Senior Appraiser (Hybrid)

anokacounty; Anoka (MN); Hybrid; USD 74.000 - 104.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible time off

Paid holidays

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Pension plan and retirement options

Advancement opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Anoka County is seeking a Senior Appraiser to assess commercial, industrial, and apartment properties in the County. You will research, classify, and value properties to provide fair assessments, produce detailed appraisal reports, and conduct ongoing field inspections and valuations.

The position is full-time, non-exempt, with benefits and potential hybrid scheduling after probation. Interviews planned for the week of 10/19/2026.

Qualifikationen

• Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of job-related experience.
• Possess a CMA-IQ license (Income Qualified Minnesota Assessor).
• Equivalent education/experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
• Successfully pass driver's license background check.

Aufgaben

• Examine and evaluate property to establish a fair market value for taxation.
• Perform on-site inspections to determine property condition.
• View and inspect parcels to determine changes from prior assessment.
• Verify property classification and land type breakdown for accuracy.
• Provide information to owners regarding assessment laws and valuation procedures.
• Communicate with taxpayers about sensitive financial matters.
• Monitor real estate trends and interpret market data.
• Handle tax court negotiations and testimony as needed.
• Manage appeals for Local and County BOE.
• Prepare and update field notes documenting changes.

Kenntnisse

Strong communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

CMA-IQ license

AMA License

Licensed Real Property Appraiser

Certified Residential Real Property Appraiser

Jobbeschreibung

Job Posting End Date: October 18, 2026 at 11:59pm CST

Hiring range: $74,214.40 to $103,896.00 annually ($35.68 to $49.95 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.

Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.

Position Description

The Anoka County Property Records and Taxation Divisions mission is to embrace innovation to provide exceptional property tax, land records, vital records, and elections services. The division has an immediate opening for Senior Appraiser who will perform various duties. Some of the critical responsibilities of this position include the assessment of commercial, industrial and apartment properties in Anoka County. The Senior Appraiser will research, classify, and value property to provide a fair and equitable property assessment. The Senior Appraiser produces detailed appraisal reports while remaining flexible and embracing ongoing field inspections and property valuations.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, benefit-eligible position. Interviews will take place the week of 10/19/2026 for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.

Pay and Benefits

• Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 34: $74,214.40 to $103,896 annually ($35.68 to $49.95 per hour).
• 24 days of paid Flexible Time Off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive insurance including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits
• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location

This position will work at the Anoka County Government Center, located at 2100 3rd Ave. Anoka, MN 55303. Expected work hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. with the possibility of flexible/hybrid scheduling upon completion of probationary period.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Senior Appraiser.

• Examine and evaluate property to establish a fair market value for taxation.
• Perform on-site inspections to determine condition of property.
• View and inspect all parcels of property in assigned assessment districts to determine any changes from prior assessment.
• Verify property classification and land type breakdown to ensure accuracy.
• Provide information to property owners relating to assessment law, procedures of valuation, homesteading and classification.
• Communicate with taxpayers in an effective manner concerning sensitive financial matters.
• Monitor trends of surrounding properties. Track and interpret real estate trends.
• Handle negotiations and preparations for tax court. Testify concerning all areas of property assessment.
• Handle appeals for Local and County Board of Appeal and Equalization (BOE).
• Prepare and update field notes to document changes from previous assessment.
• Review parcels and applications for special programs.
• Provide reports on appraisals and ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group.

Qualifications and Requirements

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of job-related experience
• Possess an Income Qualified - Certified Minnesota Assessor License (CMA-IQ)
• In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis
• Successfully pass driver's license background check

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Degree in Business, Mathematics, Public Administration, Real Estate or Statistics
• Possess an Accredited Minnesota Assessor (AMA) License
• Licensed Real Property Appraiser, or Certified Residential Real Property Appraiser
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

Standard office environment, and various county work sites both indoor and outdoor, including unfinished structures, construction areas, rough terrain, and changing weather conditions depending on assignment. Work activities may require contact with uncooperative, angry, and sometimes hostile clients depending on assignment. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers.