Junior Appraiser

Job Description:

Junior Appraiser

Description

The Position

Why Join the Contra Costa County Assessor’s Office?
The Contra Costa County Assessor’s Office discovers and assesses all property within the County. We also produce and deliver an assessment roll by July 1 of each year, value all real property, audit all entities doing business in the County and value all taxable personal property, establish and maintain a set of 12,000 maps for assessment purposes, delineating every parcel of land in the County, and provides a public information service to assist taxpayers with questions about property ownership and assessment.

Looking to jumpstart your career in the appraisal field? The Assessor's Office is currently seeking six ambitious individuals to fill the role of Junior Appraiser. This entry-level position offers extensive classroom and on-the-job training, providing you with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in this exciting field.

As a Junior Appraiser, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of assignments throughout the County. These tasks may include inspecting both real and personal property, estimating costs and charges affecting value, and evaluating new construction and remodeling work. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding position with room for growth, this is the job for you!

We are looking for someone who is:

• Collaborative. You should be able to work well in a team environment.
• Professional. You will be working towards goals and objectives with other professional staff.
• Motivated. You will need to be proactive in obtaining and sharing information to achieve objectives.
• Analytical. You will be expected to analyze and interpret data for decision-making.
• An effective communicator. You will need to communicate findings in a clear and relatable manner.

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Managing appraisals and workload in a timely manner
• Handling public service and valuation issues
• Researching property tax matters
• Conducting fieldwork, including inspection of new construction and remodeling

A few reasons you might love this job:

• Your work will have a direct impact on the surrounding community
• You will work in a supportive and collaborative atmosphere
• You will perform a variety of both office and fieldwork

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• You will be working in a large, diverse county with varying needs
• You will need to learn and maintain knowledge of rules and laws that change frequently
• You may need to deal with challenging or difficult taxpayers and representatives

Competencies Required:

• Analyzing & Interpreting Data : Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data
• Critical Thinking : Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims
• Decision Making : Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
• Reading Comprehension : Understanding and using written information
• Adaptability : Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires
• Attention to Detail : Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
• Professional Integrity & Ethics : Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
• Self-Management : Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability
• Oral Communication : Engaging effectively in dialogue
• Customer Focus : Attending to the needs and expectations of customers
• Professional Impact : Presenting self as a positive representative of the organization
• Teamwork : Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals

To read the complete job description, please visit the website; www.cccounty.us/hr

The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six months

Minimum Qualifications

License Required : Candidates must possess and maintain throughout the duration of employment a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of state valid motor vehicle operator's license will be accepted during the application process.

Certification Required: Appointees must meet certification requirements established by the California State Board of Equalization within one year of employment.

Education: Possession of a Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university.

Substitution Options: (1) Full-time professional experience appraising real property in a California County Assessor's Office, or in a state or federal agency in California responsible for appraising property, may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years. (2) Experience in the class equivalent to Real Property Technical Assistant in Contra Costa County may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years. (3) Current professional membership (MAI designation), or the SRA (Senior Residential Appraiser), or SRPA (Senior Real Property Appraiser) or SREA (Senior Real Estate Analyst) designation issued by the Appraisal Institute, or SRWA (Senior Right-of-Way Agent Designation) with the International Right-of-Way Association may be substituted for the Bachelor degree.

Selection Process

Application Filing and Evaluation: Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application; applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.
Online Multiple-Choice Assessment: Candidates who clearly demonstrate that they possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in a multiple-choice assessment online. The assessment is designed to measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the job. These may include but are not limited to Analyzing & Interpreting Data, Critical Thinking; Decision Making, Reading Comprehension, Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Professional Integrity & Ethics, Self-Management, Oral Communication, Customer Focus, Professional Impact, and Teamwork. (Weighted 50%)
Remote Oral Interview: Candidates who achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the multiple-choice assessment will be invited to participate in an oral interview. The oral interview will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the job. In the oral interview, candidates must achieve an overall passing score of 70% or higher. (Weighted 50%)

The Online Multiple-Choice Exam is tentatively scheduled to take place via computer (remotely) on 9/16/2025 through 9/22/2025

The Remote Oral Interview is tentatively scheduled to take place via computer (remotely) on 9/25/2025 through 9/30/2025

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: 9/5/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$86,097.79 - $94,922.81 Annually