Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under direct supervision of the Supervising Property Appraiser (SPA) in the Assessment Services Unit (ASU), the Junior Property Appraiser (JPA) learns and performs the more routine office and field duties involved in the appraisal of real property, and other related work. Assists in researching the least complex property tax issues involving the taxation of real property and preparing written analyses of findings.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

• Telework is available fifty percent (50%) of the time.
• Standard office environment (for example, artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.).
• Requires being in a stationary position, consistent with office work, for extended periods of time.
• Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.
• Must be able to move/transport records and equipment weighing up to forty pounds (40lbs.), with or without reasonable accommodation.

Special Requirements

• Travel required fifty percent (50%) of the time.
• Position requires employee to have and maintain a valid: California Driver’s License.
• Attain a Board of Equalization (BOE) appraiser certification within the first year of employment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office or equivalent programs.
• Ability to learn and apply property tax laws and rules.
• Travel may be required throughout the state up to fifty percent (50%) of the time by automobile and airplane, travel will typically be Monday through Friday and may span several contiguous weeks.

Benefits

Working for the State offers 

In addition, our location offers:

• Free parking

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Additional Instructions for Applicants

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

Paper applications must include a signature.  Dates printed on envelopes by mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology are not acceptable proof of the date the application and any other required documents or materials were filed. 

A completed state application (STD. 678) and any documents list under “Required Application Documents” must be submitted with your application package. Applicants who are relying on additional documentation (e.g. transcripts, copy of degrees, certifications, licenses, etc.) in order to prove that they meet the minimum qualifications listed in the Classification Specification (located on the right under “Additional Documentation) must submit those documents with their application package. Failure to submit these documents may result in your application being disqualified.

Applications must include a description of the duties performed for each position held; reference to a resume in place of a description of the duties performed will not be accepted.

Applicants must state their basis of eligibility (List Eligibility, Lateral Transfer, Reinstatement, T&D, or Surplus/SROA), and the Job Control (JC) number and/or position number in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s), For Which You Are Applying” section on the STD. 678. Surplus/SROA candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application.

Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth, etc.) as well as any information regarding your LEAP eligibility and/or exam scores from your documents prior to submission.

Here is the link to the exam bulletin for the Junior Property Appraiser

If applying electronically, please note that CalCareers no longer allows applicants to withdraw their applications. If you need assistance to withdraw your application, please contact the Certification Section at  certific@cdtfa.ca.gov .

For all other questions regarding your CalCareer account, please contact CalHR’s CalCareers Unit at (866) 844-8671 or  CalCareer@calhr.ca.gov .

For more information on the recruitment process please email  Recruitment@cdtfa.ca.gov .

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Other - Cover Letter

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Remote job, Monday to Friday,

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