Commercial Appraiser III

About the role

This position performs duties associated with the valuation of the County's commercial, industrial, and specialized property assets. It is a full‑time benefited position, generally working Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. All benefits start on the first day.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform valuations of the most complex and high‑value assets—including shopping malls, multi‑story hotels, and heavy industrial plants—utilizing advanced technical expertise and sophisticated modeling.
• Perform standard valuations for retail strips, office buildings, and warehouses using all three recognized appraisal approaches: Cost, Sales Comparison, and Income Capitalization.
• Analyze rent rolls, operating statements, and lease/expense data to calculate Net Operating Income (NOI) and determine appropriate capitalization rates.
• Utilize Computer‑Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) software, financial programs, and GIS mapping tools to identify inconsistencies, develop queries, and maintain valuation models.
• Represent the Assessor’s Office by preparing comprehensive evidence and providing expert testimony for complex appeals at the State Tax Commission or in court.
• Prepare written narratives and evidence to defend appraised values before the local and state Board of Equalization.
• Ensure all appraisal work adheres to USPAP, IAAO standards, and relevant state property tax statutes.
• Conduct on‑site inspections of commercial and industrial properties to verify physical dimensions, construction quality, condition, and intended use.
• Gather and verify data for real‑property permits and ensure improvements are accurately reflected on property records.
• Analyze digital photography, aerial imagery, and property sketches; compare these against property characteristic data to ensure accuracy.
• Perform field reviews of commercial completion percentages for new construction.
• Lead the commercial team in market‑trend analysis and the establishment of county‑wide commercial valuation standards.
• Develop and implement protocols for the assessment of new or emerging commercial property types.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications – Education and Experience: Graduation from college with a Bachelor’s degree AND five (5) years full‑time progressively responsible experience performing primary duties of appraising commercial and income‑producing properties, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special qualifications:

• Requires a “Licensed Appraiser” or “Certified Residential Appraiser” credential at the time of hire.
• Obtain the “Ad Valorem General” designation within 18 months of hire.
• Must possess a valid Utah driver’s license, with no DUIs/ARRs within the past five years and no more than two moving violations within the previous 24 months, or otherwise meet the county’s current driving standard.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Utah Retirement System
• 14 paid holidays
• 18 days of Personal Leave in the first year
• All benefits begin on the first day of employment

Schedule

Full‑time, Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

About Cache County

Cache Valley is a beautiful place to live and work, offering outdoor adventures, heritage experiences, and a vibrant performing‑arts scene. The agricultural valley is nestled between two majestic mountain ranges, with the city of Logan providing Utah State University and easy access to the Wasatch‑Cache National Forest—less than a 10‑minute drive to hiking, rock climbing, birdwatching, mountain biking, skiing, and snowmobiling. The area is known as Utah’s “Heart of the Arts,” featuring three historic theaters, world‑renowned opera, Broadway, and touring productions.