
• Property sales and valuation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct property reviews and discoveries to identify appraisal needs and priorities.
• Review tax records, land use, improvements, valuation documents, and other information.
• Identify properties for appraisal review.
• Research and analyze residential property characteristics to estimate value impact.
• Analyze and evaluate appraisal information and determine final property value.
• Examine site, improvements, zoning, covenants, and deed restrictions.
• Compile and analyze construction cost data affecting values.
• Perform field appraisals and site inspections.
• Conduct comparables to identify valuation factors.
• Collect data for maps, plats, and sketches used in appraisals.
• Determine primary use for appraised properties.
• Document assumptions and limiting conditions.
• Determine comparable sales data and adjustments to valuations.
• Estimate value of site improvements.
• Determine appraisal method (cost or market) for residential properties.

Skills

Research and analysis

Accuracy and attention to detail

Microsoft programs and database apps

Written and verbal communication

Job description

Job Description - Property Appraiser 1 (26142662)

Mission Statement

To be the nation's most citizen oriented, efficiently administered, state tax agency.

The Montana Department of Revenue administers approximately 40 state taxes, property appraisals, alcohol beverage laws, cannabis laws, and unclaimed property for the state of Montana. The Property Assessment Division manages Montana’s property assessment and valuation of all taxable property for property tax purposes. PAD is comprised of the Geographic Information System Unit, Program Support Unit, Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal Unit, Industrial Unit, Division Administration team, and approximately 30 local field offices in various counties in Montana.

What We Can Offer You

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Health, dental, and vision care; life insurance; and long-term disability. The State currently contributes $12,648/year toward these benefits.
• Free health care for employees and eligible family member at Montana Health Centers.
• Employee Assistance Benefits including counseling, legal assistance, well-being coaching, financial information, which are free resources.
• Retirement plans- The State currently contributes 9.17%, vested after 5 years of continuous employment.
• Paid vacation- starting at 15 days a year.
• Sick leave- 12 days a year.
• 11 holidays, including a floating holiday, which can be used any time.
• Flexible hours.
• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Visit the Health Care and Benefits Division for more information at https://benefits.mt.gov/. In addition to employee benefits, there are a wide range of advancement opportunities throughout the Department of Revenue.

Duties

Job Overview

This position resides in the Property Assessment Division of Department of Revenue. Duties include residential property reviews, discoveries, data research, and field appraisals. Complete inspections to determine the residential property final valuation. Analyze, assess, and classify land uses. Assist with specification, calibration, and benchmarking of land models, sales comparisons, and property characteristics. Support ongoing program operations and activities. Respond to taxpayer inquiries and explain appraisal activities. Provide dispute resolution and participate in appeal hearings. The position does not supervise other staff.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Conduct property reviews and discoveries to identify appraisal needs and priorities, recommend priorities based on property use, value, location, and other characteristics.
• Review tax records, land use, improvements, valuation documents, and other information.
• Identify properties for appraisal review.
• Research and analyze individual residential property characteristics to estimate the impact on property values.
• Analyze and evaluate appraisal information and determine final property value.
• Examine site and improvement data, sanitation regulations, zoning, planning, covenants, deed restrictions, and other technical and legal documentation.
• Compile and analyze construction cost data and determine the effects on property values.
• Conduct field appraisals and site inspections of subject properties.
• Perform comparable sales to identify valuation factors.
• Collect data required for maps, plats, and sketches used in appraisals.
• Determine the primary use for appraised properties.
• Document professional assumptions and limiting conditions.
• Determine comparable sales data and adjustments to valuations.
• Estimate the value of site improvements.
• Determine appropriate appraisal method (cost or market) for residential properties.
• Verify information in title and ownership data, inspection reports, market models, and other sources.

Knowledge of

• Appraisal methods for residential properties
• Construction, mapping, GIS, and cadastral
• Property sales and valuations procedures

Skills in

• Research and analysis
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Microsoft programs and other database applications
• Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication

You would be a great fit for this position if you:

• Self-motivation
• Follow instructions
• Provide timely customer service
• Multitask and prioritize work under deadlines
• Basic computer skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate with a wide range of personalities using discretion, active listening, critical thinking, and problem sensitivity.
• Written and verbal communication

DOR is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

(All computer systems and tax guidelines will be trained on the job.)

Salary

54,396.00 - 56,576.00

Telework Eligibility

Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)

Benefits Package Eligibility

Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

1

Employee Status

Regular

Schedule

Full-Time

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 50 % of the Time

Primary Location

Kalispell

Agency

Department of Revenue

Union

Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date

Oct 21, 2026, 2:50:36 PM

Closing Date

Nov 5, 2026, 6:59:00 AM

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.