Appraiser I
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$ 70620 - 84599
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**NOTE:The application and selection process require you to complete an
InPersonExamination in Santa Barbara CA.
Salary:$70620.16 $84599.84 Annually
The County of Santa Barbaras ClerkRecorderAssessor Departmentis currently accepting applications to fill fivefulltimevacancies in Santa Barbara or Santa Maria.
Join us as an Appraiser I a position brimming with growth potential and the chance to kickstart your career. As an Appraiser youll dive into the world of property appraisal working under expert guidance to assess real and other properties for tax purposes. This role offers a dynamic environment where youll constantly learn and develop your skills paving the way for future advancement.
The ClerkRecorderAssessor Department:The Santa Barbara County ClerkRecorderAssessor department is comprised of three separate and unique divisions: ClerkRecorder Assessor and Elections. Each division offers employees growth and career advancement opportunities. Working in the Assessors Office affords Appraisers options to gain experience working with a variety of properties including tract homes luxury estates oceanfront bungalows vineyards hotels oil wells airplanes yachts boat slips space launch complexes and even racehorses.
The Position:
Appraisers in the Assessors Office are responsible for the discovery identification valuation and assessment of all taxable real and personal property in Santa Barbara County in order to produce the secured and unsecured assessment rolls. This includes defending valuations and assessments before the Assessment Appeals Board.
To learn more about the Assessors Office please visit: The County of Santa Barbara offers generous benefits please visit our websitehere. In addition applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for:
- Retirement reciprocity
- Time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate
Examples of Duties
- Investigates and gathers data required for determining the market value of personal property land and improvements; interprets and applies the California Revenue and Taxation Code Property Tax Rules and the State of California Constitution as they apply to chain of title and property valuation; and prepares reports on facts pertinent to the determination of ownership or market value.
- Inspects interiors and exteriors of buildings and other structures for property tax assessment and valuation; prepares scale drawings of improvements; explains assessment procedures and determinations of value from assessment records and maps; and determines appraisability of ownership transfers for real property and leasehold interests through chain of title investigation and research.
- Investigates and analyzes data in the research of title or in appraisal of land improvements and personal property for property tax purposes; and performs appraisals on specific property types which may include commercial residential agricultural and/or research of property ownership records.
- Explains chain of title appraisal procedures and California Revenue and Tax code sections and rules to taxpayers.
- Determines through chain of title investigation and research of recorded and unrecorded title transfer documents for real property and leasehold interests whether changes in ownership will result in appraisal; and prepares and presents assessment appeals.
- Receives onthejob training and formal course work in property appraisal; and learns to perform cost market and income appraisals.
- Learns to interpret and apply the California Revenue and Taxation Code and the State of California Constitution as they apply to property valuation and chain of title.
- Investigates and gathers data required for determining the market value of personal property land and improvements; interprets and applies the California Revenue and Taxation Code Property Tax Rules and the State of California Constitution as they apply to chain of title and property valuation; and prepares reports on facts pertinent to the determination of ownership or market value.
Employment Standards
In order to be considered for this position applicants must provide detailed information on their application to demonstrate how they meet the employment standards (minimum qualifications) listed below:
- Possession of a bachelors degree from an accredited fouryear institution; OR
- Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent ANDfour years of relevant experience. Relevant experience means employment experience within the last ten years in any of the following occupations:
- 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 State Board of Equalization; or
- an employee other than an appraiser appraiser aide or appraiser trainee of an Assessors office or of the property taxes department of the State Board of Equalization 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 in subparagraphs a) b) and c) above or by education in an accredited institution of higher education.
Note: Applicants who are currently in their final quarter or semester of study leading to a bachelors degree are encouraged to apply. Such applicants may compete in the examination process but may not be considered for appointment until they have obtained the required degree.
Additional Requirements:
- Applicants for Appraiser I are not required to possess a valid appraisers certificate at time of application; however selectees for employment must obtain a temporary appraisers certificate issued by the California State Board of Equalization after appointment to the Appraiser I class.
- As a condition of continued employment Appraiser I appointees must obtain a valid appraisers certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization within one year of appointment.
Additional Qualifications: A Valid California Class C Drivers License may be required at the time of appointment.
Knowledge of: mathematics including arithmetic and geometry; English grammar and usage; and computer applications including current wordprocessing spreadsheet and data base programs.
Ability to: learn the factors involved in the valuation and assessment of land improvements and personal property; gather and analyze data for appraisal purposes and make appropriate determinations; make accurate calculations; understand and follow rules and instructions; read and interpret procedures laws and regulations; keep accurate records; draw sketches of improvements to scale; maintain impartiality and objectivity; determine percentages of transferable interests on deeds for tax purposes; understand legal descriptions and complex legal documents; interpret corporate lease agreements and trust documents; investigate facts affecting real property and chain of title; read and interpret blueprints and property descriptions; accept and promote suggestions recommendations and process improvements; accept accountability and responsibility of work product and job performance; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Supplemental Information
1.Review applications and supplemental questionnaireto determine those applicants who meet the employment standards.
2.InPerson Written Exam.Candidates that meet the employment standard will be invited to an inperson written exam. Candidates final score and rank on the eligibility list will be determined by their score on the written examination. The written examination is tentatively scheduled on the week of May19th. Candidates will be provided with additional information regarding the written examination by email. This process may be eliminated if there are fewer than 14 qualified candidates.Candidates must receive a percentage score of at least 70 on the InPerson Written Exam to be placed on an employment list. An adjustment may be made to raw scores based on factors listed in Civil Service Rule VI. Those candidates who are successful in the selection process will have their names placed on the employment list for a minimum of three months. At the time the employment list is established all candidates will receive an email notice of their score on the exam(s) rank on the employment list and exact duration of the employment list.
NOTE: Veterans preference credit is applicable for this recruitment 5 points for veterans 10 points for disabled veterans). To be eligible for this credit you must be applying for this position within five years from your most recent date of: 1 honorable discharge from active military service; or 2 discharge from a military or veterans hospital where treatment and confinement were for a disability incurred during active military service; or 3 completion of education or training funded by a Federal Educational Assistance Act. No time limit exists for veterans with 30 or more disability.
To receive veterans preference points you must: 1 check the Veterans Preference Points box on the employment application form; and 2 submit a copy of your Form DD214 and if applicable VA certification of disability rating to the Human Resources Department on or before the online assessment examination date; and 3 pass all phases of the examination process. The preference points will be added to your final test score.Conditional Job Offer:Once a conditional offer of employment has been made candidate will be required to successfully complete a background check which includes a conviction history check and satisfactory reference checks. Appointee will be subject to a postoffer medical evaluation or examination. The appointee must satisfactorily complete a oneyear probationary period.
Recruiters will communicate with applicants by emailduring each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.
Disaster Service Workers: Pursuant to Governmental code section 3100 all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.
Statement of Commitment
The County of Santa Barbara provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination harassment and retaliation of any type with regard to any characteristic or status protected by any federal law state law or Santa Barbara County ordinance. The County continues to be committed to a meritbased selection process and to eliminating barriers to attracting and retaining top qualified candidates. The County has a longstanding practice of providing a work environment that respects the dignity of individual employees and values their contributions to our organization.APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: Friday May 9 2025 at 4:59 PM PST; Postmarks not accepted. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at.
Leza Patatanian Employment Analyst:
Employment Type
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