Appraiser III

Assessor•Dublin, CA

About The Position

The Appraiser III works in the Alameda County Assessor’s Office, appraising commercial and industrial real property for ad valorem tax purposes. Under direction, the role collects and analyzes data, performs valuation analysis, and conducts field investigations and studies related to commercial and industrial property valuation. The position may also serve as an appraisal technical specialist, assisting with the development of Assessor’s standards, procedures, forms, and staff training methods. Appraisers III work independently in the field and office with minimal supervision, performing the full range of appraisal functions for land and improvements or supporting technical sections such as Assessor’s Standards and Training. Positions are assigned to the Appraisal Division or a technical section and report to Supervising Appraiser II crew leaders. The role is distinguished from Appraiser II by its focus on commercial and industrial rather than residential and rural property, and from Supervising Appraiser II by its lack of full supervisory responsibility for appraisal units.

Requirements

One of the following experience and education pathways: (1) equivalent of two years of full-time experience as an Appraiser II in the Alameda County Assessor’s Office; (2) equivalent of two years of full-time experience at the Appraiser II level in a California County Assessor’s Office or the California State Board of Equalization, including real property appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes; or (3) a four-year degree from an accredited college or university and three years of progressively responsible, full-time property appraisal experience for acquisition, loan, and/or tax purposes.
For the first or second experience pathway, possession of a current, valid permanent or inactive/permanent appraiser’s certificate issued by the California State Board of Equalization.
For the degree-and-experience pathway, eligibility to receive a temporary appraiser’s certificate from the State Board of Equalization upon hire; must pass the permanent certification examination and obtain a permanent certificate within one year of appointment.
For the degree-and-experience pathway, qualifying experience gained within the last ten years may substitute for the required education year-for-year, up to four years. Qualifying experience may include real estate appraisal, mortgage lending, title work, real property management, building construction, structural cost estimating, right-of-way work, or work as a real estate licensee buying, selling, leasing, or managing real estate.
Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
Ability to climb stairs and hills and distinguish red, blue, and green.
Knowledge of commercial and industrial real property appraisal theory, methods, practices, procedures, and principles for ad valorem tax purposes.
Knowledge of property values, economic trends affecting value, and costs of new construction.
Knowledge of techniques for estimating replacement or reproduction costs for residential, commercial, industrial, and special-purpose improvements.
Knowledge of real estate law, California constitutional and tax provisions, applicable administrative and property tax rules, Assessor’s Handbook appraisal sections, and local rules and regulations.
Ability to appraise all types of commercial and industrial real property for ad valorem tax purposes and estimate construction costs and depreciation.
Ability to assemble and analyze valuation data, draw logical conclusions, and analyze factors influencing commercial and industrial property values.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations, including arithmetic and plane geometry.
Ability to make and understand scale drawings, charts, and diagrams; read and interpret assessor’s maps and architectural plans.
Ability to prioritize assignments, meet deadlines, interview individuals, communicate effectively orally and in writing, follow instructions, work effectively with the public and co-workers, plan workload, and work independently.

Nice To Haves

Experience appraising income-producing properties is desirable.

Responsibilities

Collect and analyze data for appraisal of commercial and industrial real property.
Appraise commercial and industrial properties and perform real property valuation analysis for ad valorem tax purposes.
Conduct field investigations and studies pertaining to commercial and industrial real property valuation.
Assist as an appraisal technical specialist in developing Assessor’s standards and staff training procedures.
Perform appraisal functions for land and improvements independently in the field and office, or assist with development of procedures, forms, or training methods.
Maintain accurate, detailed records and organize workload to meet deadlines.

Benefits

Medical HMO and PPO plans
Dental HMO and PPO plans
Vision coverage or vision reimbursement
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Flexible spending accounts, including health, dependent care, and adoption assistance
Short-term 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 plan
Deferred compensation plan, including 457 or Roth options
Paid holidays and floating holidays
Vacation and sick leave accrual
Vacation purchase program
Catastrophic sick leave
Pet insurance
Commuter benefits program and Guaranteed Ride Home
Employee wellness programs and gym membership discounts
Employee discount program
Child care resources
Credit union access