Residential Appraiser I

St. Louis County, Minnesota; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Louis County in Minnesota is seeking a Residential Appraiser to perform inspections of property, research descriptions and documents, and prepare residential and agricultural appraisals. You will work under supervision to ensure accuracy and consistency in appraisal reports.

The position involves field inspections, data gathering, and analysis to determine property value, with emphasis on accuracy, ethics, and timely completion of assessments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of property to determine conditions, improvements, measurements and locations.
• Research property descriptions, deeds and other documents to support appraisal.
• Review information with property owners and others to assess accuracy of information.
• Make routine appraisals of residential and agricultural properties under supervision.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Valid driver's license

Job description

Are you interested in being a Residential Appraiser for St. Louis County? Put your expertise to work conducting inspections of property, researching, reviewing information and making appraisals.

The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range for 2026. The full salary range, including longevity pay, is $30.18 - $42.65 per hour.

This Residential Appraiser position is part of the Civil Service Basic Unit Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement represented by Council 5 of AFSCME.

St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County, on a full-time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.

An employee in this entry level appraiser class is responsible for making routine appraisals of residential and agricultural properties in St. Louis County. Duties include: conducting inspections of property to determine conditions, improvements, measurements and locations; researching property descriptions, deeds and other documents; reviewing information with property owners and others to assess accuracy of information; making appraisals based on available information. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.

These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled. FREQUENT: Lift-push/pull while stationary up to 10 pounds; Carry-push/pull while moving about up to 10 pounds; Balance; Move About; Grasp; Handle; Reach; Sit; Stand; Talk/Speak; Walk; Hearing close proximity (0-5 ft) and Hearing distance (up to 20 ft); Vision (near, midrange and far); Works alone; Works around others; Inside; Outside; Drive; exposure to weather conditions; and exposure to traffic. OCCASIONAL:Carry-push/pull while moving 11 to 20 pounds; Climb stairs; Headset; Works with others; Customer/Public contact; and exposure to slippery surfaces. RARE:Carry-push/pull while moving 21 to 100 pounds; Crouch/Squat; Kneel; Stoop/Bend; Twist (waist); Clients with Behavioral Challenges; and Extended day.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Pass/Fail):

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.

RATING SYSTEM:

• Points will be awarded based on the applicants answers to supplemental questions 8-13.
• Experience beyond ten years may be included on the application for purposes of meeting minimum qualifications or informing the hiring authority of your complete employment history.

Supplemental Questions will be 100% of the scoring process.

Please Note: When answering the supplemental questions on the website, the webpage may time out after 30 minutes. It's recommended you draft your answers in a separate document and copy/paste the answers into the application when you're finished writing. Failure to answer and save all of the questions on the "Supplemental Questions" page within 30 minutes may result in the deletion of your answers by the application system.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT & SCREENING PROCESS SCHEDULE:

• September 14, 2026 - Applicant screening to begin
• Week of September 28, 2026 - Supplemental question scoring to be completed
• Week of October 12, 2026 - Interviews to be conducted

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions.

VETERANS PREFERENCE:

If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:

• Veteran: DD214 noting character of service
• Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months.
• Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.)
• Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD214, Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate.

Please refer to Minnesota Statue 197.455 for additional requirements. Click Here.

PHYSICAL-MEDICAL STANDARDS:

Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.

DRUG TESTING:

Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.

BACKGROUND CHECK:

Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County subject to a background investigation.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION:

All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:

Appointees to the position must successfully complete a 12-month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.

NON-DISCRIMINATION:

St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer.