Industrial/Commercial Property Appraiser Senior

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:

$45.27 - $55.67 Hourly

Department:

Department of County Management (DCM)

Job Type:

Regular Represented

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

November 11, 2026

The Opportunity:

Overview

Who We are Seeking:  Multnomah County's Department of County Management Division of Assessment, Recording and Taxation is seeking to hire an Industrial/Commercial Property Appraiser Senior.

The Property Appraiser Senior classification is the advanced journey-level paraprofessional in the Property Appraiser classification series that performs the most difficult and complex assignments requiring a higher level of responsibility, applying advanced subject knowledge, leading others in assigned tasks and exercising significant independent judgment and initiative. They will receive work assignments in terms of objectives, priorities, and deadlines. They will review others' work. Their own work is reviewed for technical accuracy, compliance to program objectives and overall results. 

Who We Are & What We Do:  At the Department of County Management (DCM), the public service we carry out is essential to the operation of Multnomah County as a government, as well as an employer. The Division of Assessment, Recording, and Taxation (DART) strives to ensure the stability and quality of life for our community by providing local government with the revenues necessary to fund essential services.  We pride ourselves on providing reliable, responsive, personal service to the public and our co-workers. As a team, we are committed to being good stewards of public resources while creating a safe and inclusive environment for employees, customers, and the communities we serve. 

“The primary role for all staff members is to carry out the functions of the Division of Assessment Recording and Taxation in a manner that is friendly, respectful, resourceful and willing in order to create an environment of safety, trust and belonging for all.”

As an Industrial/Commercial Property Appraiser Senior the primary duties include the following:  

Leading:  As an integral member of the INCOM (Industrial Commercial Multi-Family) valuation leadership group you will lead a group of appraisers and/or appraisal projects; prioritize and coordinate work assignments; review work for accuracy; provide support and training to valuation staff members;  recommend organizational or procedural improvements or modifications; assist with developing, planning and implementing strategies, policies, practices, and priorities; as well as prepare reports on operations and activities. 

Appraisal:  A person in this role may perform or oversee the most complex and difficult INCOM group appraisals;. make value estimates using income, market, and/or cost approaches where applicable; estimate depreciated value of machinery, equipment and personal property assets, develop land values and contamination adjustment estimates;  estimate values for consolidation and segregation of property; make exception event determinations per Measure 50; confer with the appraisal supervisory staff on appraisal problems prepare, review, participate in and train others in Property Values Appeal Board hearings, Magistrate or Regular Division and give recommendations based on evidence submitted; Prepare narrative appraisal reports on the most complex properties. Train others to, or personally, confer with property owners or their representatives regarding assessed values and related assessment issues; explain rights and procedures; initiate changes to assessment roll to correct double assessments, omitted property, clerical errors and other changes related to the assessment roll. 

Research and Analysis: Prepare and present comprehensive reports to various and diverse audiences. Analyze sales information for property, land sales and other appraisal data for use in sales studies and in market value appraisals. Analyze zoning regulations and land use restrictions; participate in development of valuation models; plan, organize and lead special studies or reappraisal projects; and review proposed legislative concepts. 

Inspection: In this role you may physically inspect machinery and personal property assets,  bulk petroleum storage facilities, improved and vacant property to determine condition and construction information; measure buildings, interpret blueprints and prepare scale drawings to determine  a property's highest and best use.

To Qualify

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. 

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Associate degree; experience may substitute for a degree
• 3 years of appraisal experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position
• A valid driver license
• This position requires the appraiser to use their own vehicle to perform field inspections; their vehicle must be properly insured.  
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire or as soon as reasonably possible an appropriate and valid Oregon State Appraiser Registration as outlined in ORS 308.010
• Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 
  • Ability to perform physical inspections and inventories of personal property, affixed machinery and industrial manufacturing sites
  • Knowledge and ability to audit and reconcile a business's financial statements, ledgers, journals and schedules to the personal property returns for purposes of omitted property discovery
  • Knowledge and experience with machinery and equipment as concerns the depreciation and valuation in an industrial/personal property environment
  • Ability to pass a criminal record check

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Demonstrated leadership experience
• Advanced level CAMA skills, use of list database/query 
• Advanced appraisal knowledge, M50 & Exceptions review
• Advanced knowledge of Industrial & Commercial group processes and procedures
• Experience working with appeals, PVAB & Magistrate process and procedure
• Project management experience

*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position. 

Screening and Evaluation 

The Application Packet: Your completed application must include the following items:

• A completed online application.
• A resume that contains your relevant experience and education. Please be sure your resume includes the following for each employer: name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, a brief summary of your responsibilities, and if applicable the number of employees under your supervision.
• A cover letter that expands on your resume and addresses 
  • why you are interested in this position and;
  • demonstrates how your experience and skill set aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed.

Note: The application,  resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, addressing how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualification listed, as these materials may be scored and determine if you move forward in the process.

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications: We may do an additional preferred review, phone screen, and/or send out additional supplemental questions to identify those highest qualified.
• Consideration of top candidates: We will consider qualified candidates in order of rank and score from the list of eligible candidates. This may include panel interview(s), a hiring interview, and/or additional testing to determine the best candidates for a position.
• Background check and reference checks: All finalists must pass reference checks and some departments may require a criminal records check.

Additional Details 

This recruitment may be used to fill full-time, part-time, temporary, limited duration and on-call positions.

Type of Position: This hourly union-represented position is eligible for overtime.

Schedule: We offer a variety of flexible schedules such as 9/80’s, 4/10’s, or 5 8 hour shifts. 

 

Telework Status: At this time, the position is designated as routine telework with plans to transition to a hybrid work schedule that requires three in-office days, effective no later than July 01, 2027. This designation of telework may be subject to change at a future time. Currently, all employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.

Work Location: This position works onsite at the Multnomah Building, 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97214.

Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; and much more. Find more details on our benefits website.

Equal Pay Law: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.

Serving the Public, Even During Disasters

Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page. 

In accordance with Oregon Law, Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter:

Jessi Rhodes

Email:

jessi.rhodes@multco.us

Phone:

+1 (971) 8650407

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Job Profile:

6128 - Commercial and Industrial Property Appraiser Senior