Appraiser I/II/Sr

County of El Dorado; Placerville (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

County of El Dorado's Office of the Assessor, Appraisal Division, is hiring for Appraiser I/II/Sr. Appraiser in Placerville, CA. Responsibilities include appraising diverse property types, conducting field inspections, and communicating with property owners to determine fair value.

Candidates must meet California BOE certification requirements with progressive experience for higher ranks; a valid driver’s license and related certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Must meet education/experience criteria for Permanent Certification per California BOE Rules.
• One year of varied property appraisal experience required for Appraiser II.
• Two additional years of journey level appraisal for Sr. Appraiser; advanced certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Appraise industrial, commercial, residential and/or agricultural properties for taxation purposes.
• Conduct field inspections and verify property data.
• Interview property owners and review maps and photos to determine value.
• Apply Revenue and Taxation codes to assess taxable value for annual rolls.

Skills

Property appraisal

Field inspection

Interview property owners

Map interpretation

Education

Permanent Certification (BOE Rule 283)

State BOE appraiser certificate

Advanced appraiser certificate

Job description

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.

Description

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.

Selected Candidates Will Have The Opportunity To

• Appraise industrial, commercial, residential and/or agricultural properties, and/or other real and personal for taxation purposes.
• 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.
• Act as information source to property owners and other interested parties at the public counter and over the telephone; explain appraisal and appeal procedures to the taxpayers.
• Compile and organize Assessor Office records for presentation at Board of Equalization hearings; attend and participate in such hearings.
• Apply the Revenue and Taxation code to determine taxable value for annual and supplemental rolls.

For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description here.

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 at time of application.

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.

Sr. 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 on the depth and breadth of experience with complex commercial, industrial and agricultural appraisals.

Other 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.

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.

We Are Currently Recruiting For The Following

• Two (2) full time vacancies in the Assessor's Office located in Placerville, CA.

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 five (5) 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.

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The County of El Dorado participates in the E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. If hired, the information you provide on your Form I-9 will be used to verify your authorization to work in the United States.

Learn More

• E-Verify Notice of Participation
• Right to Work

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)
• County sponsored Wellness program
• 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
• Personal and bereavement leave

Revised 1/2025, valid until modified by successor MOU or negotiated agreement.

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.