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  • Principal Appraiser

    Martinez, California United States Contra Costa County, CA Full Time $140,521.78 - $179,879.77 Annually May 02, 2025
    Contra Costa County Human Resources Department Employer:

    Contra Costa County, CA

    The County of Contra Costa, California was incorporated in 1850 as one of the original 27 counties of the State of California, with the City of Martinez as the County Seat.  Contra Costa County is home to more than one million residents. Comprised of 19 cities and many established communities in the unincorporated area, it is the ninth most populous county in the state. The most notable landmark in the county is Mount Diablo, rising 3,849 feet at the northern end of the Diablo Range. It is the centerpiece of Mt. Diablo State Park, one of many recreation areas residents and visitors can enjoy. The East Bay Regional Park District is comprised of more than 100,000 acres within 65 parks, including more than 1,200 miles of trails. Our Mission: Contra Costa County is dedicated to providing public services which improve the quality of life of our residents and the economic viability of our businesses. Our Vision: Contra Costa County is recognized as a world-class service organization where innovation and partnerships merge to enable our residents to enjoy a safe, healthy and prosperous life. Our Values: Contra Costa County serves people, businesses and communities. Our organization and each one of our employees value: Clients and communities Accountability Partnerships Fiscal prudence Quality Services Organizational excellence   Featured Image by My Nguyen- Miller Knox Regional Shoreline (2019)

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    Job Description

    The Position

    Why Join the Contra Costa County Assessor’s Office?
    Contra Costa County is one of the largest employers in the area offering multiple career opportunities in public service. The Contra Costa County Assessor’s Office discovers and assesses all property within the County; produces and delivers an assessment roll by July 1 of each year; values all real property; audits all entities doing business in the County and values all taxable personal property; establishes and maintains a set of 12,800 maps for assessment purposes; delineates every parcel of land in the County; and provides a public information service to assist taxpayers with questions about property ownership and assessment.

    This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) Principal Appraiser vacancy.

    We are looking for someone who is:
    • Professional with outstanding integrity and ethics, who displays honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
    • A collaborator who works well in a team environment
    • Able to effectively prioritize workloads and manage multiple projects with various deadlines
    • Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
    • Positive and has a strong work ethic

    What you will typically be responsible for:
    • Overseeing a division of the Assessor’s Office
    • Assisting with the creation and development of County appraisal policies
    • Advising and assisting, directly and indirectly, in the supervision of office staff
    • Researching, analyzing data, and preparing reports and presentations
    • Reviewing processes and workflows within a division and implementing changes to improve efficiency and quality

    A few reasons you might love this job:
    • The work environment is supportive and collaborative
    • You will have an opportunity to mentor others, making an impact on their professional growth
    • Your work will have a direct impact on the community

    A few challenges you might face in this job:
    • You will work in a fast-paced, and sometimes stressful environment
    • You will need to be knowledgeable of regulatory changes from local, state, and federal agencies
    • Sometimes taxpayers and/or representatives can be difficult to work with

    Read the complete job description at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta/classspecs/4253 .

    The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.

    Minimum Qualifications

    License Required: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of state valid motor vehicle operator's license will be accepted during the application process.

    Certificate: Possession of a valid Appraiser's Certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization.

    Experience: Five (5) years of full-time or its equivalent experience in appraising real and/or personal property in a California County Assessor's Office, or in a state or federal agency in California responsible for appraising property, at least two (2) years of which must have been at the level of Supervising Appraiser or Supervising Auditor-Appraiser in Contra Costa County

    Selection Process

    Application Filing and Evaluation: Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process. Remote Oral Board Interview: Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications will be invited via email to complete a remote oral board interview. The assessment will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the job. In the assessment, candidates must achieve an average passing score of 70% or higher on each of the competencies and an overall passing score of 70% or higher. These may include any of the competencies listed in the above job description. (Weight 100%)
    Tentative Recruitment Timeline

    Remote Oral Board Interview: 5/21/2025-5/26/2025

    The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

    For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Alex Johnson at Alex.Johnson@hrd.cccounty.us. For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.

    CONVICTION HISTORY

    After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources Department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

    DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

    All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

    It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

    To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

    Closing Date/Time: 5/8/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
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