Appraiser
Salary: Appraiser I (#0510)
$20.91-$25.52 hourly / $3,636-$4,439 monthly / Range: 5428
Appraiser II (#0511)
$23.80-$29.06 hourly / $4,139-$5,053 monthly / Range: 5688
Appraiser III (#0512)
$26.04-$31.78 hourly / $4,528-$5,528 monthly / Range: 5868
DEFINITION: Under supervision (I), or direction (II/III),
performs a variety of skilled work in the appraisal of real and
other property for tax assessment purposes; and performs related
duties as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Appraiser I is the
entry-level class in the flex series. Appraiser II is the
journey-level class and incumbents are expected to have gained a
working level of knowledge and experience in property appraisal of a
specific property type. Appraiser III is the advanced journey-level
class and incumbents are expected to perform appraisals on all
property types.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: All Levels:
- Investigates and gathers data required for determining the
market value of personal property, land, and improvements;
interprets and applies the California Revenue and Taxation Code,
Property Tax Rules, and the State of California Constitution as
they apply to chain of title and property valuation; and prepares
reports on facts pertinent to the determination of ownership or
market value.
- Inspects interiors and exteriors of buildings and other
structures for property tax assessment and valuation; prepares
scale drawings of improvements; explains assessment procedures and
determinations of value from assessment records and maps; and
determines appraisability of ownership transfers for real property
and leasehold interests through chain of title investigation and
research.
- Investigates and analyzes data in the research of title or in
appraisal of land, improvements, and personal property for
property tax purposes; and performs appraisals on specific
property types which may include commercial, residential,
agricultural, and/or research of property ownership records.
- Explains chain of title, appraisal procedures, and California
Revenue and Tax code sections and rules to taxpayers.
- Determines through chain of title investigation and research
of recorded and unrecorded title transfer documents for real
property and leasehold interests whether changes in ownership will
result in appraisal; and prepares and presents assessment appeals.
Appraiser I:
- Receives on-the-job training and formal course work in
property appraisal; and learns to perform cost, market, and income
appraisals.
- Learns to interpret and apply the California Revenue and
Taxation Code and the State of California Constitution as they
apply to property valuation and chain of title.
Appraiser II:
- Performs appraisals on a specific property type that may
include commercial, residential, or agricultural; and researches
and determines chain of title.
- Performs cost, market, and income appraisals; calculates
areas, interviews owners, contractors, real estate agents, and
others regarding building costs and resale values; conducts
geometrical measurements of property and improvements; and
investigates complex title issues involving legal entities,
leasehold interests, and unrecorded documents.
Appraiser III:
- Performs appraisals on all types of property including
commercial, residential, and agricultural; and researches and
determines the most complex chains of title.
- Provides training to staff; assigns, reviews, and approves
work of less experienced appraisers; performs and assists other
appraisers with more difficult appraisals; and confers with County
Counsel and the State Board of Equalization to determine
appraisability and percentage of ownership change.
- Assists in the creation and maintenance of databases.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
Appraiser I:
- Possession of a bachelor’s degree; or,
- four years of experience performing duties equivalent to an
Appraiser Aide with the County of Santa Barbara; or,
- a combination of training, education, and experience that is
equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and
that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
Note: Applicants for Appraiser I are not required to
possess a valid appraiser’s certificate at time of application;
however, selectees for employment must obtain a temporary
appraiser’s certificate issued by the California State Board of
Equalization upon appointment to the Appraiser I class. As a
condition of continued employment, Appraiser I appointees must
obtain a valid appraiser’s certificate issued by the State Board of
Equalization within one year of appointment.
Additional Qualifications: Some positions may require a
valid California Class C Driver’s License.
Knowledge of: mathematics, including arithmetic and
geometry; English grammar and usage; and computer applications,
including current word-processing, spreadsheet, and data base
programs.
Ability to: learn the factors involved in the valuation
and assessment of land, improvements, and personal property; gather
and analyze data for appraisal purposes and make appropriate
determinations; make accurate calculations; understand and follow
rules and instructions; read and interpret procedures, laws and
regulations; keep accurate records; draw sketches of improvements to
scale; maintain impartiality and objectivity; determine percentages
of transferable interests on deeds for tax purposes; understand
legal descriptions and complex legal documents; interpret corporate
lease agreements and trust documents; investigate facts affecting
real property and chain of title; read and interpret blueprints, and
property descriptions; accept and promote suggestions,
recommendations, and process improvements; accept accountability and
responsibility of work product and job performance; communicate
effectively both orally and in writing; and establish and maintain
effective working relationships.
Appraiser II: Possession of valid appraiser’s certificate
issued by the California State Board of Equalization, with current
training units and:
- one year of experience appraising real property for tax
assessment purposes; or,
- one year of experience performing duties equivalent to the
class of Appraiser I with Santa Barbara County; or,
- a combination of training, education, and experience that is
equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and
that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
In addition to the knowledge and abilities listed for I
level:
Knowledge of: the California Revenue and Taxation code, laws,
rules, and regulations pertaining to the appraisal of taxable
properties for assessment purposes; principles and practices of
appraising property using cost, market, and income approaches;
building construction, including materials, workmanship, cost, and
quantities; and actors involved in the valuation of land,
improvements, and personal property.
Ability to: gather and analyze data for appraisal purposes
using the cost, market, and income approaches to appraisal; analyze
complex information; and develop a broad base of knowledge and
expertise that may include different types of property and/or
multiple areas in the Assessor’s office.
Appraiser III: Possession of valid appraiser’s certificate
issued by the California State Board of Equalization, with current
training units and:
- three years of experience appraising real property for tax
assessment purposes, including residential, commercial, and
agricultural property; or,
- two years of experience performing duties equivalent to an
Appraiser II with Santa Barbara County; or,
- a combination of training, education, and experience that is
equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and
that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
In addition to the knowledge and abilities listed for I/II
levels:
Knowledge of: all principles and practices of residential,
commercial, and agricultural property assessment and chain of title
research.
Ability to: apply a broad base of knowledge and expertise
that includes different property types and/or multiple
areas/functions in the Assessor’s office. |
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