Appraiser Trainee

Pend Oreille County is a great place to live, work, and play!

Pend Oreille Country is located in Northeastern Washington, on the border of Northern Idaho and Canada, with Newport, Washington being the County seat. We are just miles from major cities such as Spokane, Washington and Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. We offer rural living, fantastic recreational opportunities, and beautiful scenery.

Open Position: Appraiser Trainee

Full Wage Range: $3,106.55 – $3,923.14 per month

Hiring Range: $3,106.55 – $3,491.12 per month DOQ

Benefits include: Eligibility for medical, dental & vision insurance, HRA VEBA and/or HSA, PERS retirement plan options, life insurance, long-term disability, paid holidays, paid vacation, and paid sick leave, time-based step increases. Paid twice per month on the 10th and the 25th of each month.

JOB SUMMARY: This is a training position for the propose of appraisal of residential property or land appraisal and new construction. Defend all appraisals before the County Board of Equalization. Defend all appraisals before the State Board of Tax Appeals. Explain appraisals and appraisal methods to the public. This position works cooperatively and effectively with the public and other employees. This position is non-exempt and subject to a collective bargaining agreement.

Upon certification (12 months) this position will move into Appraiser I at a Step 1 wage rate.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

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This job classification works in an office environment, drives in a variety of weather conditions to inspection sites and spends time physically assessing property, or walking and driving through timber and other undeveloped terrain. This position requires lifting and carrying work materials (card trays, maps, etc) weighing up to 50 pounds. Stressful situations may arise when dealing with hostile property owners. There are potentially dangerous situations that occur when traveling in remote areas, when inspecting construction sites or when there may be illicit use of land involved. At times, there may be some exposure to vicious animals. In any of the above situations or any other situations you deem unacceptable, you may request another appraiser to accompany you to the inspection site. Because of the nature of this position, duties must be performed during regular hours within the department (no telecommuting).