Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser Jobs
Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser jobs are open across residential real estate firms, appraisal management companies, banks, and government agencies, at levels from trainee to senior and supervisory, with specializations in single-family valuation, estate appraisal, and FHA/VA compliance work. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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$70,149.87 - $122,762.22 Annually
FX. CTY. GOVERNMENT CENTER, 12000 GOVERNMENT CENTER PKWY., FAIRFAX (EJ32), VA
FT Salary W BN
26-01703
Tax Administration
11/07/2026
11/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
S24
Open to General Public
Job Announcement
This position is responsible for residential real estate property appraisal, i.e., the determination of value for assessment of Fairfax County properties. Makes appraisals of residential classes of real estate (single family detached houses, condominiums, attached and townhouse dwellings). Appraises noncomplex vacant residential sites and subdivisions, as well as special purpose properties such as churches and schools. Performs office research on and inspects real property to gather data required for appraisals. Defends assessments in the administrative appeal process and at the Board of Equalization level. Meets with taxpayers, property tax representatives, attorneys and County officials to explain the assessment process. Prepares special reports and analyses of economic data. This position works under direction and supervision.
Note: This announcement may be used to fill multiple positions.
Position may be underfilled as a Real Estate Appraiser Trainee; the underfill requirements are stated below in the Employment Standards section.
Illustrative Duties
(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)
Inspects properties and meets with citizens, builders, brokers, and other government agencies to collect data for the appraisal of residential properties;
Collects and maintains data for appraisal analysis of residential properties using multi-listing information to check sales information and update building characteristics;
Analyzes data and applies traditional mass appraisal approaches in determining residential property values while using individual judgment;
Provides information to the public on real property legal requirements, appraisal procedures, and current market activity;
Prepares charts and graphic presentations for the Board of Equalization using GIS (geographic information system) to illustrate uniformity and sales comparable properties;
Presents oral, visual (charts and graphics), and written presentations, and defends assessments in the administrative appeal process and before the Board of Equalization;
Researches the County Comprehensive Plan to evaluate the effect of adopted land use plans on property valuations;
Measures, classifies, and values new construction, including custom houses;
Maintains information for assigned subdivisions, including model types and sales data;
Analyzes grantor/grantee transactions, including financial details, property characteristics, zoning/development issues, and buyer/seller motivations to develop an inventory of bona fide sales for market analysis.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of Fairfax County ad valorem principles, policies, and procedures;
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:
(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree; plus two years field experience in the appraisal of real property.
UNDERFILL REQUIREMENTS:
This vacancy may be underfilled at the level of Real Estate Appraiser Trainee (S21, $60,894.29 - $106,565.06). The employment standards for the Real Estate Appraiser Trainee are:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:
(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree.
Upon completion of the underfill agreement incumbents are either promoted to the class of Real Estate Appraiser I or are separated.
Click here to view the complete details and KSAs for the Real Estate Appraiser Trainee. Upon completion of an underfill agreement (which will require that the employee meet the employment standards stated above in addition to obtaining competencies and licensures defined by the hiring agency) the employee will be elevated to the level of Real Estate Appraiser I.
Underfill candidates must be able to meet the minimum qualifications of the Real Estate Appraiser I within two years of the job announcement's closing date of 11/20/26.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and a driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.
This position is emergency/essential services personnel. (Required to report for duty during inclement weather and/or other emergencies.)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in mass appraisal for assessment purposes.
- Licensed Residential Appraiser.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Excel and Word.
- Real estate appraisal experience, including fee appraisal and assessment experience.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to physically measure non-residential and residential property in the field. Visual acuity is required to read data on a computer monitor. Ability to operate keyboard driven equipment and computer. Position frequently communicates and must be able to exchange accurate information with others verbally and in writing. Ability to drive a motor vehicle. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include exercise.
Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.
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$70,149.87 - $122,762.22 Annually
FX. CTY. GOVERNMENT CENTER, 12000 GOVERNMENT CENTER PKWY., FAIRFAX (EJ32), VA
FT Salary W BN
26-01703
Tax Administration
11/07/2026
11/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
S24
Open to General Public
Job Announcement
This position is responsible for residential real estate property appraisal, i.e., the determination of value for assessment of Fairfax County properties. Makes appraisals of residential classes of real estate (single family detached houses, condominiums, attached and townhouse dwellings). Appraises noncomplex vacant residential sites and subdivisions, as well as special purpose properties such as churches and schools. Performs office research on and inspects real property to gather data required for appraisals. Defends assessments in the administrative appeal process and at the Board of Equalization level. Meets with taxpayers, property tax representatives, attorneys and County officials to explain the assessment process. Prepares special reports and analyses of economic data. This position works under direction and supervision.
Note: This announcement may be used to fill multiple positions.
Position may be underfilled as a Real Estate Appraiser Trainee; the underfill requirements are stated below in the Employment Standards section.
Illustrative Duties
(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)
Inspects properties and meets with citizens, builders, brokers, and other government agencies to collect data for the appraisal of residential properties;
Collects and maintains data for appraisal analysis of residential properties using multi-listing information to check sales information and update building characteristics;
Analyzes data and applies traditional mass appraisal approaches in determining residential property values while using individual judgment;
Provides information to the public on real property legal requirements, appraisal procedures, and current market activity;
Prepares charts and graphic presentations for the Board of Equalization using GIS (geographic information system) to illustrate uniformity and sales comparable properties;
Presents oral, visual (charts and graphics), and written presentations, and defends assessments in the administrative appeal process and before the Board of Equalization;
Researches the County Comprehensive Plan to evaluate the effect of adopted land use plans on property valuations;
Measures, classifies, and values new construction, including custom houses;
Maintains information for assigned subdivisions, including model types and sales data;
Analyzes grantor/grantee transactions, including financial details, property characteristics, zoning/development issues, and buyer/seller motivations to develop an inventory of bona fide sales for market analysis.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of Fairfax County ad valorem principles, policies, and procedures;
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:
(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree; plus two years field experience in the appraisal of real property.
UNDERFILL REQUIREMENTS:
This vacancy may be underfilled at the level of Real Estate Appraiser Trainee (S21, $60,894.29 - $106,565.06). The employment standards for the Real Estate Appraiser Trainee are:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:
(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree.
Upon completion of the underfill agreement incumbents are either promoted to the class of Real Estate Appraiser I or are separated.
Click here to view the complete details and KSAs for the Real Estate Appraiser Trainee. Upon completion of an underfill agreement (which will require that the employee meet the employment standards stated above in addition to obtaining competencies and licensures defined by the hiring agency) the employee will be elevated to the level of Real Estate Appraiser I.
Underfill candidates must be able to meet the minimum qualifications of the Real Estate Appraiser I within two years of the job announcement's closing date of 11/20/26.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and a driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.
This position is emergency/essential services personnel. (Required to report for duty during inclement weather and/or other emergencies.)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in mass appraisal for assessment purposes.
- Licensed Residential Appraiser.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Excel and Word.
- Real estate appraisal experience, including fee appraisal and assessment experience.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to physically measure non-residential and residential property in the field. Visual acuity is required to read data on a computer monitor. Ability to operate keyboard driven equipment and computer. Position frequently communicates and must be able to exchange accurate information with others verbally and in writing. Ability to drive a motor vehicle. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include exercise.
Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in certified residential real estate appraiser jobs.
- State-issued Certified Residential Appraiser license in the applicable jurisdiction
- Proficiency with TOTAL by a la mode, ACI, or comparable appraisal report software
- Experience completing URAR forms compliant with USPAP standards
- Minimum number of completed appraisal hours meeting state trainee and experience requirements
- Working knowledge of FHA and VA appraisal guidelines and property eligibility requirements
- Familiarity with MLS access, public records research, and comparable sales analysis
Tips for Your Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser Job Search
List your credential status clearly
Spell out your exact license level on your resume: trainee, licensed, certified residential, or certified general. Hiring managers and appraisal management companies filter by credential tier first, so burying that detail in a summary paragraph costs you interviews.
Highlight completed appraisal hours precisely
Many postings screen for a specific number of logged field hours. State your verified hours total and the breakdown between residential and supervisory hours. Vague language like 'extensive field experience' won't satisfy a reviewer checking your numbers against state requirements.
Tailor your sample work to the role type
If you're targeting a lender-facing role, feature UAD-compliant URAR reports. For AMC or government work, lead with FHA or VA appraisal examples. Matching your portfolio samples to the employer's specific appraisal product signals immediate readiness rather than a general background.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists certified residential real estate appraiser openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for scope-of-work scenario questions
Interviewers for appraiser roles often walk through a hypothetical assignment and ask how you'd define scope of work, choose comparables, or handle a complex property type. Rehearse your reasoning process out loud so you can explain methodology decisions clearly and confidently under pressure.
Negotiate comp-time and territory before accepting
Appraisal roles frequently involve travel radius commitments and after-hours inspection scheduling. Clarify mileage reimbursement policy, your expected coverage area, and turnaround time expectations during the offer stage so there are no surprises once you're carrying a full assignment load.
Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most certified residential real estate appraisers?
The companies hiring the most certified residential real estate appraisers right now include Integra Realty Resources, CORRE, and State of New Mexico, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Wisconsin, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Appraisal management companies and regional lenders tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently.
How many certified residential real estate appraiser jobs are remote?
About 65% of certified residential real estate appraiser openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the inherent need for physical property inspections. Roles most likely to offer remote flexibility include desktop review appraisals, appraisal quality control, and hybrid assignments where data analysis is done off-site.
How do you become a certified residential real estate appraiser?
You start by completing state-required qualifying education hours covering topics like real estate principles, appraisal procedures, and USPAP. Next, you work under a licensed supervisory appraiser to accumulate the required field experience hours. After meeting both thresholds, you pass the National Uniform Licensing Exam and apply to your state's real estate appraisal board for certification.
Can I get hired as a certified residential real estate appraiser with little experience?
Entry-level candidates can break in by applying for trainee or appraiser assistant roles, which are specifically structured for candidates still accumulating supervised hours. Focusing your search on appraisal management companies and regional lenders that run formal trainee programs improves your odds. Demonstrating familiarity with appraisal software and USPAP coursework shows readiness even without a full field log.
What does the certified residential real estate appraiser interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone screen covering your license status, experience volume, and software familiarity. A hiring manager or chief appraiser then conducts a deeper conversation with scenario-based questions about comparable selection, scope-of-work decisions, and handling complex property types. Some employers request a sample appraisal report or a written review exercise before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to certified residential real estate appraiser jobs?
You can find and apply to certified residential real estate appraiser jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the roles that match your license level, preferred location, and appraisal specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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