Appraisal Division Manager

Now Hiring: Appraisal Division Manager

Are you looking for a leadership role in local government that truly makes a difference? Washington County is seeking an Appraisal Division Manager who manages, directs, and coordinates the activities of the Appraisal Division, including residential, commercial, industrial, personal property, and farm/forest property appraisal programs, annual reappraisal plans, and sales ratio studies; coordinates appraisal activities with other County divisions and departments; and provides highly complex staff assistance to the Director. The Appraisal Division Manager reports to the Director of the Department of Assessment and Taxation in Washington County.

Additionally, the Appraisal Division Manager provides operational leadership for the division, overseeing fiscal management, procurement, and resource planning. This role manages personnel functions, including recruitment, supervision, coaching, and performance management, while ensuring efficient daily operations and driving process improvements. The manager supports staff training and professional development, maintains compliance with organizational standards, and ensures the division has the tools, equipment, and systems needed to deliver highquality services.

Virtual Informational Q&A Session:

To learn more about this opportunity please join us for a virtual Q&A session on May 13th, 2026 at 4pm.

If you would like to attend, please email Veronica Garcia at Veronica_Garcia@washingtoncountyor.gov for the link

Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

* Knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of property appraisal, ad valorem taxation, and property mapping and surveying
* Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, professional development, and personnel management;
* Knowledge of applicable laws, administrative rules, policies, and procedures applicable to appraisal activities;
* Skill to communicate effectively orally and in writing to convey information to others;
* Skill to exercise judgment in responding to and resolving complex issues
* Skill to effectively manage assigned staff including hiring, training, coaching, disciplinary action, performance management, and termination
* Ability to organize, direct, and implement a comprehensive appraisal program
* Ability to prepare a variety of technical reports related to appraisal;
* Ability to oversee assigned activities as required to comply with Federal, State, and local regulations

To review the complete classification, including the full list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position, use this link: Appraisal Division Manager Class Spec Link

About the Department/Division:

The team:
The Appraisal Division is made up of 55.5 FTE. Seven staff members report directly to the Appraisal Manager, including (5) Appraisal Supervisors and (2) Senior Appraisers.

What you'll do:
As Appraisal Division Manager, you will be part of the Department of Assessment and Taxation's leadership team and have broad management responsibilities for staff assigned to the Appraisal Division. The incumbent exercises significant independent judgment and decision-making authority and is also responsible for setting operational goals and objectives within the division and developing and implementing technical and administrative functions and procedures for the work group.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Possession of a Bachelor's Degree in business or public administration, forestry, agriculture, economics, engineering, or a related field that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities;ANDFive (5) years of work experience in real property appraisal, which includes 3 years of supervisory experience in Property Appraisal or a related field.

Additional Requirements:

• Possession of current registration of a qualified Property Appraiser from the State of Oregon Executive Department, Personnel and Labor Relations Division at the time of application.

• Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy.

• Must pass a criminal background investigation.