What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assessment Tech Supervisor position at County of San Luis Obispo?
About The Position
This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County.
Under direction of the Assessment Manager, plans, directs, supervises, and evaluates the work of assigned staff in the performance or support of the preparation and maintenance of the assessment roll; performs a variety of complex assessment duties ; and does other related work as required.
Typical Tasks and Representative Duties
(Not in order of importance)
Knowledge Of
Click Here for more information about the Assessor's Department.
The Ideal Candidate
Education And Experience
A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:
Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D. certificate. In addition, Either A: One year of experience performing complex property tax assessment duties in a position comparable to an Assessment Technician IV; OR B: Six (6) years of increasingly responsible experience in a closely related property tax field, two years of which being at a lead worker level.
Licenses and Certificates
A valid driver's license is required at the time of application. A valid CALIFORNIA driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.
This class specification generally describes the duties and responsibilities characteristic of the
position(s) within this class. The duties of a particular position within a multi-position class may vary from the duties of other positions within the class. Accordingly, the essential duties of a particular position (whether it be a multi-position class or a single-position class) will be identified and used by medical examiners and hiring authorities in the selection process. This information will also be made available for review at the time of any recruitment for that position and at such other times as reasonably required.
How To Apply
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca . Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.
An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us . Confidential inquiries are welcomed.
For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov .
Reasonable Accommodation Notice
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us for more information.
Veteran's Preference Points
If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. Click here for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran’s credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement .
Equal Employment Opportunity
The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.
This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County.
Under direction of the Assessment Manager, plans, directs, supervises, and evaluates the work of assigned staff in the performance or support of the preparation and maintenance of the assessment roll; performs a variety of complex assessment duties ; and does other related work as required.
Typical Tasks and Representative Duties
(Not in order of importance)
- Supervises, plans, directs, and evaluates the work of assigned staff; coordinates staff work assignments and reviews work to ensure compliance with established laws, policies, standards, and procedures; develops and implements training; mentors staff; recommends disciplinary action when appropriate.
- Personally performs or directly supervises the most complex assessment enrollment duties.
- Directs and/or participates in the development and implementation of programs, processes, and policies; may direct and/or participate in the development of new systems to be used in assessment processes.
- Works with taxpayers and/or their agents to explain assessment practices and procedures.
- Prepares, reviews, and processes pending revisions to the assessment rolls.
- May represent the Assessor at various meetings and speaking engagements.
- Prepares a variety of reports and correspondence; reviews and approves correspondence of assigned staff.
- May act for the Assessment Manager in his/her absence.
- Implements County safety programs and ensures employee compliance with all safety rules and regulations; responds to hazard reports; investigates and reports accidents and injuries.
- Coordinates activities with other sections within the Assessor’s office and with other government agencies regarding assessment procedures.
Knowledge Of
- Assessment enrollment principles, methods, policies, procedures, and terminology pertinent to assessment enrollment for ad valorem property taxation
- Provisions of the California State Constitution, Revenue and Taxation Code, and other codes and statutes pertaining to the assessment of property for ad valorem taxation purposes
- Common methods of describing real property
- Assessor's office organization, procedures and standards as well as strategic direction and goals
- Principles of supervision, leadership and training Computer software including those applications pertinent to assessment enrollment functions
- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
- Oral and written communication skills
- Plan, direct, supervise, and evaluate the work of assigned staff
- Perform complex assessment duties
- Interpret, apply, and explain rules, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures
- Establish and maintain consistency of standards and procedures
- Independently analyze problems, prepare sound recommendations, and adopt effective courses of action
- Prepare concise and accurate written and oral reports and correspondence
- Convey clear directions and encourage communication with and among staff
- Support and follow Assessor’s office policies, goals, guiding principles, and Mission – Vision - Values Statement
- Develop, encourage, and maintain positive working relationships; communicate and work effectively with others
- Motivate staff to achieve high performance
- Operate a computer and assigned office equipment
- Maintain a safe and orderly work area
Click Here for more information about the Assessor's Department.
The Ideal Candidate
Education And Experience
A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:
Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D. certificate. In addition, Either A: One year of experience performing complex property tax assessment duties in a position comparable to an Assessment Technician IV; OR B: Six (6) years of increasingly responsible experience in a closely related property tax field, two years of which being at a lead worker level.
Licenses and Certificates
A valid driver's license is required at the time of application. A valid CALIFORNIA driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.
This class specification generally describes the duties and responsibilities characteristic of the
position(s) within this class. The duties of a particular position within a multi-position class may vary from the duties of other positions within the class. Accordingly, the essential duties of a particular position (whether it be a multi-position class or a single-position class) will be identified and used by medical examiners and hiring authorities in the selection process. This information will also be made available for review at the time of any recruitment for that position and at such other times as reasonably required.
How To Apply
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca . Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.
An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us . Confidential inquiries are welcomed.
For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov .
Reasonable Accommodation Notice
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us for more information.
Veteran's Preference Points
If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. Click here for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran’s credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement .
Equal Employment Opportunity
The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.