Auditor-Appraiser I/II or Senior Auditor-Appraiser - Tehama County, CA : Job Details

Salary: See Position Description Location : Red Bluff, CA Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 2025-00195 Department: Assessor Opening Date: 07/21/2025 Closing Date: 8/14/2025 5:00 PM Pacific Description SALARY(A-E Steps)Auditor-Appraiser I: $24.98- $30.36 Hourly / $1,998.40 - $2,428.80 Biweekly Auditor-Appraiser II: $27.57 - $33.51 Hourly / $2,205.60 - $2,680.80 Biweekly Senior Auditor-Appraiser: $30.43- $36.99 Hourly / $2,434.40 - $2,959.20 Biweekly About the Position: The Auditor-Appraiser series performs appraisal audits and administrative procedures in support of the County assessment roll; validates property values; assesses business and personal property and fixtures; examines and audits accounting records, financial statements, and other property records. Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will have knowledge of modern principles, practices, and methods of appraisals, auditing, and accounting, including the proper classification of tangible property tax. It is essential that they also have knowledge in state revenue and taxation laws governing the preparation and processing of assessment rolls and the appraisal and auditing of property. They should have the ability to organize and prioritize timelines for self and others while completing multiple projects with competing priorities effectively and in a timely manner. Examples of Duties

• Performs appraisals of complex taxable commercial, industrial, rural, residential and agricultural personal property and fixtures.
• Inspects, measures and classifies structures to determine market value; inspects land and improvement changes to determine effects on value; calculates replacement costs, obsolescence, construction costs, resale value, and other pertinent factors; determines equitable and consistent property values and conclusions.
• Represents the department at assessment hearings; investigates and gathers facts and other documentation; reviews taxpayer records; audits taxpayers as necessary; resolves matters by stipulation or prepares recommendations.
• Responds to inquiries, complaints, and requests for information; interprets and applies regulations, policies, procedures, systems, rules, and precedents in response to inquiries and complaints from other County departments, various agencies, and the public.
• Performs a wide variety of general office and administrative duties.

Click on the position title below to view the full classification specification. | | Education, Experience & Licenses Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: All levels the Auditor-Appraiser series:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.

Auditor-Appraiser I:In addition to the above:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting or a closely related field.

Auditor-Appraiser II:In addition to the above:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting or a closely related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in accounting, auditing, or property appraisal.

Senior Auditor-Appraiser:In addition to the above:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business, accounting or a closely related field;
• Three (3) years experience performing appraisal audits and complex functions in support of a County assessment roll of which at least one (1) year must have been at the level of Auditor-Appraiser II with Tehama County.
• Three years experience at the level of Auditor Appraiser II or equivalent experience.

• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

License & Special Requirements: All levels the Auditor-Appraiser series:

• Requires a valid California driver's license.

Auditor-Appraiser I:

• Must be able to obtain, within six (6) months of hire, an Appraiser Certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization.

Auditor-Appraiser II:

• Requires an Appraiser Certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization.

Senior Auditor-Appraiser:

• Requires an Advanced Appraiser Certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization.

Recruitment Information The department is recruiting for one (1) vacancy. In addition, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future full-time vacancies for an Auditor-Appraiser I/II or Senior Auditor-Appraiser , as well as subsequent vacancies which occur during the life of the eligibility list. New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning step of the salary range. Candidates who exceed entry level qualifications may be considered, with approval from the Board of Supervisors, for placement at other than A step. Please upload ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and/or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered. For questions about this recruitment please contact: Jessica Prouty (530)###-#### | All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test and physical examination provided by the County. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANT / VETERANS' PREFERENCE POLICY / DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE NOTE: THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES. *Rates listed in this flyer represent a full-time employee's accrual rate and health insurance premium rate. Part-time employees will have pro-rated accruals and health insurance premium rates based on the number of hours they work. This position is represented by the Local 39 bargaining unit. SALARY:

• Annual salary step increases based upon satisfactory performance and completion of one year of employment (Step A to E).

HEALTH:

• Approximately 80% of the premium for medical, dental, and vision plan is paid by the County (EPO Plan). The plan covers the employee and all eligible dependents at NO ADDITIONAL COST!
• Employee premiums are $234.54 per month as of January 1, 2025 for employee and all eligible dependents.

PAID LEAVES:

• Benefits also include an annual paid leave plan of
  • 96 hours of vacation (increases upon continuous years of service)
  • 96 hours of sick leave
  • 14 paid holidays plus one 8 hour personal holiday

LIFE INSURANCE:

• Approximately 80% of the premium for a $30,000 life insurance plan for the employee is paid for by the County.

RETIREMENT:

• A retirement plan through CalPERS.
  • CalPERS Formulas:
    • Classic member = 2% @ 55
    • New Member = 2% @ 62
• A Deferred Compensation retirement plan option with a County match of up to a maximum of $60 per month.

ASSISTANCE & PROGRAMS:

• Employee Assistance Program: Provided to all employees and employee's family members at no cost.
• LiveHealth Online: Access to a medical provider 24/7 from the comfort of your home at NO COST!
• Lark: Diabetes Prevention Program
• Livongo: Diabetes Management Program
• Hinge Health: Lower Back & Joint Pain Program
• Carrum Health: Enhanced Surgery Benefits Program
• Assist to Own: Down Payment Assistance Program