Real Estate Appraiser

$24.88 - $37.32 Hourly

$51,755 - $77,633 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C6

Posting Details

Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within one week of closing date. Applicant use of Artificial Intelligence tools is prohibited during interviews.

Please make sure to attach your transcripts to certify degree (If Applicable) and accounting hours that are required.


Why does the job exist?

The purpose of this position is to provide technical assistance to the county assessors and ensure that the property tax code is being followed; perform appraisals and appraisal reviews of residential, commercial, industrial and agricultural properties; conduct valuation protest hearings and write decision orders; perform annual county assessor evaluations and special projects.


How does it get done?

This position will be responsible for:

- Participating in appraisals of residential, commercial, special use buildings, industrial and agricultural properties
- Valuing lessor and lessee interest in property
- Providing assessors and their staff technical assistance in conducting mass appraisals
- Training county assessors and their staff in appraisal and assessment procedures
- Solving difficult problems of appraisal
- Collecting and analyzing economic data affecting property values
- Reviewing and evaluating appraisal reports
- Communicating with management and assist office staff as needed
- Assist management in training and mentoring other bureau staff in appraisal practices
- Travel to all 33 county assessor offices statewide as necessary


Who are the customers?

The taxpayers of the State of New Mexico.


Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have experience and knowledge in:

- (2) years of experience in real estate, appraisals, real estate appraisals, accounting, auditing, finance, and/or collections
- Performing basic right-of-way research, review, and documentation requiring basic understanding of real estate terminology
- Appraising real and personal properties to determine their fair value
- Performing independent research, analysis, negotiation, and providing documentation
- Reviewing and approving real estate appraisal reports to ensure quality and integrity


Minimum Qualification

Associate's Degree in Business Administration or Finance and two (2) years of experience in real estate, appraisals, real estate appraisals, accounting, auditing, finance, and/or collections. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education and experience.


Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification within six (6) months of date of hire as a condition of continued employment. Must be current with all tax reporting/payment. Employment is subject to post offer pre-employment criminal background check to include fingerprint checks and is conditional pending results.


Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and telephone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required. Travel may be required.


Supplemental Information

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Agency Contact Information: Claudia Lucero, View phone number on click.appcast.io Email


For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.