Appraiser I–Sr: Real Property Valuation & Field Expert

County of El Dorado; Apex (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework opportunities

Job summary

County of El Dorado is seeking Appraiser I/II/Sr to appraise industrial, commercial, residential and agricultural properties for tax purposes. You will analyze data, conduct field inspections, interview owners, and review maps to determine fair value, with progression through certification requirements.

Candidates must obtain a valid appraiser certificate within one year, and may advance with experience and advanced certification. Telework may be available per policy.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

County of El Dorado is seeking Appraiser I/II/Sr to appraise industrial, commercial, residential and agricultural properties for tax purposes. You will analyze data, conduct field inspections, interview owners, and review maps to determine fair value, with progression through certification requirements.

Candidates must obtain a valid appraiser certificate within one year, and may advance with experience and advanced certification. Telework may be available per policy.