Assistant Assessor

Salary $131,560.
00 - $167,897.
60 Annually Location San Luis Obispo, CA Job Type Permanent - Salary Job Number 0324PM-000701-01 Department Assessor Division Assessor Administration Opening Date 04/01/2024 Closing Date 4/22/2024 11:59 PM Pacific DESCRIPTION BENEFITS QUESTIONS About the Position About the Assessor's Office The Assessor's Office of San Luis Obispo County is looking for a dynamic Assistant Assessor.
The individual selected for this role will be a key member of the senior leadership team and be instrumental in the overall strategic planning for the department.
The Assistant Assessor is an at-will position that directly reports to the County Assessor, Tom J.
Bordonaro, Jr.
, and leads the team of five Assessment Managers, one for each division of the department.
The five divisions include: Administrative Services, Assessment Services, Automation & GIS / Mapping, Business Property & Commercial Appraisal, Residential Appraisal.
The successful candidate will work closely with the County Assessor and the Department's management staff.
We are looking for a candidate who has demonstrated success in the following areas: Oversee daily departmental operations and possesses the ability for creating solutions.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills to effectively lead the management team.
Flexible and adaptable to change, with the ability to think 'outside of the box'.
Working collaboratively with the Assessment Managers and budget team in the creation of the annual budget submittal.
May represent the department to the Board of Supervisors, Civil Service Commission, Assessment Appeals Board, and other commissions or public entities in the absence of the Assessor.
Click here for a complete job description.
The Assistant Assessor will be an "at-will" employee of the County.
The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a candidate who has demonstrated success in the following areas: Plans, organizes, controls, and directs all the operations, activities, and assessment processes of the Assessor's Office while assuring that department activities comply with established standards, requirements, internal controls, applicable laws, codes, regulations, ordinances, and established policies and procedures.
Assists the Assessor in developing departmental policies, procedures, standards, goals, and objectives.
Acts on behalf of the Assessor during their absence; serves as departmental spokesperson to the Board of Supervisors, Board of Equalization, other departments and agencies, and the local media in the absence of the Assessor; represents the Assessor on State and local committees and other activities as assigned.
Provides direction and oversight to managers and project leaders working on multi-departmental and/or multidisciplinary assessment processes and systems projects, and other special projects as assigned.
Coordinates and directs managers in the preparation, review, and analysis of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, documents, and correspondence related to assessment processes to assure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established requirements; establishes and meets timelines and priorities.
Oversees the preparation and presentation of assessment appeals in equalization hearings before the Assessment Appeals Board and subsequent court hearings; assists in preparing and reviewing periodic Board of Equalization surveys/audits covering assessment and operational activities within the Assessor's Office.
Coordinates and directs personnel, communications, and resources to meet County needs and assure effective and efficient department activities; oversees the development and implementation of department programs, projects, processes, services, internal controls, goals, objectives, systems, and activities; assures proper and timely resolution of departmental issues, conflicts, and discrepancies.
Supervises, trains, and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel; interviews and selects employees and recommends appointments, transfers, reassignments, and promotions; assigns employee duties and reviews work to assure accuracy, completeness and compliance with established standards, requirements and procedures; develops, implements and conducts training programs as required; takes immediate action to resolve and correct discipline problems and recommend suspension, demotion and termination when deemed appropriate.
Oversees the development, preparation and monitoring of the annual budget for department programs, projects and activities; analyzes and reviews budgetary and financial data; controls and authorizes expenditures in accordance with established limitations.
Establishes and maintains assessment roll functions, activity timelines, and priorities as assigned; estimates time, personnel and resource requirements for projects, operations and activities; monitors progress of assessment roll preparation and modifies activities to meet established objectives and timelines as appropriate; reviews final assessment roll reports to assure proper quality control.
Maintains current knowledge of laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and pending legislation related to department operations and activities; modifies programs, functions, and procedures to assure compliance with local, State and Federal requirements as appropriate.
Provides consultation and technical expertise to administrators, personnel, outside agencies, and the public concerning department operations, activities and related fiscal functions; responds to inquiries, resolves, issues and conflicts, and provides detailed and technical information concerning related laws, codes, standards, requirements, accounts, budgets, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; attends and conducts a variety of meetings as assigned; serves on various committees as required.
Education and Experience Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in property appraisal, business or public administration, finance, accounting, economics, mathematics, computer science, structural or civil engineering, architecture, geographic studies, surveying, real estate or construction management, agricultural business, or a related field.
(Job-related experience in the above fields or in a State Board of Equalization, or in a County Assessor's, Tax Collector's or Recorder's Office may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
) In addition, six years of increasingly responsible experience performing assessment duties, including at least three years in a supervisory position.
In addition, the ideal candidate will possess: Over six years of increasingly responsible experience leading a diverse team within a California County Assessor's Office or other California public-service entity.
Demonstrated success working within the guidelines of and in-depth knowledge of State of California assessment and taxation codes.
Expertise in budget preparation and fiscal management in the government sector.
Leadership skills at the senior management level, with more than three years of supervisory experience.
A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Agriculture Business, or other related major.
Public sector experience in local government or a combination of public and private sector experience.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES Permanent Appraisal Certification from the Board of Equalization must be obtained within one year of appointment.
Must complete continuing education as described in California Revenue and Taxation Code Property Tax Rules and California State Board of Equalization guidelines to maintain permanent certification.
How to Apply Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date.
To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page.
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.
Agency County of San Luis Obispo Address 1055 Monterey Street Suite D-250 San Luis Obispo, California, 93408 Phone 805-781-5959 Website https://www.
slocounty.
ca.
gov/ About the Position About the Assessor's Office The Assessor's Office of San Luis Obispo County is looking for a dynamic Assistant Assessor.
The individual selected for this role will be a key member of the senior leadership team and be instrumental in the overall strategic planning for the department.
The Assistant Assessor is an at-will position that directly reports to the County Assessor, Tom J.
Bordonaro, Jr.
, and leads the team of five Assessment Managers, one for each division of the department.
The five divisions include: Administrative Services, Assessment Services, Automation & GIS / Mapping, Business Property & Commercial Appraisal, Residential Appraisal.
The successful candidate will work closely with the County Assessor and the Department's management staff.
We are looking for a candidate who has demonstrated success in the following areas: Oversee daily departmental operations and possesses the ability for creating solutions.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills to effectively lead the management team.
Flexible and adaptable to change, with the ability to think 'outside of the box'.
Working collaboratively with the Assessment Managers and budget team in the creation of the annual budget submittal.
May represent the department to the Board of Supervisors, Civil Service Commission, Assessment Appeals Board, and other commissions or public entities in the absence of the Assessor.
Click here for a complete job description.
The Assistant Assessor will be an "at-will" employee of the County.
The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a candidate who has demonstrated success in the following areas: Plans, organizes, controls, and directs all the operations, activities, and assessment processes of the Assessor's Office while assuring that department activities comply with established standards, requirements, internal controls, applicable laws, codes, regulations, ordinances, and established policies and procedures.
Assists the Assessor in developing departmental policies, procedures, standards, goals, and objectives.
Acts on behalf of the Assessor during their absence; serves as departmental spokesperson to the Board of Supervisors, Board of Equalization, other departments and agencies, and the local media in the absence of the Assessor; represents the Assessor on State and local committees and other activities as assigned.
Provides direction and oversight to managers and project leaders working on multi-departmental and/or multidisciplinary assessment processes and systems projects, and other special projects as assigned.
Coordinates and directs managers in the preparation, review, and analysis of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, documents, and correspondence related to assessment processes to assure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established requirements; establishes and meets timelines and priorities.
Oversees the preparation and presentation of assessment appeals in equalization hearings before the Assessment Appeals Board and subsequent court hearings; assists in preparing and reviewing periodic Board of Equalization surveys/audits covering assessment and operational activities within the Assessor's Office.
Coordinates and directs personnel, communications, and resources to meet County needs and assure effective and efficient department activities; oversees the development and implementation of department programs, projects, processes, services, internal controls, goals, objectives, systems, and activities; assures proper and timely resolution of departmental issues, conflicts, and discrepancies.
Supervises, trains, and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel; interviews and selects employees and recommends appointments, transfers, reassignments, and promotions; assigns employee duties and reviews work to assure accuracy, completeness and compliance with established standards, requirements and procedures; develops, implements and conducts training programs as required; takes immediate action to resolve and correct discipline problems and recommend suspension, demotion and termination when deemed appropriate.
Oversees the development, preparation and monitoring of the annual budget for department programs, projects and activities; analyzes and reviews budgetary and financial data; controls and authorizes expenditures in accordance with established limitations.
Establishes and maintains assessment roll functions, activity timelines, and priorities as assigned; estimates time, personnel and resource requirements for projects, operations and activities; monitors progress of assessment roll preparation and modifies activities to meet established objectives and timelines as appropriate; reviews final assessment roll reports to assure proper quality control.
Maintains current knowledge of laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and pending legislation related to department operations and activities; modifies programs, functions, and procedures to assure compliance with local, State and Federal requirements as appropriate.
Provides consultation and technical expertise to administrators, personnel, outside agencies, and the public concerning department operations, activities and related fiscal functions; responds to inquiries, resolves, issues and conflicts, and provides detailed and technical information concerning related laws, codes, standards, requirements, accounts, budgets, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; attends and conducts a variety of meetings as assigned; serves on various committees as required.
Education and Experience Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in property appraisal, business or public administration, finance, accounting, economics, mathematics, computer science, structural or civil engineering, architecture, geographic studies, surveying, real estate or construction management, agricultural business, or a related field.
(Job-related experience in the above fields or in a State Board of Equalization, or in a County Assessor's, Tax Collector's or Recorder's Office may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
) In addition, six years of increasingly responsible experience performing assessment duties, including at least three years in a supervisory position.
In addition, the ideal candidate will possess: Over six years of increasingly responsible experience leading a diverse team within a California County Assessor's Office or other California public-service entity.
Demonstrated success working within the guidelines of and in-depth knowledge of State of California assessment and taxation codes.
Expertise in budget preparation and fiscal management in the government sector.
Leadership skills at the senior management level, with more than three years of supervisory experience.
A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Agriculture Business, or other related major.
Public sector experience in local government or a combination of public and private sector experience.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES Permanent Appraisal Certification from the Board of Equalization must be obtained within one year of appointment.
Must complete continuing education as described in California Revenue and Taxation Code Property Tax Rules and California State Board of Equalization guidelines to maintain permanent certification.
How to Apply Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date.
To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page.
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.
Make a DifferenceEmployees of the County of San Luis Obispo are public servants who impact the lives of our community every day.
From supporting efforts to reduce homelessness, keeping our drinking water clean, or serving the families in need in the community, County employees make a difference.
Compensation and BenefitsYour annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package.
For additional information regarding the benefits listed that may be available to you, visit the associated Benefits-At-A-Glance webpage (click here for link).
Some benefits include:- Medical (PPO, EPO, HDHP), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance- Health enhancing programs such as Hinge Health, GIThrive and Carrum Health for medical enrollees.
- Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums)- Free visits to the employee health clinic- Mental Health resources/benefits including Headspace- Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more)- A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust- Optional deferred compensation plan with up to $500 per year match (depending on bargaining unit)- Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care)- Paid personal, sick and vacation days- 12 paid holidays- Employee Assistance Program- Education and Wellness Allowance- Post Employment Health Plan- Family Friendly workplace policies - Flexible work schedule options - Rideshare commuter benefits- Pet InsuranceThe County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce.
We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs.
Pension Benefit and Employee Contribution Rates:The County's pension is a defined benefit plan that provides a guaranteed monthly pension payment for life based on your time in service, wages, and other factors.
The County is the primary contributor to the pension fund, but the health of the pension fund also depends on mandatory employee contributions.
Employees are required to pay a percentage of their base pay towards the pension fund, ranging from 5% to 19%.
This amount is deducted from your paycheck pre-tax every pay period.
To find out how much will be deducted from your paycheck should you be hired for this position, please contact Pension Trust at (805) 781-5465.
Healthcare Benefits and Cafeteria Contributions:The County offers comprehensive medical coverage to you and your family, along with two dental plan options and vision coverage.
All permanent employees receive a monthly employer contribution (or ‘cafeteria’ contribution) to help them pay for their portion of the medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums.
The amount of the cafeteria contribution varies by Bargaining Unit (BU) and the extent to which employees enroll their dependents.
If the cafeteria amount is greater than your selected premiums, the remainder of the cafeteria is paid out to you in your paycheck as taxable income.
If the cafeteria amount is less than your monthly premiums, you pay the remainder of the premiums with pre-tax wages.
To estimate your out-of-pocket costs (or cashback from extra cafeteria), visit the Cafeteria Rates webpage (click here for link).
Learning and DevelopmentThe County prioritizes your learning, personal and professional development, and career growth.
Employees have access to over 1500 on-demand courses, instructor led courses, and job-specific trainings.
Employees can take courses to upskill to make themselves more competitive for promotional opportunities and further their career growth.
Examples of courses include: - Emotional Intelligence- Supervisor/Manager academies- Microsoft Suite courses- Defensive Driving- Financial management- Retirement preparedness- Teambuilding- Written Communication- Conflict Management- Clifton StrengthsFinder and DISC- Job specific conferences/trainingsStudent Loan ForgivenessDid you know that if you are employed by a government agency you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) programCounty employees also have access to GotZoom, a program that offers tools and support to navigate your federal student loans.
Homebuyer assistance programEmployees have access to the “Assist-to-Own” program sponsored by Golden State Finance Authority (click here for link to more information) to get a loan for the down payment.