Chief Appraiser (County Promotional)*

The Job

This recruitment is only open to current San Bernardino County, Fire Protection District, or Special Districts employees who hold a regular, contract, extra-help, recurrent, Public Service Employee, Work Experience Program (WEX) or intern position. Former PSE, WEX, or interns are eligible to apply up to 6 months from the end of their assignment.


**Your County employment must be clearly listed in your work history.**

The Office of the Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk is seeking a Chief Appraiser to provide leadership and oversight within one or more key divisions of the office, which may include Valuations, Assessment Services, Appeals or Business Personal Property. This role involves managing a large team engaged in the appraisal of real and personal property for tax assessment purposes. The incumbent may be assigned responsibility for one or more specialized areas. Essential duties include directing a large staff in the appraisal of real and personal property for tax assessment purposes, analyzing and implementing new legislation, and appearing on behalf of the Assessor and testifying as an expert witness in appraisal and assessment matters.
For more detailed information, refer to the Chief Appraiser job description.

County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - DCAP Account - 529 Savings Plan - Short & Long TermDisability - Wellness Program - Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement
HEALTH BENEFITS PAID TIME OFF RETIREMENT PERKS
- Medical & Dental: Family Coverage
- Vision: Employee Coverage
- Premium subsidies
- Flexible Spending Account: Pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses - Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option
- Accruable sick leave
- 15 paid holidays
- Perfect Attendance Leave - Generous Pension
- 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
- Retirement Medical Trust Fund
- Retirement Reciprocity, dependent upon position assignment NOTE : You can review the job specific Benefit Summary by viewing the SB County Compensation Ordinance: Exempt Unit (non-elected)

The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Option (Download PDF reader) that provides a wage differential of 4% above the base salary rate with modified benefits.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Travel: Travel within and outside the State as well as throughout the County is required. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation within the County. A valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Mileage reimbursement at current IRS rate is available.

Pre-Employment Process: Incumbents must pass a background investigation, including physical and drug screening, and verification of employment history and education.

Visa Sponsorship: Please note, San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Minimum Requirements

Certificate: Possession of an Advanced Appraiser's Certificate issued by the California State Board of Equalization. (Attach a copy of the certificate to the application, or provide the certificate information in the Certificates and Licenses section of the application.)

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Experience: Five (5) years of full-time appraisal experience for assessment purposes in a California County Assessor's Office, which included two (2) years of full-scope supervisory experience. Appraisal experience must include three (3) years performing either commercial/industrial appraisals or personal property appraisals and auditing.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate's background for this position consists of a combination of education and experience commensurate with its responsibilities and includes:

• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible appraisal experience in a California County Assessor's office that includes five (5) years of commercial/industrial appraisal experience along with two (2) years of management experience, equivalent to a Principal Appraiser with the County of San Bernardino .
  
• Experience representing the Assessor at Assessment Appeal Board hearings.
  
• Successful completion of the San Bernardino County Management & Leadership Academy (MLA).
• Experience developing and presenting training materials.
• Bachelor's degree in business/public administration, accounting, real estate, or comparable field.
• Advanced Appraiser's Certificate issued by the California State Board of Equalization.
  

Selection Process

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in your Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include in your application and supplemental questions your experience in meeting the minimum requirements.

Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 PM, Friday, June 27, 2025. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.

If you require technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.


EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process guide .

Exempt Unit-Group C

The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

For a summary of benefits, please click here .

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .

Closing Date/Time: 6/27/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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