Appraiser I/II/III

Job Description:

Appraiser I/II/III

Description

Job Summary

Under direction or supervision, the Appraiser I/II/III performs professional appraisal work to determine the value of real property for ad valorem tax purposes. Responsibilities range from learning and applying appraisal principles at the entry level to independently conducting complex property valuations and providing technical leadership at the advanced level. Incumbents conduct field inspections, analyze market and property data, prepare appraisal reports, and explain valuation methods, laws, and procedures to property owners and the public. As experience increases, incumbents may defend assessed values before the Assessment Appeals Board and assist with training, process improvement, and development of appraisal methodologies.

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The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and committed to equitable property assessment practices. They possess strong critical thinking skills and the ability to interpret data, market trends, and legal requirements to make sound valuation decisions. Successful candidates communicate clearly and professionally, especially when explaining complex appraisal concepts to the public or responding to assessment inquiries or appeals.

At the entry level, the ideal candidate demonstrates a willingness to learn, adaptability, and a strong foundation in research and analysis. At the journey and advanced levels, candidates bring experience in property appraisal, the ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and confidence in defending valuations. Advanced candidates will also demonstrate leadership skills, the ability to mentor others, and contribute to improving appraisal systems and processes.

Across all levels, the ideal candidate values public service, maintains professionalism in challenging interactions, and builds collaborative working relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, and the community.

Department Overview
The Assessor’s Office is responsible for the discovery, listing, and valuation of all taxable property within the County in accordance with California law. The department ensures fair and equitable property assessments that support essential public services such as schools, infrastructure, and public safety. Staff work in a collaborative environment that combines fieldwork, data analysis, and public interaction, while adhering to the California Revenue and Taxation Code and guidelines established by the State Board of Equalization.

The department is committed to accuracy, transparency, and excellent customer service, providing property owners with clear information regarding assessment processes and values. Through ongoing training, technology, and process improvements, the Assessor’s Office strives to maintain high professional standards and public trust.

About the County

Mono County, California's Great Beyond

Mono County offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through public service while enjoying an exceptional quality of life. As a small, collaborative county organization, employees work closely with leadership, take on diverse responsibilities, and see the direct results of their work in the community.

What employees value about working at Mono County: Employees appreciate Mono County’s location and lifestyle benefits, strong benefits package (including CalPERS retirement and health coverage), collaborative teams, and the opportunity to make a direct impact in public service. Our smaller, close-knit work environment fosters meaningful connections and supports work-life balance.

The Region

Mono County is a rural region with a dynamic community of 13,000 residents located in the eastern side of California’s Sierra Nevada range. Development is increasing in the area due to the consistent growth of the town of Mammoth Lakes. Known as “California’s Great Beyond” this natural playground offers a complete range of amenities and activities making it an ideal place to live and work. Enjoy fine shops, restaurants, and cafes. Snowboard, ski, or bike down mountain trails, fish for trout, explore the backcountry, play a round of golf, relax in soothing hot springs, or paddle a kayak along the shores of Mono Lake.

The town of Mammoth Lakes is the most populated region of Mono County, hosting Mammoth Mountain Ski area and various resort-community amenities. On the quieter side, June Lake, Lee Vining, Bridgeport, Walker, Coleville, Chalfant, and Benton offer a more rural atmosphere, unlimited outdoor adventures, and small-town charm.

Mono County, California’s Eastern Sierra

Benefits Highlights

• Retirement: CalPERS retirement and 457/401(a) Plans available.
• Medical: CalPERS health plans
• Dental & Vision
• Generous vacation and sick pay
• Discounted gym membership

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Additional Information

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may be considered qualifying. A typical way to meet these requirements is as follows:

With respect to education and experience, applicants must meet one (1) of the following:

• Possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university; or
• Be a high school graduate (or equivalent) and have four (4) years of relevant experience; or
• Have a combination of education from an accredited institution of higher education and relevant experience totaling four (4) years.

For applicants without a four-year degree, education will be calculated as follows:

• One (1) year of education equals 30 semester units or 45 quarter units.

Relevant experience must have been obtained within the last ten (10) years and include work in one or more of the following areas: Professional roles such as accountant, auditor, real property appraiser, building cost estimator, engineer, real estate loan agent or underwriter, right-of-way agent, or licensed building contractor; orLicensed real estate professional (through the California Department of Real Estate) engaged in buying, selling, leasing, or managing real property; orExperience as an appraiser aide or appraiser trainee in a County Assessor’s Office or the State Board of Equalization’s Property Tax Department; orEmployment with a County Assessor’s Office or the State Board of Equalization’s Property Tax Department (in a role other than appraiser, appraiser aide, or appraiser trainee).

• This experience may count toward a maximum of two-thirds (2.67 years) of the required four (4) years.
• The remaining one-third (1.33 years) must be met through qualifying experience listed in items (1), (2), or (3), or through accredited higher education.
• In counties where the Assessor also serves as Recorder or Clerk, only duties directly related to the Assessor’s functions will qualify as relevant experience.

Mono County Summary of Benefits

The following information is intended to provide a summary of benefits and does not include full details of coverage. Service limitations and restrictions may apply depending on coverage levels and services rendered.

Pay Periods and Payroll Deductions

County employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis, which consists of 26 pay periods per year. Payroll deductions including medical and most voluntary deductions will occur on a semi-monthly basis or 2 times per month. Retirement contributions will always be deducted on all 26 pay periods.

Medical Mono County Contracts with CalPERS

To provide health insurance for its employees and currently offers several Preferred Provider (PPO) Plans which are administered by Anthem Blue Cross. Employees have the option to choose from PERS Gold, PERS Platinum, and PORAC. The PORAC Plan is currently only available to members of the Safety group employee's. Medical plan costs vary based on the plan and coverage you select. The employee and the County share the cost of the plan, which is deducted on a pre-tax basis. The employee’s cost is in accordance with the applicable Memorandum of Understanding with each bargaining group. For more information regarding health plans, please visit: https://www.calpers.ca.gov/page/active-members/health-benefits/plans-and-rates

Dental Mono County

Offers a self-insured dental plan administered by Ameritas.
Dental premium coverage is provided to eligible Mono County employees at 100% employer paid.

Vision

Vision Service Plan is our Vision Insurance provider. Our plan is VSP Signature. Benefits include:

• well/vision exam every 12 months, carries a $10 copay.
• $160 allowance for frames and 20% off amount over allowance.
• $180 allowance for contacts and contact lens exam and 15% off contact lens fitting and evaluation. Currently Vision coverage is provided to eligible Mono County employees at 100% employer paid.

Basic Life Insurance
Administered by Madison Life, Mono County Employees are entitled to Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment.

Mono County also offers coverage to employee’s spouse and dependents. Life Insurance is administered by Voya Insurance.

• Coverage for General Employees is $5,000.00
• At-Will/Elected Employees/Paramedic Coverage is $50,000.00
• Coverage for Employee’s Spouse is $1,000.00
• Coverage for Employee’s Children is also $1,000.00
• Coverage for Employee’s Children under six months is $100.00

Currently Basic Life coverage is provided to eligible Mono County employees at 100% employer paid.

Supplemental Life Insurance - Administered by Colonial Life.

Employees have the option of enrolling in a Supplemental Life insurance policy for themselves, their spouse and any dependent children. This policy is purchased by the employee with rates based on the age group at the time of enrollment.

Supplemental life insurance coverage can be enrolled in the first 31 days of employment without proof of good health, after 31 days proof of good health is required. Amounts available are as follows:

• For Employee up to $150,000 (guaranteed issue) or up to $500,000 with proof of good health
• For Spouse up to $50,000.00 and for the Employee’s Children for $10,000.00.

Flexible Spending Accounts and Optional Insurances

Provided by AmeriFLEX Flexible Spending Accounts for medical reimbursement and dependent care are available through a Section 125 account administered by AmeriFLEX . These accounts allow you to contribute pre-tax dollars to help pay for eligible medical and dependent care expenses.

Mono County Deferred Compensation 457/401(a) Plan

The County provides deferred compensation plan through Internal Revenue Code Section 401(a) Employees have the option to sign up for the 457-deferred compensation plan and contribute up to the maximum amount allowed by the IRS. If the employee contributes a total of 1-5% of their pre-tax salary, the County will match those contributions up to a maximum of 5% into a 401 (a) plan under the employee’s name. The employee may direct the investment of all contributions in accordance with the options or limitation provided by the 401(a) Plan.

CalPERS Retirement Benefits and Contributions

Mono County contracts with CalPERS for your retirement plan. Your retirement plan is a defined benefit plan determined by a set formula which uses your years of service, age at retirement, and highest one or three years of service. The Plan is funded by contributions from the employee, the County and investments from plan assets.

Mono County has a Local Miscellaneous group and a Local Safety group.

Your benefit formula will fall within one of these two groups

Most new members will fall within the new Pension Reform Formulas of 2 @ 62 for Miscellaneous & 2.7 @ 57 for all Safety Group. However, if you do have prior membership you may be eligible for the formulas that were in place on December 31st 2012, before Pension reform went into place. Our pre-pension reform formulas are:

Local Miscellaneous Group = 2.5% @ 55

Local Safety - Sheriff = 3% @ 55

Local Safety - Fire = 2% @ 50

Local Safety - County Peace Officer = 3% @ 50

Find out all about your CalPERS benefits at www.calpers.ca.gov

EAP - Employee Assistance Program

Mono County offers two different Employee Assistance Programs through Trindel Insurance Fund and NIS. Both programs include counseling and telephone consultation services addressing a variety of personal topics to promote a healthy family and work life balance.

Mono County Wellness Program

Mono County offers a discounted rate, as well as $25 towards Membership to local health clubs at the Double Eagle in June Lake or Snowcreek Athletic Club.

For employees living or working in Bridgeport, there is a County maintained facility in the Bridgeport Memorial Hall that employees have access to for a small one-time fee of $10.00

SICK & VACATION

Sick - (Unless an applicable collective bargaining agreement provides otherwise)

Eligible employees will accrue sick leave at the rate of 12 sick days per year. Permanent part-time employees accrue sick leave on a prorated basis.

Vacation- (Unless an applicable collective bargaining agreement provides otherwise)

Eligible employees shall be entitled to accrue vacation leave with pay for each year of full-time service as follows:

Initial employment ----------------------------------10 days vacation per year

After three years of continuous service------15 days vacation per year

After ten years of continuous service--------17 days vacation per year

After fifteen years of continuous service---19 days vacation per year

After twenty years of continuous service--20 days vacation per year

Permanent part-time employees accrue vacation on a prorated basis.

Mono County Holidays

Mono County recognizes 16 holidays as outlined in the Mono County Policies and Procedures and Personal Holidays according to the specific MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) according to your represented group.

“Welcome to Mono County - A great place to live and work!!”

Salary:

$69,514.00 - $102,949.00 Annually