Appraiser/Appraiser Trainee

Posted: 05/06/2026

Government

Recognized as one of the best places to work in Southeast Minnesota for three consecutive years, at Olmsted County every role helps to foster a vibrant community where everyone thrives. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do, driving public service excellence and community well-being.

We don’t just offer a job, we offer a career filled with purpose, growth, and fulfillment. Our benefits package ensures your wellbeing, while career advancement opportunities and professional development empower you to reach your full potential.

Join us, and you'll be part of a purpose-driven team where your work truly makes a difference. Together, we build a sustainable, healthy, and welcoming community.

Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience

Expected starting $27.14 to $36.25. Full salary range $27.14 to $45.35 (Appraiser Trainee)
Expected starting $34.62 to $46.23. Full salary range $34.62 to $57.83. (Appraiser)

Associate’s degree from an accredited college in real estate, business administration or related field. (Appraiser Trainee)
OR
A combination of education and experience equivalent to two (2) years of experience in a related or customer focused position. (Appraiser Trainee)
OR
Associate’s degree from an accredited college in real estate, business administration or related field and one (1) year of experience in a customer focused position. (Appraiser)
OR
A combination of education and experience equivalent to three (3) years of experience in a customer focused position. (Appraiser)
OR
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in real estate, business administration, or related field. (Appraiser)

Required Special Qualifications:
Certified Minnesota Assessor (CMA) certification from the Minnesota State Board of Assessors is required within two (2) years of employment. As a condition of continued employment, persons with a CMA certification must obtain and keep licensure as an Accredited Minnesota Assessor (AMA) within five (5) years of having become licensed as a CMA. (Appraiser Trainee)

Certified Minnesota Assessor (CMA) certification from the Minnesota State Board of Assessors is required upon employment. As a condition of continued employment, persons with a CMA certification must obtain and keep licensure as an Accredited Minnesota Assessor (AMA) within five (5) years of having become licensed as a CMA. (Appraiser)

Nature of Work

Under general supervision, appraises residential, agricultural or other property for tax assessment purposes. Participates in appeals or requests for changes of valuations and/or classification and administration of property tax programs. Supports a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace.

Examples of Work

Classifies and appraises residential, agricultural, manufactured homes, or other property according to proper assessment procedures; including compiling and analyzing data and inspecting property
Locates, measures, collects data, classifies, analyzes and interprets an estimate of value through the various approaches to value
Performs a variety of clerical duties in verifying, compiling and entering appraisal and assessment information, prepares property splits, map descriptions and administers various property tax programs
Receives and responds to inquiries and complaints concerning assessments, meets with taxpayers and attempts to settle disputes; attends Board of Appeal and Equalization meetings; interprets tax laws and regulations
Conducts property research, reviews and verifies sales for inclusion in sales ratio studies and market modeling; prepares special reports and conducts special assessment studies
Classifies and appraises mobile homes and other personal property
Estimates values from blueprints for new construction
Investigates, prepares analysis and recommends settlements on residential, agricultural or manufactured home tax court petitions, applications for abatements or reduction of assessed valued
Keeps abreast of local property value trends, maintains current valuation indexes and formulas in accordance with established standards
Performs other duties as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of real estate appraisal principles, methods, techniques, procedures, laws and regulations pertaining to the administration of Minnesota property tax and property tax classification system
Knowledge and ability to reach a credible value opinion of value utilizing the three approaches to value
Skill in the use of computers and technology
Ability to understand appropriate mass appraisal statistical measures and analytical techniques
Ability to analyze factors which influence the value of property and to exercise sound judgment in determining property values
Ability to independently perform logical and accurate field appraisal duties
Ability to guide, train and review the work of other property appraisers
Ability to make arithmetical computations and tabulations with speed and accuracy
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and to address the public in a courteous and pleasant manner
Ability to effectively communicate in both verbal and written form
Recognizes opportunities for system and process improvement. Makes recommendations and participates in development, testing and training
Ability to communicate effectively with staff and internal/external customers on the telephone and in person and maintain effective working relationships

Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.