Senior Equalization Appraiser

Senior Equalization Appraiser

Full-Time | AFSCME Union Position

T-12

Houghton County is seeking a full-time Senior Equalization Appraiser to join the Equalization Department. This position assists with property appraisal and assessment studies, field inspections, property records, mapping, and general department operations.

This is a good opportunity for someone interested in real estate, property assessment, appraisal, GIS, local government, or data analysis. The position includes a mix of office work and fieldwork throughout Houghton County.

What You’ll Do

As the Senior Equalization Appraiser, you will work with the other department staff on a variety of property assessment and appraisal projects. Typical responsibilities include:

• Inspecting residential, commercial, vacant, and other properties throughout Houghton County
• Reviewing and updating property characteristics and assessment records within the database
• Assisting with land value and economic condition factor studies
• Entering and maintaining property information in BS&A software
• Creating property sketches and maintaining inspection photographs and other documents
• Researching deeds, legal descriptions, property records, and other public documents
• Assisting taxpayers, local assessors, and members of the public with property information and record requests
• Preparing reports and assisting with assessment and equalization studies
• Helping maintain department records, mapping data, invoices, supplies, and other administrative functions
• Performing other related duties as needed

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, comfortable working with numbers and property information, and able to work both independently and as part of a small team.

Required qualifications include:

• MCAO (Michigan Certified Assessing Officer) OR
• MCAT (Michigan Certified Assessing Technician)
• Currently holding either license or currently enrolled.
• Senior Appraiser must hold MCAO for T-12 classification, MCAT T-9 Appraiser

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience in property assessment, real estate appraisal, GIS, or a related area
• Familiarity with property records, deeds, legal descriptions, or other mapping
• Strong computer and data-entry skills
• Ability to interact professionally with property owners, local officials, and the public

Previous assessment experience is beneficial but not necessarily required for an otherwise qualified candidate willing to learn.

Work Environment

This position includes both office and appraisal fieldwork. Employees must be able to travel to and inspect properties throughout Houghton County, including properties in urban and rural locations and in varying weather conditions using a county vehicle.

The position requires regular walking and standing during inspections over uneven, sloped, muddy, snowy, or unpaved terrain. Navigating stairs, yards, driveways, construction areas, agricultural, commercial and industrial sites, and other property features encountered during inspections. Taking measurements of structures and carrying or lifting equipment or materials associated with fieldwork.

Compensation & Benefits

AFSCME T-12

[or $23.97 – $28.07 per hour]

Houghton County offers a competitive benefits package, which includes:

• Health insurance
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Retirement benefits
• Training and professional development opportunities

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a completed Houghton County employment application and resumeto:

Houghton County Equalization Department

[email protected] / 401 E Houghton Ave Houghton MI 49931

906-482-0250

Internal Applications will be accepted until 10/13/2026

External Applications will be accepted until 10/30/2026

Houghton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $23.97 - $28.07 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Work Location: In person