Residential Appraiser or Senior Residential Appraiser

Salary : $67,850.00 - $109,054.00 Annually

Location : Shakopee, MN

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 2025-00016

Division : Community Services Division

Department : Property & Taxation Services

Opening Date : 02 / 13 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 28 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : 300

Job Summary

Incumbents are responsible for Scott County's real estate valuation and property classification of residential and agricultural property types for tax assessment purposes. Incumbents perform work of considerable difficulty in appraising property for tax assessment purposes and are the primary and often only contact between the County and property owners / taxpayers regarding property valuation and classification. Appraisers must meet licensing requirements established by the MN Department of Revenue. Ongoing duties include : performing field inspections in assigned areas, maintaining accurate information in the County's mass appraisal system, analyzing real estate sales, applying accurate sales data to the valuation process, responding to taxpayers concerns about property valuation and classification, resolving informal appeals through interactions with the property owner, real estate agents, or appraisers, resolving formal appeals through interactions with property owners, attorneys and fee appraisers, potentially testifying at local boards of review, county boards of review, and tax court proceedings.

Residential Appraiser : $67,850 - $91,811

Sr. Residential Appraiser : $75,858 - $109,054

Depending on the selected candidate and their qualifications, this position may be filled as either a Residential Appraiser or a Sr. Residential Appraiser.

The eligible register developed from this posting may be used to fill future FT and PT vacancies within this classification.

Essential Duties

Residential & Sr. Residential Appraiser

Performs annual physical field inspections of 20% of parcels (property and buildings) within an assigned area of the County according to assessment cycle and annual inspections plans and timelines; inspects properties as needed related to permit review or valuation appeals.

Compiles and analyzes market data to allow reliable estimates of property values; determines valuation and classification of properties per MN Tax Law; determines and utilizes the most appropriate approach to value based on the specific property.

Appraises value of property, including income-producing property, and estimates property taxes as necessary; inspects new construction, partial construction, alterations / additions, and as requested due to valuation issues.

Responds to complex and / or difficult questions or concerns from taxpayers regarding the assessment process, property values, classification and taxes.

Maintains various computerized property records systems, including CAMA (Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal); performs data entry and database management related to appraisal and assessing activities.

Sr. Residential Appraiser :

Periodically assists with Commercial, Industrial, and Apartment appraisal work including property inspections, data entry, or other work typically assigned to Commercial Appraisers.

Regularly provides training to Residential Appraisers and Assessment Technicians

Keep communications open with trainees, offers support, defines expectations, maintains contact, and actively participates in all aspects of training.

Full Job Descriptions can be found here :

Minimum Qualifications

Residential Appraiser Require s :

1.) Bachelor's degree in real estate or a related field; OR

2.) three (3) years of progressively responsible assessment experience and a Certified MN Assessor (CMA) License; OR

3.) three (3) years of progressively responsible appraisal experience and a residential appraisal license through the MN Department of Commerce.

One must possess a MN CMA license or be able to obtain it within 1 year of hire. Coursework through the MN Dept. of Revenue, the MAAO, or the IAAO is highly desirable. The incumbent shall possess a valid driver's license and provide a reliable means of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities. As a condition of continued employment, people must obtain licensure as an Accredited Minnesota Assessor (AMA) within five years of having become licensed as a CMA, or the MDOR approved waiver.

Senior Residential Appraiser Requires :

Accredited MN Assessor (AMA) License

Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate or a related field and / or coursework through the MN Dept. of Revenue, the MAAO, or the IAAO is highly desirable.

Senior Accredited (SAMA) License from the MN State Board of Assessors is also desired.

Possess a valid driver's license and provide a reliable means of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities.

Selection Process

Selection for this position will be based on a minimum qualifications screening and rating of training and experience. Top candidates will be forwarded to the hiring manager or supervisor for consideration for interview and / or additional assessments. Final selection will include a background check and approval by the County Board.

If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Scott County Employee Relations department at 952-496-8103 and reference the posting title and number.

If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit :

Note - Intermittent, Temporary, and PT positions less than 20 hrs per week are not eligible for benefits.

Benefits : (Benefit offerings can and do change on occasion.)

A comprehensive benefits package is provided for all employees who work 20 hours per week or more. For detailed benefit information visit the Scott County Benefit Hub at

• Health Insurance - Four-tier plan option available
• Dental Insurance - Four-tier plan option available
• Life Insurance
• Flexible (Pre-Tax) Spending Accounts
• Post-Retirement Health Care Savings Plan
• Long-Term Disability
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Vacation & Sick Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• PERA (Public Employee's Retirement Association) Retirement Plans
• On-Site Occupational Health Nurse
• Active Health & Safety Teams, Committees, and Programs

Other great benefits available :

Scott County has adopted a Total Rewards philosophy!

Scott County is an employer of choice, supporting, encouraging, and engaging employees through focused employee investments and workplace programs and offerings that promote and foster individual and organizational well-being. The net result of this philosophy is public service excellence.

Our goal is to address the multiple facets of employee well-being via 6 different program delivery "buckets." These buckets encompass different topic areas, benefits, and initiatives that the County invests in to achieve Total Rewards. These buckets include physical health, workplace social / belonging, work / life balance, financial security, training and development, and emotional health.

Please select the answer that best describes your level of education :

Is your degree in Real Estate or a related field?

If you possess a degree(s), please list the degree(s) you possess and your program area of focus (e.g. BS in Education) :

Do you have a Certified MN Assessor license?

Do you possess a Residential Appraisal license through the MN Department of Commerce?

Do you have an Accredited MN Assessor (AMA) License?

Please select the answer that best describes your Assessment experience (full-time equivalency).

Please list the employer(s) and briefly describe the experience you listed in the previous question.

Please select the answer that best describes your Appraisal experience (full-time equivalency) :

Please list the employer(s) and briefly describe the experience you listed in the previous question.

Do you possess a valid driver's license?

Do you have any additional education / schooling related to this position?

Please list the courses and / or classes you have taken.

Do you possess a professional designation from IAAO or another professional real estate association?

If yes, please list designation :

Is there anything else you want to add that is pertinent to this position?

Required Question

Salary : $67,850 - $109,054