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Appraiser I

Ketchikan, AK · On-site

$27.80 - $30.85/hr

White Cliff Building, 1900 First Avenue, Ketchikan, AK Job Type: Permanent Full-time Job Number ... Represent borough in contact with property owners, professionals and the general public. * Work ...

Ketchikan Gateway Borough

Appraiser I

Ketchikan, AK · On-site

$27.80 - $30.85/hr

Represent borough in contact with property owners, professionals and the general public. Work closely with Appraiser II and Director in completing duties and assignments. Assist in data analysis ...

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Appraiser I

Ketchikan Gateway Borough, AK

Ketchikan, AK • On-site

$27.80 - $30.85/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Salary: $27.80 - $30.85 Hourly
Location : White Cliff Building, 1900 First Avenue, Ketchikan, AK
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number: 2026-4.10
Department: Assessment
Opening Date: 08/14/2026
Job Description
Responsible for completing appraisal assignments for most types of residential properties and for valuation of other property types with direct technical support.
Examples of Duties
  • Appraise most types of residential property with minimal supervision.
  • Appraise and assist in appraising commercial, industrial and other complex properties with technical support and supervision.
  • Evaluate and apply appropriate appraisal approach(s) to property appraisals with technical support and supervision.
  • Participate in establishing values for all property interest, including land, buildings, tidelands, leaseholds, mineral interests and mining claims.
  • Assist with ratio reviews and analysis in determining assessment levels.
  • Participate in developing cost factor and depreciation allowances.
  • Appear as an expert witness before the Board of Equalization.
  • Complete value reviews and consult with property owners on appraisal matters, as assigned.
  • Develop knowledge in use of CAMA system and developments in appraisal industry.
  • Represent borough in contact with property owners, professionals and the general public.
  • Work closely with Appraiser II and Director in completing duties and assignments.
  • Assist in data analysis using query writing tools and modeling in MS Excel.
  • Applicant will also be expected to obtain a Level 1 Alaska Certified Assessor/Appraiser designation from the Alaska Association of Assessing Officers within two years of hire.

ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES:
  • Provide instruction to other employees of this or a similar job classification in all aspects of procedure and technique relating to duties required by this job description unless such instruction requires a specialized certification which the employee doing the training does not have.
  • Perform related other duties, as directed by the Director of Assessment.
  • Attend Board of Equalization meetings as directed by the Director of Assessment.

Qualifications
  • Basic knowledge of laws, regulations and policies pertaining to mass appraisal, assessment, and property valuation.
  • Familiarity with principles and practices applied in appraisal required. Familiarity with the area of building construction methods and materials.
  • Ability to coordinate activities, compile data, and process forms and information. Interpersonal skills, pleasant telephone manner, the ability to resolve problems, and a strong sense of teamwork.
  • Familiarity with modern office and record keeping principals, procedures, practices and equipment.
  • Ability to develop and maintain courteous and productive relationship with public, supervisor and co-workers.
  • Ability to read and interpret building plans and property descriptions.
  • Ability to follow and develop effective property appraisal methods and procedures.
  • Ability to work with and educate the general public in appraisal and assessment principles and techniques.
  • Willingness to perform a variety of job-related duties as situations arise, a strong sense of teamwork, and ability to work cooperatively with others required.
  • Computer knowledge and experience mandatory. Familiarity with MS Excel and basic data analysis and modeling skills.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
  • Must be able to hear.
  • Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch; and taste or smell.
  • Each of the listed activities also requires standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, climbing on stools and ladders, and routinely lift and carry items and boxes up to forty (40) pounds.
  • Climbing stairs and inclines; negotiating difficult terrain. Driving automobiles. Long hours sitting at desk and/or in front of computer.
  • Appraising by boat and float plane; may include boat operation.

Requirements
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, Associated degree in Business or related field is preferred.
  • Minimum two years of experience in the Real Estate field, Administrative Assistant, Accounting Technician, or equivalent elsewhere is preferred.

LICENSES:
  • State of Alaska Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.

Any combination of related education and/or related experience will be considered if the candidate possesses the demonstrated ability.
KGB employees in the Alaska Public Employees Association (APEA) Bargaining Unit can find information through the following links:
• Participation in the Alaska Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS);
• Health, vision and dental benefits provided by the Borough through Meritain Health effective the first of the month following your start date. The premium associated with health benefits are $25 per pay period, however, the Borough encourages participation in the Healthy Merits Wellness Program, which allows each covered employee to "buy back" the anticipated premium through wellness participation.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued at a rate of 176 hours or 22 days per year for the first two years and thereafter at higher levels set out in the Borough Code (KGBC 3.30.030).
• Eleven paid holidays every year and two annual floating holidays.

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