| Location | Des Moines, IA |
| Salary | $63,585.60–$98,633.60 Per Year |
Property Appraiser 3
Salary
$63,585.60 - $98,633.60 Annually
Location
Des Moines - 50313 - Polk County, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
27-01244
Agency
625 Iowa Department of Revenue
Division
Local Government Services Division
Opening Date
10/30/2026
Closing Date
11/9/2026 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag
#LI-POST
Point of Contact
idrrecruitment@iowa.gov
Job Description
The Iowa Department of Revenue's Local Government Services Division is currently seeking a Property Appraiser 3. The Local Government Services Division oversees the administration of property tax laws, assessors, and boards of review with a focus on ensuring that all property assessments adhere to Iowa laws in a manner that is fair, consistent, and compliant.
As a Property Appraiser 3, you will independently appraise gas and electric property, using the utility replacement tax methodology in accordance with the Code of Iowa and Iowa Administrative Rules.
Additionally, in this position you will:
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the following:
Employer Highlights:
The Iowa Department of Revenue is a well-respected employer. We are focused on providing excellent customer service, while offering a wonderful team atmosphere, work-life balance, free parking, and remote work. We offer a flexible working environment and opportunities to work from home with the ability to work from anywhere in the State of Iowa as long as it is your primary residence. We have a total compensation package for all of our full-time employees, including:
The mission of the Iowa Department of Revenue is to serve Iowans through the responsible collection and generation of revenue to support the public good. If you're looking for a career with an organization that values its employees and customers, you've come to the right place.
Applicants must live within the State of Iowa to qualify for this position.
A background check, including a criminal history check, fingerprint and Iowa tax filing check, will be conducted on the final candidate.
Effective July 1st, 2025, all Department of Revenue staff and their household will not be able to play any Iowa Lottery games.
E-Verify and Right to Work
The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees' rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:
1) Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in any field, and experience equal to four years of full-time work in property appraisal, assessment, or sales negotiations; mortgage banking; real estate sales, development, or management; property acquisition; or as a mortgage broker.
2) All of the following (a, b, and c):
a. Three years of full-time work experience in property appraisal, assessment, or sales negotiations; mortgage banking; real estate sales, development, or management; property acquisition; or as a mortgage broker; and
b. A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full-time experience; and
c. One year of graduate-level education and/or full-time experience (as described in part a), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full-time experience.
3) Certification as a Certified Assessment Evaluator in accordance with the requirements of the International Association of Assessing Officers.
4) Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes eighteen months of full-time work as a Property Appraiser 2.
For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description.
Additional Qualification Requirements
Applicants must be available to travel in an assigned area of the state. Employees must arrange transportation to and from assigned work sites.
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Our Robust Benefits Package Includes:
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Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.
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We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind. Click here to learn more about IPERS.
Paid Time Off:
Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.
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Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?
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Have you graduated from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in any field, AND have four years of full-time work in property appraisal, assessment, or sales negotiations; mortgage banking; real estate sales, development, or management; property acquisition; or as a mortgage broker?
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Do you possess the following: Certification as a Certified Assessment Evaluator in accordance with the requirements of the International Association of Assessing Officers?
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Are you a current permanent State of Iowa employee with current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes eighteen months of full-time work as a Property Appraiser 2?
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Do you meet A, B and C: A. Three years of full-time work experience in property appraisal, assessment, or sales negotiations; mortgage banking; real estate sales, development, or management; property acquisition; or as a mortgage broker; and B. A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full-time experience; and C. One year of graduate-level education and/or full-time experience (as described in part a), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full-time experience.
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Employer State of Iowa
Agency 625 Iowa Department of Revenue Address Hoover State Office Building, 4th Floor
1305 E Walnut St
Des Moines, Iowa, 50319
Website https://revenue.iowa.gov