Appraiser I

Placer County; Auburn (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Placer County is recruiting an Appraiser I to help value taxable real property for property tax purposes. This entry-level, training-focused position involves gathering and analyzing data, conducting field investigations, and using appraisal methods to establish values for new construction and property transfers.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, comfortable in both field and office settings, and eager to learn.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and analytical approach to data and valuations.
• Willingness to perform field investigations and data gathering.
• Ability to learn appraisal methods under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze data to value taxable real property.
• Conduct field investigations and appraisals for new construction and transfers.
• Apply appraisal methods under supervision to establish values.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical

Field & office adaptable

Eager to learn

Job description

The County of Placer is recruiting an Appraiser I to help value taxable real property for property tax purposes. In this entry-level, training-focused position, you will gather and analyze data, conduct field investigations, and use appraisal methods to establish values for new construction and property transfers. You will perform routine, less complex tasks under general supervision while building the skills and judgment needed to progress in the Appraiser series. Directly related experience is limited or not required.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, comfortable in both field and office settings, and eager to learn.

The eligible list established as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies in the Assessor's Office as they arise, subject to position-specific requirements.

Filing Deadline: October 28, 2026 at 5:00pm

Learn more at Assessor's Office.

Placer County is an equal opportunity employer.