Property Appraiser 3

Our services impact EVERY Montanan!

Mission Statement

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

The Montana Department of Revenue administers almost 40 state taxes, property appraisals, liquor laws, and unclaimed property for the state of Montana. The Property Assessment Division manages Montana’s property tax laws, including the valuation of all taxable property for property tax purposes.

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 members 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.

In addition to employee benefits, there are a wide range of advancement opportunities throughout the Department of Revenue.

Job Overview

This position resides in the Property Assessment Division of the Department of Revenue. Duties include appraisal reviews for residential, agricultural, forestland, and commercial properties. Conduct property reviews, discoveries, data research, field appraisals, and inspections to determine final valuation of properties. Analyze, assess, and classify land uses for all property types. Assist with specification, calibration, and benchmarking of 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 searches 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 property characteristics such as site and improvement data, sanitation regulations, zoning, planning, irrigation rights, covenants, deed restrictions, depreciation schedules, capitalization rates, construction costs, and related considerations to estimate the impact on property values.
Conduct field appraisals, site inspections, and sales comparisons to identify valuation factors.
Collect data required for maps, plats, and sketches used in appraisals.
Document professional assumptions and limiting conditions.
Determine appropriate appraisal methods (sales comparison, abstraction, capitalization, etc.) for residential, agricultural, forestland, and commercial properties.
Verify information in title and ownership data, inspection reports, market models, and other sources to determine final values.
Classify properties according to primary use for all property types.

Knowledge of

Appraisal methods for all property types
Construction, mapping, GIS, cadastral, agriculture, forestry, and surveying
Property sales and valuations procedures

Skills in

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

You Would Be a Great Fit for This Position If You Have

Self-motivation
Follow instructions
Provide timely customer service
Multitask and prioritize work under deadlines

To be considered for any Department of Revenue position, applicants must complete and submit their application online and upload any required documents. DOR is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Working Conditions

Work hours may exceed 40 hours from time to time, including weekends.
Office environment.
Working outside.
Lifting is infrequent, less than 15 pounds.
Travel is required, must have a valid driver’s license.

Remote/Telework

This position may be eligible to work from an approved worksite within the state of Montana.
This position would be required to report to a Department of Revenue office assigned by the supervisor.
Employees must meet and sustain Department of Revenue telework eligibility requirements and supervisor’s approval to participate in the DOR Telework Program.

Training Assignment

This agency may use a training assignment.
Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules.
Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary

Salary: $53,984 - $55,849 Yearly

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

Employee Status

Regular

Schedule

Full-Time

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 50% of the Time

Primary Location

Baker

Agency

Department of Revenue

Union

Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date

Jun 9, 2025, 1:00:00 AM

Closing Date (based on your computer’s timezone)

Jul 1, 2025, 12:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials

Resume