Commercial Appraiser I

The Cache County Assessors Office is seeking an internal candidate to join our team as a Commercial Appraiser I. This role will perform technical field and desk duties to identify collect data on and value commercial and industrial real properties. Working under supervision youll conduct physical field inspections analyze market data and ensure accurate property records. All work must align strictly with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) Utah State property tax statutes and county guidelines.

The Commercial Appraiser I 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! Medical Dental Vision Life 401k Utah Retirement System 14 paid holidays and 18 days of Personal Leave in the first year. The pay for this position ranges from $32.64 to $37.21 an hour.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Commercial Appraiser I will conduct thorough on-site inspections of commercial industrial and multi-family properties to verify dimensions assess construction quality evaluate condition and sketch building footprints.

Collect and analyze market data including sales figures vacancy rates lease agreements and operating expenses to facilitate accurate property valuation. Examine digital photography and aerial imagery to compare with property record data. Ensure that any improvements are accurately reflected in the property records in compliance with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and the standards set by the International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO).

Use Computer-Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) software and GIS mapping tools to update property records conduct modeling and ensure data quality control.

Assist in defending assessed values during tax appeals before the Board of Equalization and respond to public inquiries regarding property assessments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: Bachelors degree in Real Estate Finance Accounting Economics or a closely related field AND One year of experience in real estate appraisal brokerage or property management preferred 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).
• Must possess a valid Utah Drivers License with no DUIs/ARRs within the past five years and no more than two moving violations within the previous 24 months or meet the countys current driving standard.

**The first review of applications will be on or after October 9 2026.**