Appraiser Analyst; OPA

Position: Appraiser Analyst (OPA3)
* Working Condition:

Hybrid> This position can be primarily hybrid with some requirements for in-person work.
* This position is permanent, full time, and represented by SEIU.
* Per the SEIU CBA for OHCS represented positions, applicants who are current OHCS employees will be considered and interviewed before external applicants.
* This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
* This position requires both a resume and a cover letter,
** the cover letter will need to address the desired attributes listed in this job posting.
*** Strong analytical skills are essential, enabling the appraisal analyst to interpret complex financial data, market trends, and property valuations while identifying discrepancies or risks in appraisal reports.
* Knowledge of affordable housing programs such as HUD guidelines, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) programs, and Section 8 is critical, along with an understanding of how these programs influence valuation and compliance.
* Attention to detail ensures accuracy in income and expense projections, rent restrictions, and market assumptions, while also allowing the analyst to catch inconsistencies that could affect financing or compliance.
* Regulatory and compliance awareness is necessary, including familiarity with federal, state, and local housing policies and adherence to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and lender or investor requirements.
* Communication and reporting skills are vital for presenting clear, concise appraisal reviews and recommendations, and for explaining technical findings to non-specialists.
* Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities allow the analyst to evaluate whether assumptions in appraisals are realistic given affordable housing constraints and to provide constructive feedback to appraisers.
* Ethical judgment and professional integrity are indispensable, ensuring unbiased and fair reviews that protect both investors and tenants while upholding transparency and independence in the appraisal process.
* A positive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and cross-training.
* An agency that supports and encourages work/life balance and overall wellness.
* including, employer-paid health insurance, vacation, and sick leave, eleven paid holidays, three paid personal days, flexible spending accounts, and an employer contribution retirement plan ().
* The posted salary range is the total possible range for the classification. Candidates are screened through a Pay Equity process that evaluates various factors. Please see the  website for more information.
* ** Recruitment Closes: 01/12/2026**
* ** Recruiter Screening for

Minimum Qualifications:

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* * On-going*
* ** Hiring Manager Screening for Requested

Skills:

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* * On-going*
* ** 1st Round of Interviews:
Week of*
* * 01/19/2026*
* ** 2nd Round of Interviews:
Week of*
* * 1/26/2026*
* ** Anticipated

Start Date:

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* * 03/02/2026
** If you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions or need assistance with the application process, please send your request to HCS HR.Solutionsgon.gov and include the job requisition number.
* The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%. Please review the  page for more details.
* Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference as it may not be available to view after the job closes.
* Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
* ** Work Authorization**:
Oregon Housing & Community Services (OHCS) does not offer VISA sponsor ships.  Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form containing authorization to work in the United States.  OHCS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
* ** Veteran’s Preference**:
Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: .

NOTE:

If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your “My Applications” section.
* The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.
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