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Form of workThe County of Yolo Assessor/Clerk-Recorder/Elections Department is recruiting to fill one (1) regular, full-time position in the Appraiser class series. The candidate selected will be assigned to the Appraiser I, II, or III level depending on their background and experience, and at the discretion of the hiring authority. The combinedsalary range for the Appraiser I - III class series is $59,738 - $89,856 annually.
Depending on the level of position placement, the selected candidate will perform increasingly complex duties, requiring specialized knowledge of appraisal methodology as it relates to valuing property for property tax purposes. The incumbent is expected to possess technical knowledge related to applicable computer technology and Revenue and Taxation Codes as well as perform tasks necessary to appraise real or personal property. This will include field inspections to measure and inventory property, interviewing real estate professionals, secure and analyze data for the appraisal of real and personal property, inputting data into the County's Automated Property Tax System (Megabyte) and defending value conclusions in appeal hearings, and maintaining cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work.
The ideal candidate for this position will be a highly motivated and reliable team player with strong interpersonal and organizational/ time management skills and work ethics.
How To Apply
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit an online County of Yolo Employment Application, resume, verification of education, and responses to the supplemental questions at the time of filing. For important and detailed information regarding the application and selection process for this recruitment, please see the APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS section of this job announcement.
Click herefor more information about the Appraiser I.Click hereto view the full class specification for Appraiser II.
Click here to view the full class specification for Appraiser III.Appraiser I
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering or a closely related field.
Substitution: Experience in an Assessor's Office performing responsible duties in the preparation of the Assessment Roll; real property management, mortgage lending, title work, and/or structural cost estimating may be substituted for two (2) years of the required education on a year-for-year basis. Experience in real estate sales or transfers will not be considered equivalent to the appraisal and valuation work referred to in this requirement.
Appraiser's Certificate: Must obtain temporary Appraiser's Certificate from the California State Board of Equalization within the first year of employment.
License: Positions in this classification require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver's license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering or a closely related field; AND
Experience: One (1) year of experience in an Assessor's Office performing property appraisal duties comparable to those of an Appraiser I; AND
Appraiser's Certificate: Possession of a valid Appraiser's Certificate issued by the California State Board of Equalization.
Substitution: Experience in an Assessor's Office performing responsible duties in preparation of the Assessment Roll; real property management, mortgage lending, title work, and/or structural cost estimating may be substituted for two (2) years of the required education on a year-for-year basis. Experience in real estate sales or transfers will not be considered equivalent to the appraisal and valuation work referred to in this requirement.
License: Positions in this classification require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver's license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.
Appraiser III
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or a closely related field; AND
Experience: Two (2) years of experience in an Assessor's Office performing property appraisal duties comparable to those of Appraiser II; AND
Appraiser's Certificate: Possession of a valid Appraiser's Certificate issued by the California State Board of Equalization.
Substitution: Experience in an Assessor's Office performing responsible duties in preparation of the Assessment Roll; real property management, mortgage lending, title work, and/or structural cost estimating may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Experience in real estate sales or transfers will not be considered equivalent to the appraisal and valuation work referred to in this requirement.
License: Positions in this classification require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver's license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.
For details on knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) for each level, please select following links:- Appraiser I - Click here.
- Appraiser II - Click here.
- Appraiser III - Click here.
Application Process
It is highly recommended that you print this job bulletin for future reference.
Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Application information must be current, concise, and related to the requirements in this job announcement. A resume may be included with your application; however, it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. Verification of education (official/unofficial transcripts or copy of diploma) must be attached to your application. Incomplete applications will be disqualified.
Additional documents may be submitted to the Yolo County Human Resources Department in any one or more of the following ways:
- As an attachment to the online application
- By e-mail to jobs@yolocounty.org
- By fax to (530) 666-8049
- By hand-delivery to 625 Court Street, Room 101, Woodland, CA 95695. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Human Resources is not responsible for the untimely delivery of materials sent via U.S./specialized mail, or County interoffice mail.
Selection Procedure
The selection process steps may change with or without notice. The following is a tentative schedule of events that will occur as part of the selection process.
- Screen for Minimum Qualifications
- Screening for Best Qualified
- Department Selection Interviews
- Reference Checks
- Conditional Job Offer, pending:
- Pre-Employment Exams
- Drug & Alcohol Screening
- Department of Justice LiveScan
- Pre-Employment Exams
- Confirmed Job Offer
- Estimated Start Date
Acceptable forms of educational documentation are official/unofficial transcripts or copy of diploma that list the student's name, institution name, field of study and date the degree was awarded. For recent graduates who have not received proof of their degree, a letter from the registrar's office stating that all requirements for graduation have been met and listing the field of study will be sufficient proof of graduation.
Please do not send originals; copies of the required documents are acceptable. Any submitted documents will not be returned.
All foreign transcripts or diplomas must be in English. If the institution does not provide these documents in English, the applicant will need to provide a translation which has been done by a professional agency. The County of Yolo will accept education as equivalent to U.S. accreditation from Institutions that are listed as members of the International Association of Universities. You may check for your school by visiting the IAU web site (https://www.iau-aiu.net/content/institutions).
Applicants who possess a degree or completed coursework that is not from an accredited college or university, must submit one of the following:
- A written statement from a U.S accredited university or college that states that the applicant is qualified for entrance to a program of graduate studies for which a degree in a related field is required.
- An evaluation of the applicant's degree and coursework equivalency by a private organization that provides foreign credential evaluation services. The evaluation must include a comparison of comparable U.S. courses for content, credit and grade.
Note: Foreign language documents must include a precise word-for-word English translation of all foreign language documents. It is the responsibility of each applicant to prove to the satisfaction of the County that the applicant meets the specific requirements listed on the job announcement for each specific examination. The following is a list of private organizations that provide foreign credential evaluation services. Fees range from $50 to $400 per document; processing times vary from 5-20 business days. For further information, please contact the organization(s). The County of Yolo does not endorse these business entities; this list has been developed for informational purposes only.
EDUCATIONAL RECORDS EVALUATION SERVICE
601 University Ave., Suite 127
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 921-0790
www.eres.com
FOREIGN EDUCATION DOCUMENT SERVICE
P.O. Box 151739
San Diego, CA 92175
(619) 265-5810
www.documentservice.org
CENTER FOR APPLIED RESEARCH, EVALUATION & EDUCATION, INC.
P.O. Box 18358
Anaheim, CA 92817
(714) 237-9272
www.iescaree.com
GLOBAL SERVICES ASSOCIATES, INC.
409 North Pacific Coast Highway, # 393
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
(310) 828-5709
www.globaleval.org
INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION RESEARCH FOUNDATION CREDENTIALS
EVALUATION SERVICE
P.O. Box 3665
Culver City, CA 90231-3665
(310) 258-9451
www.ierf.org
Screening for Best Qualified
The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant's education, training, and experience will be evaluated to determine those applicants that are best qualified.
Contact Information
For questions about the position or about employment with the County, please contact Human Resources by e-mail at jobs@yolocounty.org or by phone at (530) 666-8055.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of the County of Yolo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinance. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants.
Reasonable testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities or who are unable to attend a scheduled test due to religious reasons in accordance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call the County of Yolo Human Resources Office at (530) 666-8055 at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled test date to request accommodation. Documentation from a medical doctor, rehabilitation counselor, or other qualified professional will be required.
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