Chief Appraiser (County Promotional)*

SAN-Bernardino-Count; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Modified Benefits Option (MBO) wage-d»

Job summary

San Bernardino County's Office of the Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk seeks a Chief Appraiser to lead divisions such as Valuations, Assessment Services, Appeals or Business Personal Property. This role involves directing a large team engaged in the appraisal of real and personal property for tax assessment purposes.

The incumbent may be assigned responsibility for specialized areas and will testify as an expert witness in matters before boards.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of full-time appraisal experience for assessment purposes with two (2) years in supervision.
• Three (3) years in commercial/industrial or personal property appraisal and auditing.
• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible appraisal experience including management level.
• Experience representing the Assessor at Assessment Appeal Board hearings.
• Completion of San Bernardino County MLA (Management & Leadership Academy).

Responsibilities

• Direct a large staff in the appraisal of real and personal property for tax assessment.
• Analyze and implement new legislation affecting appraisal and assessment.
• Appear on behalf of the Assessor as an expert witness in hearings.
• Develop and present training materials for staff.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Appraisal expertise

Training material development

Expert witness/testimony

Hearing representation

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/public administration, accounting, real estate, or comparable field

Advanced Appraiser's Certificate

Job description

This recruitment is only open to current San Bernardino County, Fire Protection District, or Special Districts employees who hold a regular, contract, extra-help, recurrent, Public Service Employee, Work Experience Program (WEX) or intern position. Former PSE, WEX, or interns are eligible to apply up to 6 months from the end of their assignment.

Your County employment must be clearly listed in your work history.

The Office of the Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk is seeking a Chief Appraiser to provide leadership and oversight within one or more key divisions of the office, which may include Valuations, Assessment Services, Appeals or Business Personal Property. This role involves managing a large team engaged in the appraisal of real and personal property for tax assessment purposes. The incumbent may be assigned responsibility for one or more specialized areas. Essential duties include directing a large staff in the appraisal of real and personal property for tax assessment purposes, analyzing and implementing new legislation, and appearing on behalf of the Assessor and testifying as an expert witness in appraisal and assessment matters.

For more detailed information, refer to the Chief Appraiser job description.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary ofBenefits Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Option(MBO) that provides a wage differential.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Travel: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Employees in this class may be required to use personal vehicles and show proof of automobile liability insurance.

Pre-Employment Process

Incumbents must pass a background investigation, including physical and drug screening, and verification of employment history.

CANDIDATES MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS

CERTIFICATE

Must possess an Advanced Appraiser's Certificate issued by the California Board of Equalization.

EXPERIENCE

Must possess five (5) years of full-time appraisal experience for assessment purposes in a California County Assessor's Office, which included two (2) years of full-scope supervisory experience. Appraisal experience must include three (3) years performing either commercial/industrial appraisals or personal property appraisals and auditing.

• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible appraisal experience in a California County Assessor's office that includes five (5) years of commercial/industrial appraisal experience along with two (2) years of management experience, equivalent to aPrincipal Appraiser with the County of San Bernardino.
• Experience representing the Assessor at Assessment Appeal Board hearings.
• Successful completion of the San Bernardino County Management & Leadership Academy (MLA).
• Experience developing and presenting training materials.
• Bachelor's degree in business/public administration, accounting, real estate, or comparable field.
• Advanced Appraiser's Certificate issued by the California State Board of Equalization.

Examination Procedure

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible, as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials.

EEO/ADA

San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation

If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans' Preference

Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information. (All Veterans Preference documentation (originals not required) must be submitted within 48 hours of submitting your application.)