Appraiser I / II

This listing closes on 10 / 14 / 2025 at 11 : 59 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana.

Employer

County of Marin

Salary

$79,209.00 - $100,444.50 Annually

Location

San Rafael, CA

Job Type

Full Time, Regular

Job Number

035A-0358-25-07

Department

Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk

Opening Date

09 / 30 / 2025

Closing Date

10 / 14 / 2025 at 11 : 59 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana

Vacancies

Weekly Schedule

37.5 Hours

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The County of Marin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons of color, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and adults of all ages are strongly encouraged to apply.

Individuals with Disabilities

If you are a person with a disability and are unable to complete an online application or require an accommodation to participate in a recruitment, you must contact Human Resources at least five work days in advance of the testing step or interview. Please contact the Human Resources Staffing Division at (415) 473-2126 (CRS DIAL 711) .

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ABOUT US

At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people "I work for the County of Marin." Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website . Read on to find out more about this opportunity.

The Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk Department (ARCC) assesses value of taxable property; records and maintains documents for property ownership, births, deaths, and marriages; performs civil ceremonies; and processes marriage licenses, fictitious business names and other legal documents. Our department provides a great opportunity to pursue work that balances interaction with the public alongside problem-solving and highly detailed regulatory work.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Flex recruitment :

There are currently 3 Full-Time, Regular Hire Appraiser I / II vacancies in the ARCC Department, Real Property Division. Candidates will be considered for the level for which they meet minimum qualifications.

Please note :

We are also recruiting for a vacancy in the position of Appraiser Aide. If you are interested in working in the Appraisal and Assessment field, you are welcome to submit applications for both Appraiser I / II and Appraiser Aide. There is no penalty for submitting applications to both recruitments. However, you must submit a separate application to the Appraiser Aide recruitment to be considered for the Appraiser Aide level.

Appraisers perform a full range of market appraisals of residential, commercial, industrial, recreational, agricultural and rural properties using data collection and analysis methods. They are required to understand and provide, with a high degree of accuracy, assessment information to property owners, builders, real estate brokers, governmental agencies, residents and the public. They also assist in preparing information for Assessment Appeals Board presentations.

The Appraiser I is the entry level class in this series and initially works under close supervision. The Appraiser II is the journey level class in the series and works independently to perform the full range of market appraisals for a variety of real property and improvements.

Other duties for both levels include :

Work Location :

Work for this position is performed at the Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk's Offices in San Rafael and other County campuses. Additionally, appraisal work includes field visits to properties throughout Marin County.

ABOUT YOU

Our Highly Qualified Candidate has both appraisal experience and excellent interpersonal skills. They can interpret, uphold, and explain, with a high degree of accuracy and courtesy, complex rules, regulations, codes, and laws related to property valuation appraisal and tax assessment to a variety of audiences. Technical proficiency using databases and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook), the ability to quickly conduct mathematical calculations and utilize specialized software for appraisal work is highly desirable. Additionally, the highly qualified candidate :

For the Appraiser II level, the ideal candidate possesses an Appraiser certificate issued by the California State Board of Equalization or an Appraiser license issued by the Bureau / Office of Real Estate Appraisers and has a strong working knowledge of the California Revenue and Taxation Code as it relates to the appraisal of property. QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of :

Ability to :

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

Appraiser I Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; OR equivalent to a high school diploma and four years of relevant experience; OR any combination of higher education and relevant experience totaling four years. When fewer than four years of education from an accredited institution of higher education are used to meet the minimum qualifications, the number of qualifying years will be determined by the number of units in which passing grades were received. One year of education consists of either 30 semester units or 45 quarter units. Relevant Experience means employment experience within the last ten years in any of the following occupations :

Appraiser II One year of experience equivalent to an Appraiser I which demonstrates proficiency of the knowledge and abilities listed below. Appraiser I and II Certificates and Licenses : Permanent appraiser certification issued by the California State Board of Equalization must be obtained within one year of appointment and must be maintained as required by the California Board of Equalization Article 8.671.a as a condition of continued employment. Possession and maintenance of a valid California class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving history as obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

For any questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Stephen Schoengarth, Human Resources Analyst, at 415-473-6946.

All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view these emails.

Testing and Eligible List : Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active. Disaster Service Workers : All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). 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 Employer : If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095.

PLEASE NOTE : The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%. COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS : GENERAL Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage . Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units. Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more. Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org. IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees. For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.

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Please select which statement best describes the level of education and coursework that you have completed. Note : The Education sections of your application must reflect your responses to questions 1-2.

02

If you selected Option 3 from Question 1, please provide the following information for all coursework completed, with a passing grade, from an accredited college or university. Please include :

If you selected Option 1, 2, or 4, please type "N / A" in the space below.

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QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE (APPRAISER I / II) Please select any statement or statements which best describe your relevant experience within the last ten years. Check all that apply. Note : The Experience sections of your application must reflect your responses to questions 3-4.

04

Based on your selection from Question 3, please describe your experience and include the following information :

If you do not possess any of the experiences listed in Question 3, please type "N / A" in the space below.

05

QUALIFYING CERTIFICATES & LICENSES (APPRAISER I / II) Note : The certificates & Licenses sections of your application must reflect your responses to questions 5-8. Please indicate which certificates and licenses you currently possess (check all that apply) :

06

If you possess any of the licenses listed in Question 5, please provide the following :

If you do not possess any of the certificates / licenses listed in Question 5, please type "N / A" in the space below.

07

If you do not possess the appraiser permanent certification from the California State Board of Equalization, will you be able to obtain it within one year of appointment, including successfully passing all applicable exams, and to maintain it for the duration of your employment with the County of Marin?

08

Some or all positions in this classification may require travel between various County and related business locations. Employees who drive on County business to carry out job-related duties must possess a valid California driver's license for the class of vehicle driven and meet automobile insurability requirements of the County including review of a recent DMV history. If a driver's license is required, at the time of the selection interview by the appointing authority, applicants will have to furnish a recent DMV driving record. Do you possess a valid California Class C driver's license OR are you able to obtain a California Class C driver's license at the time of appointment, including meeting automobile insurability requirements of the County along with furnishing a recent DMV driving record? (California DMV information)

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ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Select the one box that best describes your proficiency using Microsoft Excel or comparable software. If invited to interview, you may be required to demonstrate your proficiency using Microsoft Excel.

Employer

County of Marin

Address

3501 Civic Center Drive Room 124 San Rafael, California, 94903

Phone

415 473-2126

Website

https : / / www.hr.marincounty.gov / our-divisions / join-our-team