Tax Consultant - Commercial Appraiser

Overview

We are seeking to expand our team with an experienced Commercial Appraiser who will perform high-quality, independent appraisal work and actively participate in valuation appeals at all levels.

This is a full-time, benefited position
, with compensation commensurate with experience.

• Exclusive focus on commercial and large multifamily properties
• Meaningful, hands-on involvement in valuation disputes and hearings
• Professional, collaborative environment with experienced practitioners
• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
• Health insurance
• Profit sharing
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Paid vacation and sick time

• Represent commercial and multifamily property owners in appeals of assessor valuations, including written protests and appearances at all stages of the appeal process.
• Develop well-supported opinions of market value using the Cost, Sales Comparison, and Income Approaches
  .
• Analyze market trends and economic factors affecting value.
• Collect, review, and analyze property-specific data, including market rents, vacancy rates, operating expenses, capitalization rates, and comparable sales.
• Review and analyze income and expense data for use in income-based valuations.
• Evaluate assessor mass appraisal models for accuracy and reasonableness.
• Conduct field inspections, data verification, and property-specific research.
• Communicate effectively—both verbally and in writing—with clients, county assessors, and other stakeholders.
• Participate in County Board of Equalization
  , Board of County Commissioners
  , and Board of Assessment Appeals hearings, as needed.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned commercial appraiser with experience in commercial assets, who values analytical rigor, professional judgment, and client advocacy. You likely thrive in a role that blends independent valuation work with direct participation in the property tax appeal process.

Specifically, the ideal candidate will:

• Hold an active Certified General Appraiser license and have meaningful experience valuing commercial and large multifamily real property.
• Demonstrate strong command of the Income Approach
  , including market rent analysis, expense review, and capitalization rate support.
• Be comfortable evaluating assessor methodologies and identifying valuation weaknesses.
• Communicate clearly and persuasively in writing, particularly in protest letters, valuation summaries, and appraisal reports.
• Present professionally and confidently in discussions with county assessors and at administrative hearings.
• Be detail-oriented, intellectually curious, and able to manage multiple assignments during appeal season.
• Work well both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Prior experience with ad valorem taxation and property tax appeals is strongly preferred.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred.
• Licensure: Active Certified General Appraiser license required.
• Experience:
• Strong knowledge of real estate principles and appraisal methodology.
• Commercial and multifamily appraisal experience with demonstrated proficiency in the Income, Sales Comparison, and Cost approaches.
• Prior ad valorem valuation experience and familiarity with property tax appeals preferred.
• Ability to clearly articulate valuation conclusions in written protest letters and appraisal reports.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required.

Sterling Property Tax Specialists, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.