How do I find licensed residential appraiser jobs?

Most residential appraisers work for themselves as independent fee appraisers, paid per completed appraisal, so job hunting usually means building a client base of lenders and appraisal management companies (AMCs), the intermediaries that order appraisals for mortgage lenders. Salaried positions exist at banks, real estate firms, and government agencies such as county assessor offices. Common search strategies include job boards, professional organizations, and direct outreach to local appraisal firms.