NEOGOV · 4 weeks ago
8775 - Property Appraiser I (Assessor)
Medford, OR
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$25.56/hr - $34.18/hrJackson County is seeking to hire a Property Appraiser to join their team of dedicated Property Appraisal professionals. The ideal candidate will perform data entry functions for the maintenance of the Jackson County assessment rolls and provide excellent customer service and technical support for department staff and citizens.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Performs physical inspections of properties; inventories and appraises residential and rural for tax assessment purposes. Prepares appraisal reports, records and correspondence. Prepares and updates aerial photographs and field maps
Describes and classifies property improvements using approved guidelines
Analyzes and extracts information from reports, expense statements or personal interview
Records information; computes market values and cost of reproduction; notes physical functional or economic factors to establish fair and accurate values of real property. Maintains, updates, uses and protects current County records, special studies and historic data used in the performance of duties. Compiles and formats raw data; schedules code grouping for input to Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal software (CAMA)
Locates, investigates and confirms property sales
Inspects farms and forest properties for compliance with farm use guidelines and forest special assessment
Prioritizes and screens field reviews of building permits by the type and complexity of construction
Responds to public inquiries on property valuations, complaints, appeals and the appraisal process; explain policies and procedures
May represent the Jackson County Assessor’s office at the Board of Property Tax Appeals (BoPTA) and at Magistrate hearings
Adheres to regulatory requirements, collective bargaining agreements, County and departmental policies and procedures, required trainings, as well as safe work practices
Develops and maintains effective internal and external working relationships at all levels
Has regular and reliable attendance. Overtime may be required
Qualification
Required
Pass a criminal background check prior to hire
Submit an acceptable DMV certified court print prior to hire
Pass a pre-employment drug screen, which includes screening for Marijuana
Certified as a Registered Property Appraiser in the State of Oregon within six months of hire
Requires possession of a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record
Adhere to continuing education requirements as provided in Oregon Revised Statute 308.010 3(a)
Requires a basic understanding of theories, principles and techniques of real estate appraisal
Familiarity with farm and forest use special assessments and farm commodities grown in the area and farming practices associated with them
Ability to read and interpret maps and legal descriptions
Ability to identify and analyze simple problems and make sound recommendations
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Ability to use mathematics to calculate costs and establish property values
Ability to use a variety of office machines including computers, calculators and other appraisal tools and equipment
Ability to interpret and explain department policies and procedures
Requires the ability to perform field appraisals including exertion of a moderate amount of physical effort
Requires sufficient hand/eye coordination and dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs or body to perform semi-skilled repetitive movements, filing, data entry and/or use of other office equipment or supplies
Must be able to perceive forms and colors accurately
Requires the ability to operate motor vehicles
Tasks involve frequent walking over rugged terrain and on steep slopes, standing, lifting and carrying objects up to 50 pounds and some climbing
Tasks are regularly performed outdoors with exposure to adverse environmental conditions such as heat, cold, wetness, dust, odors, vehicular exhaust fumes, and wildfire smoke
Benefits
Health Insurance
Hinge
Wellness Center by CareATC
Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Long-Term Disability
Voluntary Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Voluntary Life Insurance
Vacation
Sick Leave
Holidays
Personal Leave
Oregon Public Employees’ Retirement System
Voluntary Deferred Compensation Program
Voluntary Direct Deposit
Voluntary Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Section 125 Plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Company
NEOGOV
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Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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$700MKey Investors
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2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
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