Appraiser - I
This position involves appraising residential, commercial, agricultural, and other types of property for ad valorem tax purposes by conducting field inspections, analyzing market data, and estimating property values. Duties include determining values for new constructions, ownership changes, and construction in progress, as well as correcting assessment errors and preparing reports. The role requires regular communication with property owners and collaboration with colleagues, while also staying updated on relevant laws, valuation methodologies, and market trends. Additionally, the appraiser may represent the office in appeal hearings and occasionally act on behalf of a supervisor.
Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Either:
Experience: No experience required.
Training: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Or:
Experience: Four (4) years experience within the last ten (10) years as an Accountant, Auditor, Real Property Appraiser, Building Cost Estimator, Engineer, Real Estate Loan Agent, Real Estate Loan Underwriter, Right-of-Way Agent, licensed Building Contractor, Real Estate Licensee that is licensed by the California Department of Real Estate and engaged in buying, selling, leasing or managing real estate, Appraiser Aide or Appraiser Trainee in an Assessor's Office of the Board of Equalization's Property Tax Department or performing duties similar to an Appraisal Technician II with Placer County.
Training: Training must be consistent with the requirements of Property Tax Rule 283 of the Revenue and Taxation Code or the Successor section.
Required License or Certificate:
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver's license. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.
- Possession of a valid Appraiser's Certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization must be obtained within six months from date of hire. Failure to obtain this certificate will be cause for termination of employment in this class.