Property Transfer Specialist

County of El Dorado; Placerville (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)

CalPERS Retirement

Job summary

The County of El Dorado is hiring for a Property Transfer Specialist in Placerville, CA. Under supervision, you will review and analyze legal property documents, determine actions based on laws, and assist with ownership questions and transfers.

The role involves researching complex title changes, entering data into county systems, and maintaining detailed records. A background in property-related offices is preferred.

Qualifications

• Two years of increasingly responsible experience in an Assessor's office, Recorder's Office, or title company, or equivalent office experience working with legal descriptions and/or legal documents relating to real property.
• College level coursework in a related field is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Receives, reviews and verifies a variety of complex legal documents and records pertaining to property ownership changes and specialty transfers.
• Determines appropriate actions to be initiated based on applicable laws and regulations.
• Answers complex ownership questions from title companies, property owners or agents, attorneys or tax representatives.
• Resolves ownership questions and clarifies understanding of property transfers through probate proceedings and court determinations.
• Clarifies conflicting ownership issues by reviewing tax and estate planning provisions.
• Performs extensive research to determine the taxability status of complex title changes.
• Enters information into a computerized system with accuracy and applies proper codes.

Skills

Legal document handling

Property records

Education

College coursework in a related field

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.

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.

Opportunity

Under general supervision, receives, reviews and analyzes various legal property related documents to determine appropriate actions; answers questions from the public regarding the processing of various documents; analyzes and categorizes information gathered from property related documents and electronically enters appropriate data; maintains records and statistics related to property documents.

Selected Candidates Will Have The Opportunity To

• Receives, reviews and verifies a variety of complex legal documents and records pertaining to property ownership changes and specialty transfers; determines appropriate actions to be initiated based upon applicable laws and regulations.
• Makes change of ownership determinations based on taxpayer response to various discovery documents.
• Answers complex and technical ownership questions from title companies, property owners or their agents, attorneys or tax representatives, and other interested parties; prepares correspondence to answer questions when appropriate.
• Resolves ownership questions and clarifies understanding of property transfers through probate proceedings and court determinations as they relate to various beneficial interest conveyances and proportional interest transfers.
• Clarifies conflicting ownership issues by reviewing and evaluating various elements of tax and estate planning device provisions.
• Performs extensive research to determine the taxability status of complex title changes.
• Analyzes and applies Revenue and Taxation Codes in relation to change of ownership.
• Answers questions from the public regarding changes to property ownership and specialty transfers; explains the application of the Government Code, Revenue and Taxation Code or other statutes and regulations.
• Enters a variety of information into a computerized system with a high degree of accuracy; determines and applies proper codes and initiates transactions.
• Maintains logs, files and statistical information pertaining to processed legal documents and records.
• Verifies, reconciles, and balances computer input documents against computer reports, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Performs general office support work, including filing, operation of standard office equipment and operation of computer equipment and a variety of software.

Education & Experience Requirements

Two years of increasingly responsible experience in an Assessor's office, Recorder's Office, or title company, or equivalent office experience working with legal descriptions and/or legal documents relating to real property at a level equivalent to the County's class of Assessment Technician II. College level coursework in a related field is desirable. (typing "See Resume" in application will not be accepted)

NOTE: The above qualifications are typically accepted ways of obtaining the required knowledge and skills.

Additional Information

The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Property Transfer Specialist. 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

• One (1) full time vacancy 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.

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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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

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.

Below is a comprehensive benefit summary based on full-time, regular employment for the bargaining unit to which this classification is assigned. Revised 1/2025, valid until modified by successor MOU or negotiated agreement.