Appraiser

The current vacancy is for one full-time position (37.5 hours per week) in the Lake County Assessor's Department.

2025 SALARY: $25.15 – $33.96 per hour.

Open until filled; initial review May 8, 2026

Responsible for performing all steps related to the routine appraisal, assessment, and application of regulations and ordinances to assessments using basic knowledge of work areas. Responsibilities may include inspecting construction; scheduling and prioritizing inspections; performing calculations of assessments; assisting in training of new staff; and explaining and defending assessments to property owners, tax court, and local and County Board of Equalization.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or G.E.D. and 2 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
Certified Minnesota Assessor Licensure (CMA) within 1 year;
Income Qualified Designation within 2 years;
Accredited Minnesota Assessor (AMA) within five years of CMA; and a valid Drivers license.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Application, Classification Specification, and Benefits Package may be obtained by contacting Lake County Human Resources Department, 616 Third Avenue, Two Harbors, MN, 55616; or Lake County Service Center, 99 Edison Boulevard, Silver Bay, MN, 55614; or website: ; or call .