Appraiser I

Assessor • Dublin, CA

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About The Position

The Appraiser I is a trainee-level position in the Alameda County Assessor’s Office. Under close supervision, the incumbent learns and performs real-property appraisal work and related duties. Newly appointed employees participate in a one-year program of classroom and on-the-job training in appraisal theory and practice, including replacement-cost, market, and income approaches to value. Training is intended to prepare employees for the California State Board of Equalization appraiser certification examination and for the duties performed at the Appraiser II journey level. Appraiser I employees are expected to learn the next-level duties and advance to Appraiser II after completing the training period, subject to obtaining permanent certification.

The Assessor’s Office identifies taxable property and its ownership, determines taxability and reappraisability, assesses real and personal property, applies legal exemptions, and provides the assessment roll to the Auditor’s Office. Its mission is to deliver timely and accurate appraisal services and fair, equitable treatment to Alameda County taxpayers.

Candidates must qualify for a temporary appraiser’s certificate under the applicable California requirements or possess a current, valid, permanent, inactive permanent, or temporary certificate. For appointees without the required certificate, continued employment depends on the State Board of Equalization accepting their qualifications and issuing a temporary certificate. Appointees without a permanent certificate must pass the permanent certification examination within twelve months of appointment; continued employment beyond that period and advancement to Appraiser II require permanent certification. A valid California motor vehicle operator’s license is also required. The role requires the ability to climb stairs and hills and distinguish red, blue, and green.

Requirements

• Meet one of the listed California qualifications for a temporary appraiser’s certificate: a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; or high school graduation/GED plus four years of qualifying relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and accredited higher education. Alternatively, possess a current, valid, permanent, inactive permanent, or temporary appraiser’s certificate issued by the California State Board of Equalization.
• Relevant experience, where used to qualify, must be within the last ten years and in a specified field: accountant-auditor, real-property appraiser, building-cost estimator, engineer, real-estate loan agent or underwriter, right-of-way agent, licensed building contractor, qualifying California-licensed real-estate licensee, Appraiser’s Aide or Appraiser Trainee, or certain other assessor’s-office/State Board of Equalization employment subject to the stated time limitation.
• For appointees without an existing qualifying certificate, continued employment is contingent on the State Board of Equalization accepting their qualifications and issuing a temporary certificate.
• Appointees without a permanent certificate must pass the State Board of Equalization permanent appraiser certification examination within twelve months of appointment; permanent certification is required for continued employment beyond that period and advancement to Appraiser II.
• Possess a valid California motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Ability to climb stairs and hills and distinguish between red, blue, and green.
• Ability to learn real-property appraisal theory, methodology, practices, and procedures for ad valorem tax purposes.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations, including arithmetic and plane geometry, and create and understand simple scale drawings.
• Ability to read and interpret Assessor’s maps and architectural building plans.
• Ability to analyze property-valuation data, draw logical conclusions, and keep accurate, detailed records.
• Ability to learn and use computers, peripherals, software, and networked information systems for appraisal and assessment data.
• Ability to prioritize assignments, meet deadlines, interview and elicit information, communicate effectively, follow instructions, work effectively with the public and coworkers, plan workload, and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform real-property appraisal duties under close supervision and in a training capacity.
• Participate in a one-year program of classroom and on-the-job training in appraisal theory and practice, including replacement-cost, market, and income approaches to value.
• Learn the duties of the Appraiser II classification and prepare for the California State Board of Equalization appraiser certification examination.
• Perform mathematical calculations, including arithmetic and plane geometry, and make and understand simple scale drawings of property and improvements.
• Read and interpret Assessor’s maps and architectural building plans.
• Assemble and analyze valuation data and draw logical conclusions for ad valorem property taxation.
• Maintain accurate, detailed records and use Assessor’s Office computers, equipment, software, and programs to work with appraisal and assessment data.
• Prioritize assignments, organize workload, and meet deadlines.
• Interview individuals and elicit information by telephone and in person.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing, follow instructions, and work effectively with the public and coworkers.
• Work independently when appropriate.

Benefits

• Medical HMO and PPO plans
• Dental HMO and PPO plans
• Vision coverage or vision reimbursement
• Basic and supplemental life insurance, with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Flexible spending accounts, including health, dependent care, and adoption assistance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, long-term care, hospital indemnity, and legal services
• Employee assistance program
• Defined benefit retirement pension plan
• Deferred compensation plan (457 or Roth)
• 12 paid holidays and floating holidays
• Vacation and sick leave accrual
• Vacation purchase program
• Catastrophic sick leave
• Pet insurance
• Commuter benefits and Guaranteed Ride Home
• Employee wellness programs, including fitness and gym membership discounts
• Employee discount program
• Child care resources
• 1st United Credit Union access

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level