Auditor Appraiser Level I/II
Auditor Appraiser Level I/II
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The Position
- This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cutoffs are at 5:00 pm on:5/28/25 6/11/25 7/16/25 (final)
Note: Students in their last month prior to graduation should reference the different cutoff dates to determine when you should apply. Please remember that documentation of your conferred degree is needed. For example if you are graduating in May 2025 then you should apply for either June 11 2025 or the July 16 2025 cutoff date provided information of your conferred degree is on your transcripts. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
AuditorAppraiser is a single class with two salary levels (Level I and Level II).
Level 1 $5047.74 $5842.92/month
Level 2 $5799.42 $7050.48/month
AuditorAppraiser (Level II) is the journeylevel in the series and is responsible for the auditing physical appraisal and valuation of commercial and industrial personal property for tax assessment purposes. The AuditorAppraiser (Level II) participates as a member of a team in auditappraisal of major corporal entities. The AuditorAppraiser (Level II) does not regularly perform lead work but may be assigned to demonstrate auditappraisal techniques to less experienced auditor appraisers and to assist them with specific elements of the work. The AuditorAppraiser (Level II) may perform valuation work in the appraisal of specialized forms of personal property such as boats or general aviation aircraft.
AuditorAppraiser (Level I) is the entry and training level in the AuditorAppraiser series. Incumbents must have detailed knowledge of professional auditing and accounting principles and techniques prior to appointment. They receive training in provisions of Revenue and Taxation Code and other laws and regulations governing the valuation of personal property for tax assessment purposes. The AuditorAppraiser (Level I) performs auditappraisal work and responds to questions and complaints from the public working initially under close supervision and assuming more independent responsibility toward the end of the training period. After incumbents acquire skill are capable of functioning at the journey level and have met the minimum qualifications and Special Requirements for AuditorAppraiser (Level II) they are eligible for appointment to that level.
NOTE: The level at which initial appointments are made and advancement from the lower to the higher level of this class (Level I to Level II) is at the discretion of the appointing authority providing the minimum qualifications and special requirements are met.
NOTE: 9/80 and telework schedules may be available after completing probation. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities
Auditor Appraiser Level II
Knowledge of- Modern techniques principles and methods of auditing accounting and appraisal including computerbased accounting systems
- Factors which determine the value of business personal property and fixtures
- Provisions of the Revenue and Taxation Code Property Tax Rules State and Federal laws California State Board of Equalization regulations and other rules governing audit and appraisal of personal property for tax assessment purposes
- A variety of depreciation schedules market value guides and other tools for valuation of various forms of personal property such as boats general aviation aircraft office and manufacturing equipment and fixtures
- Prioritize tasks in order to meet deadlines and respond to changes
- Analyze a variety of manual and computerbased accounting systems and accurately identify and extract the information required for audit
- Analyze and interpret a variety of new and changing regulations and apply them to individual property tax situations
- Independently make timely and informed decisions regarding personal property appraisal matters within area of responsibility and expertise
- Explain property tax regulations and appraisal procedures to members of the public who have varying degrees of knowledge of accounting practices and of economic and legal requirements regarding appraisal
- Accept and respond effectively to hostility confusion or concern expressed by taxpayers attorneys and accountants
- Utilize computer programs and printouts effectively
- Make complex computations rapidly and accurately utilizing calculators computer terminals schedules market value guides and other tools and equipment
- Recognize problems discrepancies and incomplete data in financial documents and business property statements and determine appropriate actions
- Write clear concise and effective reports including audit narratives
- Analyze written appeals from taxpayers and write clear and appropriate responses for Exchange of Information process
Auditor Appraiser Level I
Knowledge of- Modern techniques principles and methods of auditing accounting and appraisal including computerbased accounting systems
Ability to- Interpret and apply complex written regulations to specific situations
- Accept and respond effectively to hostility confusion or concern expressed by taxpayers attorneys and accountants
- Make complex computations rapidly and accurately utilizing calculators computer terminals schedules market value guides and other tools and equipment
- Recognize problems discrepancies and incomplete data in financial documents and business property statements and determine appropriate actions
- Write clear concise and effective reports including audit narratives
- Prioritize tasks in order to meet deadlines and respond to changes
- Learn and apply provisions of the Revenue and Taxation Code Property Tax Rules State and Federal laws California State Board of Equalization regulations and other rules governing appraisal of personal property for tax assessment purposes
- Learn techniques of physical inspection and appraisal of a variety of types of equipment machinery and fixtures
- Learn to use market value guides and other tools for determining value of personal property
Employment Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education training and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities for this class as described above. Typical ways include:
AuditorAppraiser (Level II)
Either 1. One year of experience performing the duties of an AuditorAppraiser (Level I) in Sacramento County service.
Or 2. Graduation from an accredited fouryear college or university with specialization in accounting.AND
One year of professional experience in accounting personal property appraisal or in the auditing of business records for the purpose of personal property tax assessment.
AuditorAppraiser (Level I)
Graduation from an accredited fouryear college or university with specialization in accounting.
Note: The California Board of Equalization defines a specialization in accounting as a bachelors degree from an accredited institution of higher education with successful completion of one of the following:- 18 semester/quarter equivalent units in accounting and/or auditing. Business law and economic courses cannot contribute toward the 18 semester/quarter equivalent units; or
- 19 semester/quarter equivalent units of which 16 units must be accounting and/or auditing courses. 3 of the 19 units may be business law or economics.
Note: If the word experience is referenced in the minimum qualifications it means fulltime paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Parttime paid experience may be accumulated and prorated to meet the total experience requirements.
Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements please clickhereor speak to someone in our office before the cutoff date listed in this notice.
Special Requirements
Travel: Persons appointed to this class must be able and willing to travel for periods lasting up to four weeks at a time to destinations anywhere in the United States or Canada to conduct audits.
Certifications: Eligibility for either temporary or permanent certification as an appraiser by the California State Board of Equalization. The employee must acquire permanent certification as an auditorappraiser by the California State Board of Equalization within one year from the date of appointment or be removed from employment in this class. Failure to maintain the appropriate valid certification constitutes cause for suspension or termination from the class in accordance with Civil Service Commission Rules.
Note: The education and experience needed to obtain the certification occurs as part of your training once hired.
Driver License: All classes in this series require possession of or ability to obtain a valid California Drivers License Class C or higher before the date of appointment. Failure to maintain a valid California Driver License constitutes cause for suspension or termination from the class in accordance with Civil Service Commission Rules.
Special Skills:Some positions in the class of AuditorAppraiser may require a specific language skill and/or knowledge of a specific culture. Incumbents in AuditorAppraiser positions utilize these skills in explaining technical tax assessment matters to taxpayers and in explaining rights and responsibilities.Probationary Period
The probationary period for this classification is twelve(12)months.
Application and Testing Information
APPLICATION
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cutoff date. Clickhereto apply.
County of Sacramento
Department of Personnel Services
Employment Services Division
700 H Street Room 4667
Sacramento CA 95814
Phone (916); 711 California Relay Service
InterOffice Mail Code: 094667
- Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cutoff date.
- Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicants computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cutoff date.
- Your application should highlight all relevant education training and experience and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cutoff date.
- Application information must be current concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.
- A resume may be included with your application however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked Supplemental Questions. Please be descriptive in your response.
Note:Responses of See Resume or See Application or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.
- Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cutoff date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicants computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cutoff date.
- The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidates experience education and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification.
- Please provide place of employment pertinent dates and concise descriptive and detailed information for each question.
- If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely.
- Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question.
- If you have no experience write no experience for the appropriate question.
- For many individuals it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted.
- If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire the candidates application and/or attachments will not be reviewed therefore a candidates responses to the questions should be accurate thorough detailed and complete.
FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%)
All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cutoff date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination.
This examination will evaluate the relevance level recency progression and quality of candidates education training and experience. The candidates application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore the candidates responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job.
All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Clickherefor Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Employment Type
Full-Time
