Salary: $6,870.00 - $9,240.00 Monthly
Location : Thurston County - Tumwater, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2026-195
Department: Dept. of Revenue
Division: Property Tax
Opening Date: 11/10/2026
Closing Date: 11/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
DescriptionBring your appraisal expertise and leadership experience to work that supports fair and consistent property taxation throughout Washington. As the
Valuation Advisory Team Supervisor, you will lead a team of six professional appraisers responsible for some of the state's most complex industrial, commercial, and special-use property valuations.
This team provides trusted valuation assistance when requested by county assessors. Its work helps ensure that complex properties are valued accurately, appraisal practices are applied consistently, and valuation decisions can withstand review and appeal. Your leadership will support county partners, taxpayers, agency decision-makers, and the communities that depend on an equitable property tax system.
Your contribution will extend well beyond reviewing appraisals. You will shape valuation strategies, guide the defense of the team's work, develop staff expertise, advise agency leadership, and improve the processes used to deliver high-quality valuation services. The standards you establish and the decisions you make will directly influence the quality, consistency, and credibility of this statewide program.
You may thrive in this opportunity if you are an experienced appraisal professional who enjoys developing people, solving technically complex problems, and bringing clarity to challenging situations. The strongest candidates will combine sound judgment and technical credibility with an approachable, collaborative leadership style.
Please Note: This position has the flexibility to work remotely most of the time, however, the duty station is to be located at our Tumwater or Wenatchee offices. The successful candidate must agree to travel to the office for key scheduled meetings, to provide training, or as operational needs dictate. Details of teleworking considerations will be addressed during the interview process. The successful candidate must also be able to attend out-of-state trainings and conferences as required that are up to one week in duration.
The hiring manager may start screening applicants as early as
November 17, 2026, and make a hiring decision at any time after. It will be to your advantage to submit materials as soon as possible.
DutiesYou will provide the leadership, technical direction, and operational oversight needed for the Valuation Advisory Team to meet its commitments and deliver accurate, consistent, and defensible appraisal work.
- Lead, support, and develop a team of six professional property appraisers.
- Plan and assign complex industrial, commercial, and special-use property appraisal work.
- Review appraisals for quality, accuracy, compliance with USPAP standards, and defensibility.
- Develop or recommend strategies for resolving and defending complex assessment appeals.
- Establish performance expectations, evaluate performance, recruit staff, and plan for succession and staffing contingencies.
- Provide technical valuation advice to agency leaders, county assessors, taxpayers, and other stakeholders.
- Lead training, workgroups, operational reviews, and cross-program valuation projects.
- Improve appraisal practices and processes to strengthen consistency, efficiency, and measurable results statewide.
Who We're Looking ForWe are looking for a trusted leader who can balance people leadership with advanced appraisal expertise. An ideal candidate communicates complex information clearly, makes thoughtful and defensible decisions, and helps others grow through coaching and constructive feedback. They are comfortable managing competing priorities and legal deadlines while maintaining quality, consistency, and responsive service. They build productive relationships across organizational and jurisdictional boundaries, welcome diverse perspectives, and look for practical ways to improve how work is accomplished.
QualificationsThe ideal candidate will possess a combination of the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and progressive experience that demonstrates readiness to successfully perform the duties and tasks of this position:
Demonstrated progressive experience supervising professional level property appraisers, gained through leading appraisal teams, assigning and directing work, conducting performance evaluations, and managing recruitment, training, and workload distribution in an appraisal setting.
Proven ability to review, analyze, and approve complex industrial, commercial, and special use property appraisals, obtained through experience applying USPAP standards, assessing valuation defensibility, and preparing strategies for resolving or defending appeals at all levels.
Demonstrated expertise in applying appraisal theory, methodology, and best practices, developed through conducting or supervising complex property valuations and interpreting appraisal standards, statutes, administrative rules, and valuation policies.
Proven ability to provide technical valuation guidance to staff and stakeholders, acquired through mentoring and training appraisers, offering valuation recommendations to management, and presenting appraisal concepts to county assessors and professional groups.
Demonstrated skill managing cross functional valuation projects, gained through facilitating workgroups, conducting operational reviews of valuation processes, collaborating across programs to ensure consistency, and performing specialized duties such as project management and performance measurement.
Proven ability to interpret and apply complex financial information, obtained through experience reviewing income statements, rent rolls, appraisal models, and other financial documents used in the valuation of complex property types.
Demonstrated capability to lead and implement process improvements, developed through identifying weaknesses in valuation practices, analyzing root causes, and recommending or implementing streamlined procedures that enhance defensibility, consistency, and efficiency.
Proven experience representing valuation programs with external partners, acquired through working with county assessors, treasurers, taxpayers, legislative staff, and industry stakeholders to resolve valuation issues and promote uniform statewide administration.
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a high-volume, high complexity environment, gained through independently directing work under general direction, meeting legal deadlines, coordinating staff coverage, and ensuring completion of critical valuation commitments.
Proven advanced proficiency using valuation related technology, developed through extensive use of Excel for financial modeling, valuation analysis, and statistical review, as well as experience preparing documentation to support defensible appraisal decisions.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional growth, gained through actively seeking feedback, assessing personal strengths and areas for improvement, learning from colleagues and stakeholders, and applying new knowledge to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of government programs and processes serving Washington residents.
Proven ability to respond effectively to diverse customer and stakeholder needs, developed through adapting to changing circumstances, exercising sound judgment, providing responsive and empathetic service, and tailoring communication and support to address the unique needs of the individuals and communities served.
Demonstrated ability to advance equity and inclusion in the workplace and public service, gained through recognizing and valuing diverse backgrounds and perspectives, fostering respectful and inclusive working relationships, evaluating the impacts of policies and practices on diverse populations, and identifying and addressing barriers that disproportionately affect marginalized communities.
Demonstrated knowledge of property tax appeal processes, gained through experience reviewing valuation appeals, interpreting applicable appeal procedures and requirements, and understanding the processes for presenting, reviewing, and resolving property tax disputes.
Demonstrated understanding of the roles, authorities, and working relationships of state and county assessors, boards of equalization, and other property tax appeal bodies, developed through experience interpreting statutory responsibilities, coordinating assessment and appeal activities, and navigating the administrative processes governing property valuation disputes.
Demonstrated knowledge of property tax appeal procedures, gained through experience reviewing appeal filings, interpreting procedural requirements, tracking administrative review processes, and tracking the resolution of property tax valuation disputes.
Demonstrated understanding of the roles, statutory authorities, and working relationships of state and county assessors, boards of equalization, other property tax appeal bodies, and the Department of Revenue's Property Tax Division, developed through experience interpreting applicable statutes and administrative rules, coordinating with assessment and appeal entities, and understanding their respective responsibilities in property assessment, valuation review, and appeal resolution.
Equity Competencies:- The ability to take action to learn and grow.
- The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
- Uses an equitable and inclusive approach.
Learn about our to understand the foundational skills, mindsets, and approaches we value and cultivate in our workforce.
Preferred may be granted to candidates who possess the following:A degree with major study in business, public administration, real estate, economics, finance, accounting, or studies in related fields.
ORDemonstrated experience in conducting complex property appraisals and assessments, including:
- Interpreting and applying appraisal standards, property tax statutes, administrative rules, and valuation policies.
- Providing guidance and explanations of appraisal standards and valuation rules to staff, stakeholders, and decision-making bodies.
Appraising and assessing complex properties with accuracy and compliance to established standards
ORMaster's degree in business, real estate, economics, accounting, finance, or related fields.
ORProfessional designation or accreditation from the International Association of Assessing Officers, Appraisal Institute, American Society of Appraisers, or a similar recognized professional organization, or possession of Certified General Real Estate License.
Knowledge and ability to assimilate and apply a variety of disciplines including appraisal, accounting, corporate finance, economics, and law.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement using lean principles to create a culture that encourages respect, creativity, innovative problem solving, and delivers measurable results.
Demonstrated ability to develop staff skills and abilities.
To be considered:- Complete the online application in detail.
- Attach a letter of interest explaining your interest in the position and how you meet the qualifications listed.
- Include three or more professional references with current contact information.
To take advantage of Veteran's preference please attach your DD-214, member 4 long form, or your NGB-22. Please black out your social security number and date of birth prior to attaching.
Questions?Hello, my name is Lance, and I will be assisting with this announcement. As a 20-year Department of Revenue employee, I understand the importance of finding a rewarding career with a work-life balance. At Revenue, we pride ourselves in connecting talented individuals with opportunity and would like to answer any questions you have.
Please contact any part of the Staffing team at or give me a call (360) 704-5725.
Supplemental Information The Human Resource Division may use referrals from this recruitment to help fill future similar vacancies for up to six months.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
If you need help during the application process, please call the Human Resources Office at 360-704-5731. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
More than Just a Paycheck!Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
