Appraiser I/II/SR
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Appraiser I/II/SR
Salary
$56,076.80 - $84,115.20 Annually
Location
Placerville, CA
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2408-4301/4302/4303
Department
Assessor
Opening Date
08/21/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
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THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO
The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.
OFFICE OF THE ASSESSOR
The County of El Dorado ( , Office of the Assessor ( is responsible for discovering, inventorying, valuing and assessing all taxable real property in the County, including residential, commercial, industrial properties and undeveloped land. The office is also responsible for assessing taxable business property, boats, airplanes, mining claims and other assessable interests in property. The Assessor prepares and maintains the master property records and parcel maps. The office is charged with the administration of a number of exemption programs benefitting homeowners and certain qualifying organizations. The Assessor prepares and submits the secured, unsecured, and supplemental assessment rolls for use in preparation of assessments for taxation by the various taxing agencies.
APPRAISAL DIVISION
The Appraisal division is responsible for determining the fair market value of real property that has undergone a complete or partial change of ownership, new construction or other event that triggers a reappraisal under California Property Tax law. The division conducts field appraisal work, enrolls value for new/discovered construction, and performs special appraisals of Williamson Act and Timber Production Zone property. Real Property valuation includes land, mines, quarries, timber, structures, buildings, fixtures, fences, fruit or nut bearing trees and vines. The Appraisal division is also responsible for annual appraisal of business property and assessable personal property such as boats, airplanes, apartment/hotel/motel furnishings and possessory interests.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Put your knowledge of Real Property Appraisal into action! You will have the opportunity to appraise industrial, commercial, residential and/or agricultural properties, and/or other real and personal properties for taxation purposes.
The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:
+ Analyze, interpret and document all required information to derive equitable and justifiable property appraisals for industrial, commercial. residential and/or agricultural properties.
+ Conduct field inspection of property site to collect and verify property data.
+ Interview property owners and other relevant parties to obtain and verify property data.
+ Read and interpret a variety of maps and aerial photographs to ascertain boundaries and condition of industrial, commercial, residential and/or agricultural properties.
+ Review and interpret accounting records to ascertain gross and net income for capitalization into an estimate of value.
+ Allocate appropriate value to different portions of property parcels based on topography, vegetation, soil use and capability of use.
+ Adjust property values for property splits based on allocated values of subject properties.
For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description here. (
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The Office of the Assessor is looking for a customer service driven self-starter who has a background in real property, preferably with residential or commercial appraisal experience. Other real estate experience, including work as an agent, property management or development is also desirable. Analytical thinking is desired. Experience working with computers, customers, clients or the public is a plus!
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following minimum qualifications:
Where college degrees and/or college course credits are required, degrees and college units must be obtained from a regionally accredited college or university. Courses from non-regionally accredited institutions will not be evaluated for this requirement.
Appraiser I: Must meet education/experience criteria for Permanent Certification as outlined in the State of California Board of Equalization Property Tax Rules, Rule 283, Sections a.2-3. (
Appraiser II: In addition to the above, one year of varied property appraisal experience at a level equivalent to the County's class of Appraiser I and possession of a valid appraiser's permanent certificate.
Senior Appraiser: In addition to the above, two additional years of journey level appraisal experience at a level equivalent to the County's class of Appraiser II and possession of an advanced appraiser's certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization. Progression to this level will depend upon the depth and breadth of experience with complex commercial, industrial and agricultural appraisals.
Additional Requirements:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and automobile liability insurance meeting legal requirements.
Must possess or immediately apply for a temporary appraiser's certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization (R & T Code section 673).
Must obtain a valid appraiser's certificate within one year of employment and maintain certifications thereafter.
Click here ( to view the minimum qualifications for Appraiser I/II/Sr., as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the supplemental questions are complete, click "Accept."
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Jenny Thomas in Human Resources a t jenny.thomas@edcgov.us
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RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The Department of Human Resources will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred biweekly to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.
Training and Experience Review (Weighted 100%): A training and experience review consists of candidates responding to supplemental questions on the job application. A subject matter expert will evaluate each candidate's responses based on predetermined criteria. Subject matter experts are not granted access to the candidate's application; therefore, responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough, detailed, and complete.
For more information on the recruitment process, click here ( .
Based on the hiring department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Appraiser I/II/Sr. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time, limited term and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer.
There are currently two (2) full time vacancy in the Assessor's Office located in Placerville, CA.
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The County of El Dorado is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer.
As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every ten (10) years.
Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history.
Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:
+ 40 miles to Downtown Sacramento
+ 50 miles to Sacramento International Airport
+ 129 miles to San Francisco
Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:
+ Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
+ Skiing and Snowboarding
+ Live Music and Music Festivals
+ Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
+ El Dorado County Fair
+ Placerville Speedway
+ Farm to Fork Restaurants
+ Local Shopping Gems
Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click here ( for more information
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The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!
For your Health and Well-Being:
+ Medical
+ Dental
+ Vision
+ Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
+ Basic Life Insurance
+ Long Term Disability (LTD)
+ Discounts on gym memberships
For your Financial Future:
+ CalPERS Retirement
+ Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
+ Optional Life Insurance
For your Work/Life Balance:
+ Paid Holidays
+ Floating Holidays
+ Vacation and sick leave accruals
To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here ( .
Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.
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Describe a specific instance in which you conducted an appraisal and assessment of a property. Detail the steps you took, the challenges you encountered, and how you resolved them. Additionally, mention the type(s) of properties involved, the name(s) of your employer(s), and the dates of employment. If you do not have experience in this area, please type N/A.
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