Appraiser Senior, Property

Senior Property Appraiser

In partnership with the Appraisal Supervisor, the Senior Property Appraiser will plan, organize, and supervise appraisal operations responsible for assessing properties in Washington County. In this position, you will have the unique opportunity to impact our rich and dynamic community by providing a variety of technical and lead experience utilizing the highest professional standards to gain the public's confidence and trust. In recent years, we have taken significant steps toward modernizing our operations, including the unveiling of a new property tax system to create a better, more convenient way of managing the county's files and documents and safeguarding our information. The Senior Property Appraisers serve as leads in assigning property appraiser projects and overall operations of assigned program areas. This role supports the Residential unit. The Senior Property Appraiser is the advanced level classification in the Property Appraiser series. Positions at the level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility, complexity of duties assigned, and lead worker responsibility. Positions in this classification interact extensively with industry professionals, conduct research, perform market analysis, and apply independent judgment in decision making.

To learn more about this opportunity please join us for a virtual Q&A session on June 17th 2026 at 4pm. If you would like to attend, please email Carmen Ramos for the link.

Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Communication skills: The Senior Appraiser must regularly interact with clients and staff, being polite, friendly, and professional is important. Additionally, exceptional verbal and written communication skills are essential in building relationships both inside and outside the organization.
• Organizational skills: Must be organized and utilize time management skills to meet deadlines and ensure others do as well. Problem-solving skills: Can excel at developing and applying alternative solutions to unexpected and complex problems.
• Leadership skills: Holds leadership foundation and is looking to develop themselves further. A successful candidate approaches leadership with a fair-minded lens and is motivated by public service.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or a field of study related to, quantitative analysis; AND two (2) years of work experience in property appraisal, real estate, or a field performing quantitative analysis. OR
• Possession of an Associate Degree in Business Administration or a field of study related to quantitative analysis; AND four (4) years of work experience in property appraisal, real estate, or a field performing quantitative analysis. OR
• Seven (7) years of work experience in property appraisal, real estate, or a field performing quantitative analysis.

• Possession of a current registration as a qualified Property Appraiser from the State of Oregon Department of Revenue (ORS 308.010), at the time of appointment.
• Possession of a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy.
• The incumbent must pass a criminal background check.

Our commitment to you: Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.