Analytic Appraiser

Posting Date

03/25/26

Application Deadline

04/01/26

Pay Range

$26.25 - $37.50 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Assessor

About the Position

Are you looking for the opportunity to utilize your analytical skills to solve challenging and complex appraisal problems? Join our team of appraisers at the Maricopa County Office of the Assessor!

In this position, you will conduct appraisal analysis for the review, adjustment, and support of the residential division of the appraisal department, resulting in fair and equitable property valuation in Maricopa County. We will count on you to apply your knowledge and understanding of appraisal principles and practices to research and analyze property values. In addition, Analytic Appraisers confirm that the information pertaining to our values are accurate or identify necessary adjustments to produce fair and equitable values.

Bring your skills and appraisal know-how and apply today!

About Us

Named one of Arizona's top places to work in 2023 and 2025, the Maricopa County Assessor is dedicated to ensuring their employees feel valued and appreciated. The commitment to employing professionals and providing them with state-of-the-art tools and resources to produce fair and equitable property values shows a strong commitment to serving the citizens of Maricopa County. Fair and accurate property assessments are crucial for maintaining a just and transparent system for property taxes and public services. Come and be a part of our mission to place employee satisfaction and community service at the forefront.

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose

• Tuition reimbursement

• Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options

• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families

• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive

• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Property Appraisal, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis.

Other Requirements

• Successful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona Driver's license by the time of hire

• Must attain a DOR Level I and DOR Level II certification within 18 months of hire

• Must successfully attend and complete the following advanced level coursework within 24 months of hire:

  • IAAO 112 Advanced Income, IAAO Workshop 171 Standards of Professional Practices and Ethics, or IAAO Standards of Practice and Professional Ethics Supplement (online)

  • Either IAAO 151 or an Appraisal Foundation approved two-day USPAP course

  • IAAO Course 300 Fundamentals of Mass Appraisal

We Also Value

• Three years of experience in an appraisal or property environment such as real estate, construction, property inspection, titling, mortgage, or similar environments

• One year experience performing discovery, measurement verification, or other technical functions related to property appraisal or assessment

• Two years' appraisal experience, preferably in an Ad Valorem environment

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel

• Postgraduate courses in statistics, accounting, or economics

• Advanced appraisal training and continuing education

• Possession of DOR Level I and DOR Level II certifications

Job Contributions

• Produces fair and equitable values by confirming asset data; analyzes existing data assets for trends, reviews, research, and analyzes variance and other valuation reports to identify discrepancies and make necessary adjustments and corrections

• Alerts management to unusual or high impact property issues and valuation problems and makes recommendations for resolution

• Works with Field and Senior Field Appraisers to coordinate data integrity and review the information provided by Field and Senior Field Appraisers and collaborates to request additional property information, follow-through, and training support

• Resolves discrepancies and claims by researching and analyzing statutory requirements for appeals and noticing processes; meets with property owners regarding appeals and participates in field visits

• Research and prepare appeal packets and represent the Assessor's Office at State Board of Equalization (SBOE) hearings; follow noticing processes and ensures any outcomes are accurately electronically recorded

• Educates the public and cultivates public trust by meeting with property owners and their representatives to listen, inform, and guide

• Provides prompt, responsive, and accurate service when dealing with the public

• Ensures the Assessor's Office produces fair and equitable values by statutes and applies the full range of appraisal principles, methods, and procedures

Working Conditions

• Hybrid schedule in an office environment with fieldwork involving long hours in the sun, including exposure to dirt, extreme temperatures, and hazardous flora and fauna. Dirt road travel may be required.

Selection Procedure

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.

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