Job Description
Salary : $4,419.24 - $5,922.21 Monthly
Location : Weaverville, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202400005
Department: Clerk Recorder / Assessor / Elections Office
Opening Date: 09/05/2024
Closing Date: 9/20/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Definition Under supervision, to learn the methods and procedures used in gathering and analyzing data for the appraisal of real, business, and personal property; to assist with making field investigations, studies, and appraisals of residential, commercial, and farm properties; to assist with audits and analysis of business financial records, and to do related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the entry and training level in the Appraiser class series. Incumbents often work under the guidance of other Assessors staff until they become familiar with the Assessors Office methods, procedures, and policies. After some knowledge and experience has been gained, easier and more routine job assignments are given to positions in this class. When an incumbent has demonstrated substantive knowledge of Assessors procedures and policies, sound work habits, and gained proper certification, they may expect promotion to the next higher level of Appraiser II.
Examples of Important and Essential Duties REPORTS TO Chief Appraiser
CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED None.
EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.) Learns to conduct investigations and analyze data in determining the value of residential, commercial, small commercial, and homogeneous farm properties for tax assessment purposes; learns to examine and audit accounting records, financial records, tax returns, and other documents in connection with the appraisal of business and personal property; assists with the analysis of depreciation reserves and fixed asset accounts to evaluate depreciation methods and the appropriateness of depreciation reserves for valuation purposes; assists with analysis and evaluation of personal property, such as boats and aircraft for tax assessments; assists with the preparation of defenses and new analyses for challenged appraisals; assists with inspections and inspects building improvements and changes to determine the effect on property value; inspects exterior and interior of buildings to determine classifications according to standards and examples set forth in appraisal manuals; learns to analyze and determine the quality of materials, fixtures, equipment, and general construction in buildings; measures buildings and computes both total area and improved areas; estimates replacement costs, construction costs, resale value, and other pertinent factors affecting property values; learns to utilize proper judgment in arriving at consistent, equitable appraisals for tax assessment purposes; records factual data and comments on appraisal forms; prepares scale drawings of the location of buildings and improvements in relation to property lines; sketches maps to assist with field locations; assists with the preparation of reports; performs the more routine appraisal assignments on an independent basis as job experience is gained.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; ability to walk in uneven terrain; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, and FAX. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in both an office and outdoor environments; continuous contact with staff and the public.
Desirable Qualifications Knowledge of : Basic principles of land economics.
General knowledge of property appraisal principles.
General knowledge of principals involved in the appraisal of business and personal property.
Accounting and auditing principles and procedures.
Ability to : Learn and apply the techniques, methods, and principles of real, business, and personal property appraisal.
Assemble and analyze statistical and narrative information.
Prepare and maintain records and reports.
Make mathematical calculations quickly and accurately.
Speak and write effectively.
Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
Maintain effective communications and good relations with the public.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
Training and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Completion of formal advanced educational training in accounting, auditing, business administration or a related field; or, completion of some responsible work experience in accounting, appraising, engineering assistance, building cost estimating, construction material buying, or managing or selling real estate.
Special Requirements : Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License.
Incumbents have one year from the date of appointment in this class to obtain a valid Appraiser's Certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization.
The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of Trinity assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a meet and confer process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect . EOE To learn more, visit our s page to view the related classifications bargaining units information.
Job Tags
Full time, Contract work, Work experience placement, Outdoor,