Job Description

Property Appraiser 3

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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 member 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.

Visit the Health Care and Benefits Division for more information at https://benefits.mt.gov/. In addition to employee benefits, there are a wide range of advancement opportunities throughout the Department of Revenue.

DUTIES

Job Overview:

This position resides in the Property Assessment Division of 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 comparison 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 data base applications Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication

You would be a great fit for this position if you:

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

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; you must have a valid driver's license.



To be considered for any DOR position, applicants must complete and submit their application online and upload any required documents. Successful applicants are required to successfully pass DOR tax and background check(s). DOR is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.


*This is an incomplete list of job duties. For a complete job description please contact Human Resources. (dorhr@mt.gov or 406-444-9858)


(All computer systems and tax guidelines will be trained on the job.)

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

Please submit the following application material:

Resume Complete state application



Submissions incomplete or missing relevant materials will not be reviewed or considered.

Applicant Pool Statement

: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.

Special Requirements

Eligibility for employment will be subject to the following:

Criminal Background Check

. Circumstances involving convictions will be reviewed

Tax status must be current.

Circumstances involving tax status issues will be reviewed

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; you must have a valid driver's license.

REMOTE/TELEWORK:

This position may be eligible to work fom an approved worksite; however, the successful candidate must be a primary resident of Montana as a condition of employment. This position would be required to report to the 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. Full-time teleworking is not available.

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.



Successful applicants are required to successfully pass DOR tax and background check(s).

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

The above competencies are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:

Two years of post-secondary education in business, accounting, economics, public administration, construction technology, or related field; and Four years of job-related experience. Preferred work experience includes mass appraisal, property tax appraisal, assessment, auditing, agriculture, forestry, surveying, real estate, or related field. Requires Montana certification in residential property appraisal (IAAO 101) & Montana agricultural/forestland property appraisal (AG Certification) per ARM 42.18.206-208 and MCA Title 15; within the first year of employment. Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis.

The minimum level needed

within one year

of work is:

Montana certification in residential property appraisal (IAAO 101) per ARM 42.18.206-208 and MCA Title 15 Montana certification in Income Approach Valuation (IAAO 102) per ARM 42.18.206-208 and MCA Title 15 Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice training (USPAP), ARM 42.18.206-208 Agricultural Land Classification/Appraisal (ALCA), ARM 42.18.206-208

Applicant Pool Statement

If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.

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: $

56,064.00 - 57,929.00 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

1

Employee Status

Regular

Schedule

Full-Time

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 50 % of the Time

Primary Location

Plentywood

Agency

Department of Revenue

Union

Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date

Nov 12, 2025, 1:42:18 PM

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone)

: Dec 8, 2025, 12:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials

Resume

Contact Name

Human Resources |

Contact Email

dorhr@mt.gov |

Contact Phone

406-444-9858