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Property Appraiser 1

Salary

$26.70 - $35.68 Hourly

Location

Public Service Building, OR

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

202500190

Department

Assessment & Taxation

Division

AT Appraisal

Opening Date

07/10/2025

Closing Date

7/28/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

01

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DESCRIPTION

NOW HIRING: Property Appraiser 1 (Entry-Level) – Lane County Assessment & Taxation

Are you detail-oriented, curious about real estate, and ready to launch a stable and meaningful public service career? Lane County is hiring a Property Appraiser 1 to support fair and equitable property valuation for tax purposes.

As an Appraiser 1, you’ll receive training to determine the value of residential, commercial, and personal properties in accordance with Oregon law—no prior experience required!

About the Role

You’ll:

+ Learn how to appraise real and personal property for tax assessment

+ Gain hands-on experience while supporting a vital county function

+ Work with a dedicated team in a structured and supportive environment

Important: How to Register for the Required Exam

Before you can be hired, you must register to take the County Appraiser exam and PASS, through the Oregon Department of Revenue.

Visit the Oregon DOR website here:

https://www.oregon.gov/dor/programs/property/Pages/Appraiser-Trainee.aspx

+ Click on “Application for County Appraiser”

+ Note: This is not a job application—it allows you to register for the required exam

Have Questions?

Join us for a conversation with current Lane County Property Appraiser’s and learn how REWARDING a career with Assessment & Taxation can be!

July 24th, 2025, 11:00am – 11:30am

WorkSource Oregon

2510 Oakmont Way

Eugene, OR 97401

About the Division

The purpose of Assessment and Taxation is to appraise property, to calculate, collect and distribute taxes, and to provide related information to the public in a manner that merits the highest degree of confidence in our integrity, efficiency, and fairness. We are a broad service organization mandated by the Oregon Constitution and Oregon law and collect revenue for 85 taxing jurisdictions, including local governments, schools, and special districts that provide essential public services for the citizens of Lane County.

Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm.

*This is an AFSCME represented position*

QUALIFICATIONS

Training:

+ Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, agriculture, engineering or a related field.

Experience:

+ No experience is required.

An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Special Requirements:

+ Designation as a Registered Appraiser as per ORS 308.010 at time of hire.

+ Possession of a valid Oregon driver's license.

Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

CLASSIFICATION DETAILS

Property Appraiser 1 Classification Details (https://secure.neogov.com/v4/ui/classspec/detail/e2bde9e2117104a50b3a404b2dd9b74f)

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Selection Process (https://www.lanecounty.org/government/county\_departments/human\_resources/talent\_acquisition/Selection\_Process)

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

Strategic Plan

In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

The 2022 -2024 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.

Veteran Preference Information (https://www.lanecounty.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=3585881&pageId=5143112)

Careers with Lane County Offer Extraordinary Benefits

At Lane County, we value our employees and we show it with our extraordinary benefits. We know that you chose public service for more than a paycheck, and our outstanding benefits are designed to help you Live Well, Live Lane - throughout your career. Read on to learn what great benefits await you in a career with Lane County.

Introducing ALEX (https://www.myalex.com/lanecounty/home#choose-benefits) , Lane County's benefit advisor! ALEX is an interactive tool that will help you understand the benefits being offered, out of pocket expenses and coverage available. You will need the Collective Bargaining Unit found in your job posting and when asked for your date of hire, please put in today's date.

*The below information describes typical benefits available for Regular Full-time Employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position, employment status (regular, temporary, or extra help) and/or bargaining group.

ALEX Benefit Advisor (click here) (https://www.myalex.com/lanecounty/home#choose-benefits)

Collective Bargaining Units:

Admin-Pro

AFSCME

AFSCME Nurses

AFSCME Physicians

FOPPO

LCPOA

Local 626

Prosecuting Attorney's

Benefits to keep you & your family well - Physically

Health insurance coverage becomes effective the first of the month following your first 30 days as an eligible employee.

Medical/Rx/Vision - Lane County offers medical, prescription and vision exam coverage for you and your eligible dependents. The plan options and costs per month for 2018 are outlined below:

If you enroll in the HDHP the County will contribute to your HSA: $1,500 (individual) or $3,000 (family) annually. This amount is prorated based on date of hire.

Eligible employees who complete a Health History Risk Assessment (HHRA), Biometric Screening, and Comprehensive Health Review (CHR) at the Live Well Center receive a $20 per month credit.

Wellness Clinic - The Live Well Center is for Lane County benefits-eligible employees, spouses and dependents (ages 2 and up) who are enrolled in the Lane County health plan. Marathon Health manages the Live Well Center and their clinical team provides confidential, affordable care for your acute and preventive healthcare needs. The Live Well Center also provides health coaching, chronic disease counseling, comprehensive primary care services, and much more.

Dental - Lane County provides dental coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Lane County provides this counseling and concierge service to employees and members of their immediate households.

Fitness Center Membership - Lane County provides employees with a free membership to a local fitness center. Employees may add their families at a discounted rate.

Benefits to keep you & your family well - Financially

Retirement - Lane County pays for, and enrolls employees in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) and the Individual Account Program (IAP) following six full months of employment. (Current members are eligible upon hire.)

Disability - Lane County pays a portion of wages for eligible employees through Short-Term Disability, and provides Long-Term Disability coverage. Lane County complies with all State and Federal disability laws for employee, family, parental and pregnancy leaves regulations.

Time Management - Lane County provides employees with a generous bank of hours to be used for sick, vacation, family emergencies and personal days.

Holidays - Lane County provides 10 paid holidays per year:

New Year's Day Independence Day

Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday Labor Day

Presidents' Day Veterans' Day

Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day

Juneteenth Christmas Day

Life Insurance - Lane County pays for employee group term life insurance.

County-paid Training & Development to keep your career well

On-site Classes - Lane County offers a variety of on-site classes to develop employees' soft and technical skills.

Online Training - Lane County offers a variety of online classes through LEAP to help employees continually improve their skills.

Conferences & Seminars - Lane County will consider reimbursement for employees to attend professional conferences, dependent upon budget, to encourage continuous learning and professional development.

Lane County offers these other valuable benefits

Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings - Employees may enroll in a deferred compensation program 457(b) to save for retirement.

Vision - Eligible employees may purchase supplemental vision insurance.

Supplemental Life Insurance - Employees may purchase supplemental life insurance for themselves and their dependents/spouse.

Aflac - Optional employee-paid voluntary group coverage is available through Aflac.

Group Discounts - Group discounts may include homeowners and auto insurance, pet health insurance, credit union membership.

Paid medical, dental and vision coverage for dependents is determined by labor agreement or APM, as applicable. Physicians should contact their supervisor for health plan options and rates. Please note that Temporary and Extra Help positions are not typically eligible for benefits. This is only brief summary of benefits available to eligible Lane County employees. In all cases, plan documents govern.

For additional information about these extraordinary benefits contact the Benefit Resource Center at 1-866-468-7272, or Lane County HR at (541) 682-3124.

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IMPORTANT: Please ensure you have included all RELEVANT education, employment and experience in your application. To ensure compliance with Oregon Equal Pay laws, Human Resources will conduct a wage analysis based on the information you have provided in your application to determine the appropriate starting wage if you are selected.

+ I acknowledge I have provided all relevant education and employment history.

02

Are you currently a Lane County employee who is represented by AFSCME Local 2831, and for whom this job would represent a promotional opportunity? *Promotion: The term "promotion" shall mean a change from one classification to another classification, with a salary grade at least five percent (5%) higher than that of the previous classification.

+ Yes

+ No

03

What is your highest level of education?

+ High School diploma or equivalent to completion of twelfth grade.

+ Associate's degree.

+ Two-years of technical certificate or coursework.

+ Bachelor's degree.

+ Master's or higher degree.

04

How many years of experience do you have in in business administration, agriculture, engineering or a related field.

+ No experience.

+ At LEAST one year of experience.

+ Two years of experience.

+ Three years of experience.

+ Four years of experience or more.

05

Please select from the below options:

+ You are a Registered Appraiser for property tax assessment purposes per ORS 308.010.

+ You have an exam date scheduled with the Department of Revenue.

+ You acknowledge you meet the criteria and will obtain registration by time of hire.

06

Why are you interested in becoming a Property Appraiser at Lane County! (50 points)

07

Even if you haven’t worked as a Property Appraiser before, what experience do you have—professional, volunteer, or educational—that demonstrates your ability to learn appraisal concepts, follow detailed procedures, and work independently in the field? (50 points)

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