Property Appraiser 2

Benton County (OR); Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 61,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

$0 Health Insurance Premium

Retirement contributions

Wellness program

AD&D/Life/Disability coverage

Job summary

The Benton County Assessment Department is seeking a Property Appraiser 2 to determine real market value for property in Benton County through onsite inspections of land, homes, and dwellings. The role may involve flexible scheduling after probation and progression through related levels depending on qualifications.

The salary range for Property Appraiser 2 is $61,115 to $87,543, with benefits including retirement contributions and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Associate's or two-year technical degree required.
• 4 years of related work experience may be required for higher level.
• Registered Appraiser with Oregon Department of Revenue per ORS 308.010 at hire and maintain through education.

Education

Associate's degree or two-year technical degree in a related field

Job description

The Benton County Assessment Department is looking for a Property Appraiser 2.

Job Summary

The purpose of this position is to accurately establish real market value of all real and personal property in Benton County. This is done in accordance with the Oregon State department of revenue's rules and regulations and is accomplished through onsite inspections of tracts of land, dwellings, outbuildings, and or manufactured homes.

Flexible work schedule is available upon successful completion of the probationary period.

UNDERFILL and LOWER-LEVEL OPTION

The goal is to fill this position as a Property Appraiser 2. This recruitment may be filled at the level of Property Appraiser Trainee, Property Appraiser 1, or Property Appraiser 2 depending on qualifications and experience. For Property Appraiser Trainee level, the position is distinguished from the Property Appraiser 1 by the entry‑level type of residential appraisals performed and the level of training and oversight by Senior appraisers. For Property Appraiser I level, initial appraisals may be less complex and of narrower scope than those performed by a Property Appraiser 2.

Please Note: For a complete list of the duties, responsibilities and physical requirements of this position click on the level below:

• Property Appraiser Trainee - Salary Range: $46,463 - $66,684
• Property Appraiser 1 - Salary Range: $56,113 - $80,364
• Property Appraiser 2 - Salary Range: $61,115 - $87,543

The first review of applications will be on September 16, 2026.

Applications that are submitted after this date may or may not be considered for interviews. The posting may close without notice after the first review date when a sufficient number of qualified candidates are received.

BENEFITS

• Generous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!
  • 11 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays + 8 hours of vacation accrual every month + sick leave! Vacation accrual increases with years of service.
• $0 Health Insurance Premium!
  • Medical, Dental and Vision - cover your eligible family members without additional premium.
  • In addition, the County contributes up to $1,900 per year to your Health Savings or Health Reimbursement account, depending on plan and personal contributions!
  • Apart from your deductible you can use this money for things that aren't traditionally paid by insurance – i.e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medications
  • You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year
• Dependents up to age 26 are covered!
• Get ready for retirement. Generous employer paid contributions!
  • After 6 months of employment:
  • The County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS!
  • The County makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 1.5% of your salary! You can add more if you wish.
• A free and award-winning wellness program
  • Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health.
  • Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities.
  • Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs!
• 100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($50,000), and Long-Term Disability coverage.
  • Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates!

• Annual salary range of:
  • Property Trainee - Salary Range: $46,463 - $66,684
  • Property Appraiser 1 - Salary Range: $56,113 - $80,364
  • Property Appraiser 2 - Salary Range: $61,115 - $87,543
  • This position guarantees two salary raises within your first year as long as your performance is in good standing!
• Have benefits questions?
  • Reach out to us anytime: [e-mail]

Minimum Qualifications

• Property Appraiser Trainee
  • Associate's degree or two-year technical degree in a field related to the assignment; AND
  • 2 years of general office, property appraisal, public/business administration, real estate or financeexperience or a related field.
  • Registered Appraiser with the Department of Revenue per ORS 308.010 within 6 months of hire and then maintain registration by completing formal education approved by the department of revenue.
• Property Appraiser 1
  • Associate's degree or two-year technical degree in a field related to the assignment; AND
  • 3 years of general office, property appraisal, public/business administration, real estate or financeexperience or a related field.
  • Registered Appraiser with the Department of Revenue per ORS 308.010 at time of hire and maintain registration by completing formal education approved by the Department of Revenue.
• Property Appraiser 2
  • Associate's degree or two-year technical degree in a field related to the assignment; AND
  • 4 years of general office, property appraisal, public/business administration, real estate or financeexperience or a related field.
  • Registered Appraiser with the Department of Revenue per ORS 308.010 at time of hire and maintain registration by completing formal education approved by the Department of Revenue.

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