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The Butte County Equalization & Planning Office has an opening for an Appraiser.

 

Date Posted: 12/15/2025

Start Date: January 2026

Hours: 40 hours per week M-F

Pay: $18.53-$25.63 DOE

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

 The role of the Appraiser within the office of the Director of Equalization is to gather property data and assist with the assessment of real property for property tax purposes.

 

POSITION FUNCTIONS:

· Identify properties to be appraised on maps using legal descriptions and parcel identification numbering systems.

· Inspect real property for the purpose of gathering property data.

· Record property data in the office CAMA system for the purpose of real property assessment.

· Review building permits and computerized property appraisal records.

· Calculate property value using pricing manuals, software, comparable sales, and guidelines relating to the appraisals of real property.

· Answer inquiries concerning appraisals, assessments, and property taxes.

· Defend property assessments during the appeal process.

This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive duties of the position. Incumbents may be required to follow other instructions or perform other related duties, as may be required.

 

 

EXPERIENCE OR EDUCATION PREFERRED:

· High school diploma required.

· Ability to gain the South Dakota CAA certification within one year required.

· Prior property assessment or appraisal experience preferred.

· Experience with typical office software such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Must be able to frequently sit, walk, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, reach and lift, push or pull, and manual dexterity is needed to type, write, use a calculator, answer the telephone, and measure buildings.

· Upper body strength is a requisite to lift/move a maximum of 20 lbs. unassisted and lift/move a maximum of 50 lbs. with assistance.

· Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

· The work environment is split between inside the office performing typical office duties and outside inspecting properties by walking or driving.

· Travel will be required for certification and training.

 

Applications may be picked up at the Butte County Equalization office in the Butte County Administrative Building which is located at 117 5th Avenue Belle Fourche, SD 57717.

 

A completed Butte County Application and/or Resume will be accepted. Competitive wages and excellent benefits are available to the qualified applicant.

Preference will be given to Butte County residents, but a nonresident wishing to apply for employment in Butte County is encouraged to do so.

 

Butte County is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer.

The Butte County Treasurer's Office has an immediate opening: Treasurer Clerk/Deputy Treasurer

Date Posted: 02/25/2026

Deadline: 03/13/2026

Hours: 40 hours per week M-F

Pay: $20.88 - $29.49 DOQ

 

Duties include but are not limited to:

·To provide information and assistance, by phone and in person to process all motor vehicle documents including registration renewals; title transfers; and certain permits. And other motor vehicle related transactions.

·To provide information and assistance for real estate and mobile home tax payments including special assessment tax payments; road district payments and irrigation tax payments. Help to maintain the tax payment files and updates as needed.

·Assists customers with completing forms and making copies for all South Dakota State Property Tax Relief programs such as an Assessment Freeze.

·Balance all monies collected and receipted by staff using Incode property tax and 605Drive motor vehicle software systems. Provide balance transfer reports to the Auditor for balancing.

·Assist in training new staff with general duties of the Treasurer’s office.

·Will work with delinquent property tax issues and the tax deed process on those properties.

·Some travel is required.

·All other duties as assigned by the Butte County Treasurer.

  

Knowledge:

·Must be accurate in the handling of monetary payments. Must have very good written and oral communication skills and be able to handle interruptions while staying organized and focused. Knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting procedures is a must. Will learn SD Codified laws, regulations and procedures. Must be skilled in the use of office equipment such as computers, scanners, fax machines, printers, copiers and calculator.

Physical Demands:

·The work is typically performed while standing or sitting at a counter or desktop or while intermittently standing, sitting or stooping. The employee may lift objects up to 30 pounds and occasionally, up to 50 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications:

·GED/HighSchoolEquivalent–an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Accounting or Finance degreeis preferred.