Assessment Technician I/II

Job Description:

Assessment Technician I/II

Description

About the Opportunity

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The Stanislaus County Assessor's Office is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented full-time team member to support our mission of producing a fair, accurate, and timely assessment roll while providing excellent customer service. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to essential functions, including processing changes in property ownership and managing property tax exemptions, while delivering exceptional public service. We are looking for someone who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service, thrives in a collaborative team environment, has experience working directly with the public, is eager to learn and grow professionally, and possesses a strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

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THE POSITION

This is a block-budgeted Assessment Technician I/II position. The chosen candidate would be hired as either an Assessment Technician I or II, based on qualifications.

Assessment Technician I

The Assessment Technician I is the entry level classification in the Assessment Technician series. This position maintains the Assessor's Office ownership records from recorded and unrecorded documents; read and interpret real property transfer deeds and related documents to determine property ownership changes for assessment purposes; determine if reappraisal is required; analyze permits and other information to determine if appraiser review is required; apply exemptions to qualified applicants; and perform other related work, as assigned. Under close supervision, incumbents receive training and perform a variety of eligibility and assessment duties. Incumbents are expected to increase their knowledge and skills during the first year of employment. Some of the positions may require travel throughout the County. Some incumbents in this classification may be required to function as an interpreter.

Assessment Technician II

The Assessment Technician II is a journey-level classification in the Assessment Technician series. The Assessment Technician II is a seasoned journey-level person who performs a variety of the more difficult support task under minimum supervision and may direct the work of others. Their duties may represent an extension of those which would be assigned to an Assessment Technician I: maintain ownership records from recorded and unrecorded documents; read and interpret real property transfer deeds and related documents to determine property ownership changes for assessment purposes; determine if reappraisal is required; analyze permits and other information to determine if appraiser review is required; apply exemptions to qualified applicants; and perform other related work, as assigned. Incumbents are experienced and proficient in performing the duties, and function more independently within the scope of their responsibilities.

Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Office Worker/Clerical bargaining unit for labor relations purposes.

Individuals who are in a full-time classification position are required to serve a twelve-month probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months, for a total of eighteen months.

Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday, and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding).

The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at https://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab.

Typical Tasks

Assessment Technician I/II

• Read and interpret recorded and non-recorded documents relating to property transfers of title and/or exemptions, including trusts, court orders, and other legal documents;
• Review incoming permits and other documents and determine if subject to reappraisal;
• Apply pertinent laws, codes, and policies and determine if a document is subject to a reappraisal or if an exclusion is applicable;
• Work with attorneys, title companies, local organizations, and state and local agencies to resolve discrepancies for assessment, title and/or exemption purposes;
• Process assessment ownership information and/or exemption information using current formatting as defined by state guidelines, office policy, and procedures;
• Make change of ownership determination based on taxpayer response to various discovery documents;
• Answer complex and technical ownership questions from title companies, property owners or their agents, attorneys or tax representatives, and other interested parties;
• Explain the application of the Government Code, Revenue and Taxation Code or other statutes and regulations;
• Prepare correspondence to answer questions when appropriate;
• Resolve ownership questions and clarify understanding of property transfer through probate proceedings and court determinations as they relate to various beneficial interest conveyances and proportional interest transfers;
• Perform extensive research to determine the taxability status of complex title changes;
• Verify accuracy of information entered on various assessment documents, exemption claims and/or permit documents;
• Take action to correct inaccurate or incomplete data identified in various documents;
• Assist property owner or their agent with explanation and completion of various ownership change forms, exemption claims and other documents;
• Scan and index forms into the imaging workflow system;
• Calculate assessment and/or exemption percentages;
• Read and interpret legal descriptions on legal documents;
• Prepare corrections to assessment rolls past and present;
• Enter a variety of information into a computerized system with a high degree of accuracy;
• Determine and apply property codes and initiate transactions;
• Maintain logs, files, and statistical information pertaining to processed legal documents and records;
• Perform general office support work, including filing, operation of standard office equipment, operation of computer equipment, and a variety of software; and
• Assist in training.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience)

KNOWLEDGE

Assessment Technician I/II

• State laws and codes relating to property taxes;
• Property descriptions;
• Assessment principles and practices; and
• Procedure used for keeping property records in a County Assessor's Office.

SKILLS / ABILITIES

Assessment Technician I/II

• Interpret and apply verbal and written instructions;
• Interpret and apply laws, rules, and regulations as they relate to property exemption claims and the assessment of property;
• Trace title chains;
• Make arithmetical computation with speed and accuracy;
• Maintain effective working relationships with property owners and others contacted;
• Operate a personal computer and other office equipment;
• Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone;
• Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses;
• Perform job duties under stressful conditions;
• Respond appropriately to situations;
• Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and /or County regulations;
• Regular attendance is an essential function; and
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.

We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Assessment Technician I

• Minimum of one (1) year of full-time general clerical experience involving computations, financing, or statistical record keeping, or reports; (Relevant college education or business school training may be used to substitute for up to six months of the required experience); AND
• Applicants must be able to type at least 35 WPM (net corrected); AND
• Equivalent to high school graduation.

Assessment Technician II

• Minimum of 18 months as an Assessment Technician I or equivalent in an Assessor's Office in the State of California progressively performing more difficult property transfers, exemptions assignments and other duties of an Assessment Technician I.

Proof of education may be required for verification purposes at the time of application. Applicants who are unable to submit proof must call 209-525-6496 to make other arrangements before 5 pm on the final filing date. Failure to submit proof or make other arrangements before the final filing deadline will result in disqualification.

Application and Selection Procedures

APPLICATION PROCEDURES / FINAL FILING DATE

Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience, and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County.

• Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
• Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position.
• Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts.
• Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months, but may be extended up to eighteen months.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Application Deadline: December 30, 2024

Written Examination: Week of January 6, 2025

Oral Examination: Week of January 20, 2025

Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time, and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position), and a job-related background investigation.

Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

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Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627.

Benefits associated with this position can be found at Benefits Summary .

Closing Date/Time: 12/30/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$42,972.80 - $59,051.20 Annually