DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE

Division of Taxpayer Services

1600 W Monroe St.

Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $55,000 

Grade: 21

Closing Date: 6/05/2026

The Property Appraiser 3, in Central Information Services serves as a valuation expert in the appraisal of all locally assessed property for ad valorem property taxation purposes.

The following are the duties of this position:

•Assist with analysis and development of time trends and sale ratio reports for equalization of property values.
•Assist with analysis and research of sales and property values.
•Correspond with county personnel related to the development of time trends, sales ratio compliance, and receiving data timely in accordance with the equalization calendar.
•Assist with publishing the Statewide Abstract of the Assessment Roll, Fireman's Pension Fund Report, Sales Ratio Book and verification of Additional •Assist with assessment and sales file uploads and quality control.
•Assist with affidavit and exemption inquiries and analyzing sales data for validation and coding.

This position may be available for remote work within Arizona (# days per week in the office/hoteling).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conduct sales ratio analysis for equalization of property values.
  
• Assist with the analysis and development of time trends used in sale ratio analysis.
  
• Compile and analyze data, taking into consideration all relevant factors according to appraisal industry standards.
  
• Correspond with county personnel regarding property tax issues and development of time trends, sales ratio compliance and receiving data timely in accordance with the equalization calendar.
  
  
• Remain current on all laws, regulations, policies, and best practices related to property taxation.
  
• Regular engagement in activities such as: self-directed research, conferring with other practitioners and technical experts; subscriptions to regulatory/legal/industry newsletters and briefs; membership industry associations and attendance at meetings/events; and or participation in training and others continuing education opportunities.
  
• Attend staff meetings and huddles of work unit or district; and cascade and track information as indicated.
  
• Complete all required training in a timely manner.
  
• Participate in assigned work teams as appropriate.
  
• Complete periodic metrics, projects, huddle boards and reports as requested.
  
• Prepare for and actively participate in 1:1 coaching with supervisor.
  
• Maximize work processes and deliverables through lean principles within the Arizona Management System (AMS).
  
• Provide recommendations for process improvements, and engage in continuous improvement efforts as assigned.
  
• Provide assistance in the preparation of the Abstract of Assessment Roll, Fireman's Pension Fund Report, Sales Ratio Book, and the verification of State Aid to Education calculations.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of accepted ad valorem appraisal principles techniques and practices
  
• Knowledge of federal laws, the Arizona Constitution, Arizona Revised Statutes, Administrative rules and tax court cases pertaining to property tax
  
• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial theory, and standard appraisal methods of property valuation
  

Skill

• Strong verbal, written, and listening communication skills
  
• Strong interpersonal skills and demeanor
  
• Strong mathematical skills.
  
• Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to make progress on multiple duties and tasks simultaneously and work in high-pressure situations
  
• Proficient in the use of a PC in a Windows environment; in the use of the Internet; in the use of MS Office Applications such as Access, Word and Excel, PowerPoint; and in the use of Google Suite applications such as Gmail, Sheets, Docs, and Drive.
  

Ability

• Ability to clear a comprehensive background and clearance process that includes an Arizona tax compliance verification, and a criminal background check through the FBI via level one fingerprint clearance through the Arizona Department of Public Safety
  
• Ability to analyze sales and property data.
  
• Ability to create, measure, monitor, and analyze metrics for standard processes.
  
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
  
• Ability to work in a confidential manner, ensuring information is shared with internal and external individuals in an appropriate manner
  
• Ability to learn and apply lean principles and practices
  
• Ability to understand and solve problems by applying intermediate analytical skills to include collecting all the relevant information and data needed to address the problem; organizing, classifying and synthesizing the data into fundamental issues; from the information, identifying the most probable causes of the problem; reducing the information down into manageable components; identifying the logical outcomes from the analyses of the data collected; and, identifying the options and solutions for addressing the problems analyzed.
  
• Willingness and ability to embody ADOR’s core values of Do the Right Thing, Commit to Excellence, and Care About One Another.
  

Successful completion of the ADOR Level 2 appraiser certification program within three years after hire dale. Possession of a valid Arizona Driver's License

Experience with LEAN management process improvement methodologies
Current Level 2 Arizona Department of Revenue Appraiser certification
Experience with SPSS software
Experience with computer assisted mass appraisal (CAMA) systems

The final candidate will be required to abide by the the following pre-employment checks:

• Employment Verification and Reference Checks
• State and Federal Criminal Background Check, including fingerprinting
• Arizona Tax Filing Records Check
• If applicable, ASEDRA Authorized Driver Identification Check

The State of Arizona provides a world class comprehensive benefits package including:

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Stipend Opportunities 
• Infant at Work Program 
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
• Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).

Top ranked Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) provides 100% employer matched contributions (enrollment eligibility will be effective after 27 weeks of State employment). ASRS provides a lifelong benefit based on years of service earned, or worked, and your ending salary. Learn more about ASRS at: https://www.azasrs.gov/content/new-and-prospective-members.

If you have any questions, need assistance, or would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the ADOR Talent Team at ogre,ctr@azdor.gov

*The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.