Posting number: 2026-03921
Department: DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION
Job classification: PROPERTY APPRAISER TRAINEE
Posting type: Open Competitive
Categories: Real Estate, Tax Administration
The position works in the Locally-Assessed Section of the Division of Local Government Services, Department of Taxation, Carson City. This agency is recruiting for a Property Appraiser Trainee underfilling a Property Appraiser 2. Under general supervision, a Property Appraiser 2 appraises and assesses real property for property tax purposes by applying advanced and extensive knowledge of appraisal theory. The incumbent collects data, conducts field studies, computes square footage, develops scaled drawings, uses prescribed procedures to classify the uses, character, and quality of construction, analyzes sales, determines replacement cost new of improvements and prepares documents to be used in connection with the appraisal of real and personal property. The incumbent evaluates applications for certain agricultural use designations, performs special appraisals assigned by the State Board of Equalization, conducts independent internal and field audits to validate, verify, and establish fair and equitable property valuations; applies a working knowledge of statistical procedures, analyzes results to determine if valuations established by county assessors conform to the requirements of law and generally applied appraisal practices, and writes detailed, complete and timely narratives including the findings, conclusions and recommendations relating to the Department's ratio study. The incumbent conducts performance audits of county assessors and treasurers to determine performance effectiveness of the property tax system; and researches, collects, prepares, and presents information and data to various taxpayers, public officials, agencies and Legislature as requested.
Property Appraisers value real and personal property; conduct ratio studies to evaluate work of county assessors; value mining improvements and net proceeds of mines; research and develop agricultural values for approval by the Nevada Tax Commission; research and recommend appropriate appraisal and assessment standards for use by county assessors.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, accounting, economics or related field; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of paraprofessional experience assisting in property appraisal work related to the transfer and sale of real property, valuation of property at a local assessor's office, real estate sales, real estate lending, cost estimation, or tax assessment; OR one year of experience as a Tax Examiner I in Nevada state service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
Determine the value of property for tax purposes; apply statistical procedures and analyze results to determine if valuations established by county assessors conform to the requirements of laws and generally accepted mass appraisal practices.
Review and analyze sales data to examine the accuracy of proposed land factors by county assessors within guidelines established by statute and regulations; prepare narratives including the findings, conclusions and recommendations related to the ratio study.
Conduct physical inspections to identify and measure construction characteristics of a variety of buildings and classify them as to use, character and quality of construction to determine the cost of buildings; identify land characteristics such as topographic and environmental characteristics which affect value.
Classify and value property by reviewing county assessor’s records and/or physical inspection to ensure properties are valued correctly.
Consult with developers, contractors and others regarding construction costs, real estate brokers to determine local market conditions, and county assessors to provide appraisal assistance as well as to regulate their activities according to departmental policies and procedures.
Determine value of properties using income approach to value and apply accounting and financial procedures and techniques.
Prepare oral and written defense of appraisals to taxpayers and county and State Boards of Equalization and testify before the Nevada Tax Commission.
Conduct research in a variety of areas including issues for the Legislature; gather and compile information into reports and respond to questions from taxpayers in the field.
Assist in the valuation of intercounty and interstate utilities and transportation companies.
Provide training to county assessors regarding the determination of value of properties and the calculation of proceeds.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Under close supervision, incumbents receive training in performing the duties described in the series concept and may progress to the next level upon meeting the minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance, and with the approval of the appointing authority.
General knowledge of: principles and practices of real and/or personal property appraisal; financial record keeping and accounting practices; methods and terminology used in the property appraisal process.
Ability to: communicate effectively both orally and in writing with developers, contractors, real estate brokers and county assessors; perform mathematical calculations to calculate property value; conduct research, collect data and perform statistical analysis; prepare clear and concise reports, records and other documents related to the appraisal of real and/or personal property; interpret and apply State and federal laws, rules and regulations and departmental policies and procedures for compliance.
Recruiter information: Alan Carino - acarino@admin.nv.gov
The Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB) is committed to ensuring the integrity and professionalism of the construction industry in Nevada. The NSCB has the responsibility to promote quality construction by Nevada licensed contractors through a regulatory licensing system designed to protect the health, safety and welfare of the public.
