Title Transfer Technician II

SAN-Bernardino-Count; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

San Bernardino County's Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk is recruiting Title Transfer Technicians II to assist staff with the most complex title transfers, exclusions, exemptions, and reappraisal calculations. This role also involves reviewing changes in ownership and explaining title transfer tax laws to the public.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to resolve inconsistencies while ensuring compliance with California Revenue and Taxation

Qualifications

• Must possess two (2) years of full-time equivalent work experience as a Title Transfer Technician in a California County Assessor's office.
• Must possess three (3) years of full-time equivalent work experience interpreting and explaining California Revenue and Taxation Code regarding change in ownership, exclusions, and/or exemptions of real property.

Responsibilities

• Assist subordinates with the most complex title transfers, exclusions, and exemption transactions, and with reappraisal calculations.
• Review and process complex changes in ownership, determine appropriate action, and explain title transfer property tax laws to staff and the public.

Job description

The office of the Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk is recruiting for Title Transfer Technicians II. This class is responsible for assisting subordinates with the most complex title transfers, exclusions, and exemption transactions, as well as with reappraisal calculations. Title Transfer Technicians II review and process complex change in ownerships, determine appropriate action to be taken in order to resolve inconsistencies in transfers, exclusions, and exemptions; and explain title transfer property tax laws, rules, and regulations to the staff and the general public.

For a more detailed description of job duties, refer to the Title Transfer Technician II job description.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review job-specific benefits, refer to Summary of Benefits and 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 may be required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
• Background: Candidates selected for this position must pass a background investigation and medical examination including drug screening; candidates selected for law enforcement departments, public safety positions, or positions where legally required, must pass a more stringent background check.
• Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

CANDIDATES MUST MEET ONE OF THE FOLLOWING OPTION REQUIREMENTS:

• Option 1: Must possess two (2) years of full-time equivalent work experience as a Title Transfer Technician in a California County Assessor's office.
• Option 2: Must possess three (3) years of full-time equivalent work experience interpreting and explaining California Revenue and Taxation Code regarding change in ownership, exclusions, and/or exemptions of real property.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

All work experience and education information must be clearly detailed and demonstrated on the application AND supplemental questionnaire to ensure qualifications are properly considered (resumes are not reviewed). All information must be current and up to date.

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.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 pm, Friday, August 28, 2026.

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 ACCOMPANIMENT

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 Policy. (All Veterans Preference documentation (originals not required) must be submitted within 48 hours of submitting your application.)

IMPORTANT DETAILS ABOUT THE EMPLOYMENT AND APPLICATION PROCESS

• Employment Hiring Process Information
• SBC LevelUp - The Hiring Journey
• Guide to Completing a County Job Application