Appraiser Technician

Stanislaus County; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Stanislaus County Assessor's Office is seeking a full-time Appraiser Technician to support appraisers in daily tasks both in the office and in the field. The role emphasizes learning, attention to detail, and self-reliance, with work arising in both office environments and on-site inspections.

Responsibilities include data verification, field data collection, building records maintenance, and assisting with annual property statements under supervision. A valid CA driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Completion of 60 semester units of college coursework: the equivalent of an Associate of Arts degree.
• Completion of 30 semester units of college coursework and at least one and a half years of cumulative work experience in accounting, bookkeeping, auditing, cost estimating, construction, real estate sales, or working in an Assessor's Office in California.
• A minimum of three (3) years of cumulative work experience in the areas listed in Pattern II.
• In addition to these patterns, applicants must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Perform office work and field inspections of a para-professional nature in an appraisal unit of the Assessor's office and related or other work as required in accordance with Rule 3, Section 3 of the Civil Service Rules.
• Make public contact for the purpose of gathering field data; measure and draw residences, collect data on quality, age, condition, construction characteristics, lot size, and related site drawings.
• Review, verify, correct, and post value information submitted by property owners concerning personal property, leased equipment, construction costs, boats, and non-commercial aircraft.
• Assist with the processing of annual property statements.
• Verify accuracy of assessment data entered into computer files.
• Compare and proof information for completeness and correctness and adjust records.
• On-site inspections to identify characteristics like rooms, lot size, landscaping, and construction details.
• Prepare/update building records and scale drawings.

Skills

Basic mathematics

Geometry

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Apex

Data collection & analysis

Written & verbal communication

Field data gathering

Public interaction

Education

Associate of Arts degree or equivalent

30 semester units + 1.5 years related experience

3 years cumulative related work experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Apex

Job description

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The Stanislaus County Assessor's Office is looking for a full-time team member to assist with various tasks to support appraisers and/or auditor appraisers in their daily assignments. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, has an eye for detail, is self-reliant, and enjoys working both in the office and in the field. This recruitment is being conducted to fill a vacancy and to establish an eligibility list to fill future full-time vacancies.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

• Application Deadline: November 9, 2026
• Written Examination: November 12, 2026
• Oral Examination: Week of November 30, 2026

THE POSITION

The Appraiser Technician is assigned duties and responsibilities that directly relieve professional appraisal and/or auditor appraiser personnel of the more routine and standardized field and office functions. This classification works under immediate supervision and performs office and field duties designed to provide technical support for the appraisers. The Appraiser Technician is not authorized to make value conclusions for property tax purposes. Performs related duties as assigned.

• Perform office work and field inspections of a para-professional nature in an appraisal unit of the Assessor's office and related or other work as required in accordance with Rule 3, Section 3 of the Civil Service Rules;
• Makepublic contact for the purpose of gathering field data. This includes: (a) measuring and drawing new residences, additions, and miscellaneous structures; (b) collecting data on quality, age, condition, construction characteristics, lot size, drawing to scale; (c) field inspectionof businessand agricultural accounts;
• Under direction of the auditor-appraiser staff, review, verify, correctand postvalue information submitted by property owners concerning personal property, leased equipment, construction costs, boats, and non-commercial aircraft;
• Assist with the processing of annual property statements;
• Verify accuracy of assessment data entered into computer files;
• Compareand proofinformation for completeness and correctness and adjusts or corrects records;
• Performon-site inspections of properties to identify and record specific characteristics, such as number of rooms, lot size, landscaping, additions, construction detail, completion date, neighborhood attributes, condition and type of equipment;
• Prepareand/or update(electronic or hardcopy) building records and scale drawings;
• Gathersupport data and information (list prices, sales, costs, and economic data) from various sources for appraisers and auditor-appraisers;
• Useexisting cost tables to calculate replacement cost of new structures;
• Assistin processing building permits and plans;
• Maintainrecords and prepares reports;
• Prepare computer-assisted drawings;
• Routinely gathers plans, permits, and other documents from permitting and partner agencies;
• Respond to public inquiries in writing, in person, and by phone while referring technical, detailed, or interpretive questions to qualified staff; and
• Record and transmit data for value conclusion to be made by appraisers and/or auditor-appraisers.

KNOWLEDGE

• Basic mathematics and geometry; and
• Personal computer literacy - Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and Apex.

SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Lift, bend, stoop, reach overhead, push, pull, squat, twist, and turn;
• Learn to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, property records, legal property descriptions, the Revenue and Taxation Code and planning and zoning laws;
• Collect, assemble, tabulate and analyze data and make mathematical calculations;
• Make logical deductions from facts available;
• Perform arithmetic calculation involving computation of square feet of surface area, linear footage and acreage;
• Maintain records accurately and write concise reports;
• Travel to various work sites and carry records and office tools when performing field inspections;
• Answer questions from the public in a courteous manner both on the phone and in person;
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt to changing technology;
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, outside agencies and the public; and
• Follow instructions with minimum supervision.

We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

PATTERN I

• Completion of 60 semester units of college coursework: the equivalent of an Associate of Arts degree.

PATTERN II

• Completion of 30 semester units of college coursework and at least one and a half years of cumulative work experience in accounting, bookkeeping, auditing, cost estimating, construction, real estate sales, or working in an Assessor's Office in California.

PATTERN III

• A minimum of three (3) years of cumulative work experience in the areas listed in Pattern II.

In addition to these patterns, applicants must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License.

Proof of education may be required for verification purposes at the time of application. Applicants who are unable to submit proof must call 209-525-6496 to make other arrangements before 5 p.m. on the final filing date. Failure to submit proof or make other arrangements before the final deadline will result in disqualification.

This is a Veterans' Preference Program eligible job classification.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES / FINAL FILING DATE

Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

• Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
• Oral Examinations. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts.
• Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective six months but may be extended up to eighteen months.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Classification Information: Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Technical Services bargaining unit for labor relations purposes.

The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab.

Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County.

Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding).

RECRUITMENT ACCOMMODATIONS

Arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities and religious convictions. Applicants requiring testing accommodations are required to complete and submit the Testing Accommodations Request Form prior to the test administration date. Special arrangements for religious convictions should be included in the "Additional Information" section of the application form.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Pass County-paid pre-employment job-related background investigation.
• Perform job duties in a manner assuring a safe working environment for oneself and others.
• Maintain confidential information according to the legal standards and/or County regulations as required.
• Some positions may be required to possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License and meet County insurability requirements.
• Ability to understand and communicate in English sufficiently to safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the position.

APPLICATION AND/OR EXAMINATION APPEAL RIGHTS

Application and/or examination results may be appealed by applicants presenting facts alleging irregularity, fraud and/or error in application screening or in exam scoring. Appeals must be in writing and submitted to the Chief Executive Officer within seven (7) days after the examination results are emailed.

DISCLAIMER

Stanislaus County reserves the right to revise the examination plan described in this flyer to better meet the needs of County service. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The information contained in the bulletin is information which sets forth a general summary of benefits for this respective position. This information is not legally binding. The benefits and other information regarding this position may be found in the Stanislaus County Code, the Stanislaus County Personnel Policies manual, or in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding(s), and such information prevails over information contained in this flyer. Questions regarding this bulletin may be directed to the Stanislaus County Chief Executive Office/Human Relations.