Assessor Technician - Bisbee

Cochise County; Bisbee (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ASRS membership

Job summary

Cochise County seeks an Assessor Technician in Bisbee to perform office and clerical work related to property appraisal, deeds and assessor records. The position requires accuracy, organization and attention to detail in a busy office environment.

Under supervision, you will support parcel file maintenance, title changes and public assistance, with training provided for complex tasks. A valid Arizona driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Two years general clerical experience or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training which provides the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must successfully complete an "Introduction to Property Tax" course within twelve months of employment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Search records for information and disburse information; update and maintain parcel files, ownership, and records for appraisal section.
• Assist in identifying and resolving errors in legal descriptions and ownership; process instruments to complete splits or combinations of parcels.
• Train new employees in processing title changes; assist the public in using office microfiche and computer facilities.
• Answer incoming calls and manage forms, correspondence and documents; maintain cash control and accounts receivable.

Skills

cross-index filing methods

business English spelling

office practices and procedures

computer applications

Arizona property tax system

legal descriptions of property

use of Assessor's maps

fundamental assessment procedures

Job description

- BISBEE

CLASSIFIED: Position is subject to the provisions of the Merit System Rules pursuant to Arizona Law.

OPENS: Wednesday, July 8, 2026

CLOSES: Position is open until filled with applications reviewed upon receipt and may close at any time.

to include membership in the Arizona State Retirement System

PLEASE NOTE: This position requires a post offer, pre-employment background screening

ASSESSOR TECHNICIAN - BISBEE

ANTICIPATED RATE OF PAY: $16.82 to $23.07 hourly dependent upon qualifications, plus a comprehensive benefits package to include membership in the Arizona State Retirement System

NATURE OF WORK: Under close supervision, performs office and clerical work of moderate difficulty related to property appraisal, deed transfers and assessor property records; performs related work as required or assigned.

Essential Functions

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.

TYPICAL DUTIES: (Illustrative Only) Search records for information and disburse information; process documents to update and maintain parcel files, property ownership, and records for appraisal section; assist in identifying and resolving errors in legal descriptions and ownership; process appropriate instruments to complete splits or combination of parcels; train new employees in processing title changes; assist public in use of office microfiche and computer facilities; answer incoming calls; receive, sort, file and retrieve forms, correspondence and documents; maintain charge account records, cash control and accounts receivable; compile reports and summaries of work; update, check and complete records, forms and documents; operate a variety of office equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years general clerical experience; OR, an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training which provides the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities of this classification; must successfully complete an "Introduction to Property Tax" course within twelve (12) months of employment; must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license.

Knowledge Of

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• cross-index filing methods;
• business English spelling and arithmetic;
• office practices and procedures;
• computer applications;
• Arizona property tax system;
• legal descriptions of property;
• use of Assessor's maps;
• fundamental assessment procedures.

Skill in

• operating standard office equipment;
• operating word and data processing machines.

Ability To

• accurately transfer information from field notes;
• draw assessment parcels to scale;
• understand legal documents related to transfer and ownership of property;
• read and understand Assessor's maps;
• perform clerical tasks with speed, accuracy and understanding;
• make accurate mathematical computations;
• maintain records and prepare reports;
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public;
• follow written and verbal instructions;
• read, write and speak English;
• communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is primarily performed under direct supervision. Incumbent generally performs work in a typical office setting with appropriate climate controls.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting majority of time; walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met

Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem-solving skills are important

Reasonable accommodations will be made for those that are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Cochise County is an Equal Opportunity Employer