Appraiser II

The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used Countywide to fill current and future vacancies on a regular fulltime parttime or temporary basis.

• Pays attention to details.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Asks questions to seek understanding.
• Is a selfstarter.
• Is flexible.
• Is honest and ethical.

• You will work in a dynamic environment with others who have strong values and integrity.
• You will have lots of interaction with your peers and the public.
• You will be challenged to read and understand the various methods real property can be valued for tax purposes.
• You will receive extensive training to understand and apply the various methods real property can be valued for tax purposes.
• You will provide a vital service that supports the mission of the County.

• You may experience difficulty understanding and applying the various methods real property can be valued for tax purposes.
• You will need to work with some taxpayers who are difficult and/or dissatisfied.

1. Collects analyzes and tabulates data on sales rentals and costs of real and other property; correlates data from recent sales and inspection of properties to arrive at an opinion of value for improvements and land.
2. Examines residential commercial and farm properties for type and quality of construction; classifies structures according to shape size type of construction and estimated costs; measures improvement and makes scale drawings.
3. Records a complete description of buildings including materials used types and quality of fixtures wiring plumbing and air conditioning and miscellaneous structures as called for in the appraisal record.
4. Uses appropriate cost tables to calculate cost less depreciation for improvements; makes and verifies computations involved in cost estimating and appraising; may obtain cost information from financial records or audit reports.
5. Makes physical inspection of rural and undeveloped land for information related to current use and estimated future development; collects various data; makes value judgment as to current market value and documents basis for judgment.
6. Prepares and presents data and reports to the Assessment Appeals Board regarding tax assessment petitions.
7. Attends training classes and assists in training other appraisers.

• Methods of real property appraisal practices and procedures;
• Factors affecting building and equipment depreciation and obsolescence;
• Building construction including materials construction costs and quantities.

• Interpret data and apply mathematical calculations to property appraisal;
• Read and interpret blueprints sketches and property descriptions;
• Keep accurate and detailed records;
• Prepare clear and concise recommendations and reports;
• Operate a variety of office equipment such as a calculator and personal computer;
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• Provide excellent and courteous customer service and establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public; and attend and perform duties on a regular reliable and consistent basis.

Any combination of training education and/or experience which provides for the knowledge skills and abilities required to perform the duties listed above is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is:

• One year of experience as an Appraiser I or in an appraisal class of comparable or higher level;AND
  

• Graduation from an accredited fouryear institution of higher education.

• An accountant auditor real property appraiser building cost estimator engineer real estate loan agent real estate loan underwriter rightofway agent licensed building contractor or
• A real estate licensee licensed by the California Department of Real Estate engaged in buying selling leasing or managing real estate or
  
• An appraiser aide or appraiser trainee in an assessors office or in the property taxes department of the Board or
• An employee other than an appraiser appraiser aide or appraiser trainee of an assessors office or of the property taxes department of the Board except that such employment time shall be limited to qualifying for only 2/3 of the fouryear experience requirement. The remaining 1/3 of time shall be accumulated by other relevant experience as described above or by education in an accredited institution of higher education.
  

As a condition of employment the following requirements apply:

• Pursuant to Rules 282 and 283 of the State of California Board of Equalization property Tax Rules a Temporary Appraisers Certificate will be issued only upon meeting the minimum qualifications listed under Option I II or III as detailed in EXAMPLES OFEXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/ TRAINING above; and
• Pursuant to Article 8 Section 670 of the Revenue and Taxation Code of the State of California a Permanent Appraisers Certificate issued by the State of California Board of Equalization is to be obtained within one year of appointment.
  Failure to obtain a Permanent California Appraisers Certificate within one year of appointment will because for termination of employment; and
• Pursuant to Article 8 Section 671 of the Revenue and Taxation Code of the State of California completion of at least 24 hours of training conducted or approved by the California State Board of Equalization is required in each oneyear period.
• Possess a valid California Class C driver license at the time of appointment and possess and maintain a satisfactory driving record or provide evidence of suitable transportation which is approved by the appointing authority.
• Prospective employees for the AssessorCounty Clerk/Recorder will be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment driving record and record of criminal conviction.
• Be available to work a flexible schedule including evenings weekends holidays and during times of disaster and/or emergency; travel out of County to attend meetings.

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