Job Description

GrandForks County is seeking a Real Estate Appraiser to be responsible for assisting with appraising real estate for tax purposes; to inspect new and existing properties; and to establish true and full market values by standard appraisal methods and techniques. Performs advanced administrative, office support duties to maintain county records related to property ownership, passport processing, and issuing marriage licenses.

Please review the position description of the Real Estate Appraiser for all the job specifics and qualifications.


Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree in related field or equivalent experience and one (1) year related experience, or any combination of equivalent education and experience. Incumbents must obtain a Class 1 Assessor's Certificate within 2 years.


Licenses, Certificates, and Registrations: Maintain a valid Driver's License. Maintain annual certification from Department of State. Maintain Class 1 Assessor Certificate by completing twenty hours of approved classroom instruction or seminars during the term of the Certificate.

Status and Hours: Full-time, benefit eligible. Based on a 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday. Due to the nature of this position, there might be a variation to work hours and days to support the department and County needs. This position is not eligible for telework.


Deadline to Apply: November 18, 2025. Interviews start after the close date.


How to Apply: A complete application packet (application, resume, cover letter) must be received by November 18, 2025. Please click here to complete the application: Grand Forks County Employment Application. Applications may also be obtained from: 151 South 4th Street, 5th Floor (North side) Grand Forks, ND 58201. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must submit form DD214 with their application. The top 5-10 candidates will be granted an interview.

County Employment Perks: While employed at Grand Forks County, a generous number of paid holidays, paid time off, benefits, and retirement. Grand Forks County participates in NDPERS Retirement. For employees hired on or after January 1,2025, you will be enrolled in the Defined Compensation 2025 plan (DC25) at the rate of 9.26% of your gross salary. The County contributes 7.26% and the Employee contributes 2%, with an option for an additional 3% employee contribution and County match.


To learn about the benefits offered, please review the 2025 Benefits Summary.

SELECTION PROCESS: Prospective employees may undergo a thorough background investigation and may include a drug/ alcohol screening.


Each applicant's education, training, and experience will be rated based on the required application materials submitted and the top-scoring candidates will be forwarded for further consideration.


Reasonable Accommodations: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance in the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department Office, in writing, at the time of application.


The County of Grand Forks will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.


Compensation
$22.73 per hour

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Work at office, Remote work, Monday to Friday,

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