Job Description

Posting number: 09436

Department: ASSESSMENT

Job classification: Appraiser III - Commercial

Posting type: Open

Categories: Real Estate

“Join the City of Hampton team! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring.”

Are you an experienced real estate professional with a passion for commercial property valuation? The City of Hampton’s Assessor’s Office is seeking a Commercial Appraiser to join our team and lead the valuation of commercial real estate across the city.

Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community where innovation meets history and service makes a difference. Centrally located in the Hampton Roads region, we offer scenic beauty, a rich cultural landscape, and a thriving restaurant and arts scene. The City of Hampton provides excellent benefits, ongoing career development, tuition reimbursement, and a team-oriented work environment where your skills can truly make an impact. Join us and help shape a better future for our business owners and residents by ensuring fair and accurate commercial property valuations that support vital city services and community development.

As a Commercial Appraiser, you will perform complex real estate appraisals on land and/or commercial, multi-family and industrial/warehouse buildings. Serve as a lead appraiser and provide assistance to less experienced appraisers. The class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Associate's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Three (3) years of experience appraising real estate and/or assessment experience required.
• Successful completion of three (3) basic pre-license courses in real estate appraising from a recognized appraisal organization such as Appraisal Institute (AI), International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO), or American Society of Appraisers (ASA).
• Virginia appraiser license preferred.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
• Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

Additional Requirements

• Requires frequent local travel.
• The incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

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