APPRAISER I

Position Description

FINAL FILING DEADLINE: Sunday, June 28, 2026

EXAM#: 26/28A02/06CC

The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans’ preference points for this recruitment. To learn more about the eligibility requirements and the process, be sure to read the Hiring Preference for Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses section located towards the end of this job flier.

The Assessor's Office has the responsibility to locate all taxable property in the County and to identify ownership, establish value, and apply all legal exemptions to the property. We are committed to establishing fair and accurate assessed property values and to providing excellent customer service to property owners and the public at large. Appraisers typically have a territory and are able to work independently, both in the office setting and in the field.

The Appraiser series is found only in the Assessor's Office and is responsible for real property appraisals for tax assessment purposes.

Appraiser I is the entry-level classification in the series, performing the more routine duties involved in the appraisal and assessment of real property for ad valorem tax purposes. Employees in this class receive substantial training initially, and perform routine field work. As knowledge and skills are gained they advance to more independent and responsible valuation of property for assessment purposes.

Typical schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00pm and is located in Monterey County.

The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used County-wide to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis.

This classification is part of a flexible series. Incumbents appointed at the lower level of the career series may be promoted up to the higher level of the career series subject to their meeting the employment standards for the higher class and a recommendation for their promotion by the appointing authority.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Pays attention to details.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Asks questions to seek understanding.
• Is a self-starter.
• Is flexible.
• Is honest and ethical.
  
  

A few reasons you might love this job:

• You will work in a dynamic environment with others who have strong values and integrity.
• You will have lots of interaction with your peers and the public.
• You will be challenged to read and understand the various methods real property can be valued for tax purposes.
• You will receive extensive training to understand and apply the various methods real property can be valued for tax purposes.
• You will provide a vital service that supports the mission of the County.
  
  

A few challenges you might face with this job:

• You may experience difficulty understanding and applying the various methods real property can be valued for tax purposes.
• You will need to work with some taxpayers who are difficult and/or dissatisfied.
  
  

Examples of Duties

• Performs the more routine duties involved with appraisals and assessments of real property
• Assists in making economic and cost studies of real property; makes and verifies computations involved in cost estimating and appraising.
• Studies, measures, plots and describes construction characteristics of residential, commercial, and farm buildings; classifies them as to use, character of construction, and quality of construction.
• Answers taxpayers’ questions about specific appraisals and the appraisal/assessment process.
• Prepares reports and forms on information acquired in the field to make determinations of tax assessments and to update assessment records and charts.
• Assembles and analyzes sales and income data relating to real property; estimates construction costs and depreciation.
• Interviews owners, real estate agents, independent appraisers and others to obtain information, such as terms and conditions of sales, and other related data to determine values of real property and develop comparable sales information.
  
  

To view the complete classification description, please visit the County of Monterey website: Appraiser I.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities, including but no limited to, excellent verbal and written communication skills and a high degree of integrity and professionalism.

Working Knowledge Of

• Basic mathematical concepts Appraiser I
  
  

Skill And Ability To

• Keep accurate and detailed records;
• Prepare clear and concise recommendations and reports;
• Operate a variety of office equipment, such as a calculator and personal computer;
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• Provide excellent and courteous customer service and establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public; and attend and perform duties on a regular, reliable and consistent basis.
  
  

Examples of Experience/Education/Training

Requirements

Any combination of training, education, and/or experience which provides for the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties listed above is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is:

Minimum qualifications to qualify for a Temporary Appraiser's Certificate are as follows:

EITHER

OPTION I

Graduation from an accredited four-year institution of higher education.

OR OPTION II

Graduation From High School (or Equivalent) And Four Years Of Relevant Experience Within The Last Ten Years In Any Of The Following Occupations

• 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, or
• A real estate licensee, licensed by the California Department of Real Estate, engaged in buying, selling, leasing or managing real estate, or
• An appraiser aide or appraiser trainee in an assessor’s office or in the property taxes department of the Board, or
• An employee other than an appraiser, appraiser aide, or appraiser trainee, of an assessor’s office or of the property taxes department of the Board, except that such employment time shall be limited to qualifying for only 2/3 of the four-year experience requirement. The remaining 1/3 of time shall be accumulated by other relevant experience as described above or by education in an accredited institution of higher education
  
  

OR OPTION III

Four years of relevant experience or any combination of relevant experience and education in an accredited institution of higher education totaling four years can be substituted for the educational requirement in Option I above.

Additional Information

As a Condition Of Employment, The Following Requirements Apply

• Pursuant to Rules 282 and 283 of the State of California Board of Equalization Property Tax Rules, a Temporary Appraiser’s Certificate will be issued only upon meeting the minimum qualifications listed under Option I, II or III as detailed in EXAMPLES OF EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/TRAINING above.
• Pursuant to Article 8, Section 670 of the Revenue and Taxation Code of the State of California, a Permanent Appraiser’s Certificate issued by the State of California Board of Equalization is to be obtained within one year of appointment. Failure to obtain a Permanent California Appraiser’s Certificate within one year of appointment will be cause for termination of employment.
• Pursuant to Article 8, Section 671 of the Revenue and Taxation Code of the State of California, completion of at least 24 hours of training conducted or approved by the California State Board of Equalization is required in each one-year period.
• Possess a valid California Class C driver license at the time of appointment and possess and maintain a satisfactory driving record or provide evidence of suitable transportation which is approved by the appointing authority.
• Prospective employees for the Assessor-County Clerk/Recorder will be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of criminal conviction.
• Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency; travel out of County to attend meetings
  
  

Benefits

The County of Monterey offers an excellent package. Please visit our website to view the Unit J Benefit Summary Sheet. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing.

Notes

• As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions.
• Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9.
• If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary.
  
  

Application and Selection Procedures

Apply On-Line at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty

by Sunday, June 28, 2026, 11:59 PM (PST)

or

Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours, Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM -4:30 PM by contacting:

Assessor

Attn: Human Resources

168 West Alisal Street, 1st Floor Salinas, CA 93901

Phone: 831-759-6602 Fax: 831-759-6628

Qualifications

The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include:

• A completed County of Monterey Employment Application
• Responses to the Supplemental Questions.
  
  

Applicants who fail to provide all required materials by the Final Filing Date will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

HIRING PREFERENCE FOR VETERANS AND ELIGIBLE MILITARY SPOUSES

The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses (i.e., surviving spouses of veterans, spouses of totally disabled veterans, and spouses of active-duty service members) and awards veterans’ preference points for this recruitment. To obtain a Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application, please visit the Human Resources website or click on the following link: Click Here to View the Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application.

To apply for veterans’ preference points, veterans or eligible military spouses must complete and email a Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application with supporting documentation of their eligibility by the final filing deadline to VeteransPreferencePoints@countyofmonterey.gov

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Julie James, Senior Human Resources Analyst, at (831) 759-6602, or ACRTTC-HR@countyofmonterey.gov.

http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summary-sheet

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Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Your responses to the questions will be reviewed and scored in a Qualifications Appraisal evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as this information will be critical in the competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your responses to the supplemental questions as incomplete. Note: All application materials submitted will be reviewed along with your supplemental questions and County of Monterey application.

• I have read and understand these instructions.
  
  

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Please choose the best response to how you qualify for the position of Appraiser I. Please make sure there is information in your application that supports your chosen response. Please attach to your application your educational transcripts that support the educational option of qualification.

• I am currently in my final (last 3 to 4 months) quarter or semester of study, leading to the required degree. Please attach transcripts to application or other documentation regarding target graduation date.
• I possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited four year institution. Please attach degree or transcripts showing graduation to application.
• I have FOUR years (based on a 40 hr work week) within the last 10 years as a) 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; or,
• I have FOUR years (based on a 40 hr work week) within the last 10 years as b) a real estate licensee, licensed by the California Department of Real Estate, engaged in buying, selling, leasing, or managing real estate; or,
• I have FOUR years (based on a 40 hr work week) within the last 10 years as c) an appraiser aide or appraiser trainee in an assessor's office or in the property taxes department of the Board; or,
• I have FOUR years (based on a 40 hr work week) within the last 10 years as d) an employee, other than an appraiser, appraiser aide, or appraiser trainee, of an assessor's office or of the property taxes department of the Board, except that such employment time shall be limited to qualifying for only 2/3 of the four-year experience requirement. The remaining 1/3 of time shall be accumulated by other relevant experience as described in subparagraphs a), b), and c) above or by education in an accredited institution of higher education.
• None of the above.
  
  

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Please select the option that best describes your certification status.

• A Permanent Appraiser's Certificate issued by the State of California Board of Equalization. Please attach to application.
• A Temporary Appraiser's Certificate issued by the State of California Board of Equalization. Please attach to application.
• A Real Estate Appraisal License or other real estate license issued by a state agency such as the Bureau of Real Estate Appraisers or California Bureau of Real Estate. Please attach to application.
• None of the above.
  
  

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Please describe your experience, education and/or training that demonstrates your knowledge, skill and ability to research and compile information to develop/prepare clear and concise reports.

05

Please describe your experience, education and/or training that demonstrates your knowledge, skill and ability to provide exceptional customer service.

• Required Question