Senior Assessment Technician

SENIOR ASSESSMENT TECHNICIAN

Assessor's Office

The mission of the Humboldt County Assessor's Office is to create equitable, timely, and accurate property tax assessments to fund public services in accordance with the California Constitution and the laws and regulations of the State of California and the State Board of Equalization. We are committed to integrity, mutual respect, and teamwork within our office, in conjunction with other County departments, and in our services to the public. 

This is a continuous recruitment and Human Resources reserves the right to cancel this recruitment at any time.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service
• Train staff
• Records management

Where You'll Do It:

Humboldt County Courthouse

825 5th St

Eureka, CA 95501

Please Note:This is lead position, and the successful candidate needs leadership skills and the ability to train staff. 

DEFINITION

Under direction, plans, schedules, coordinates and provides lead direction for technical office support staff and activities within the Assessor's Office; participates in development of secured and unsecured tax rolls; performs related work as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS 

This is the lead level in the assessment technical support series. The incumbent provides lead direction to a group of Assessment Technicians, and/or other assigned staff, and performs difficult, technical, complex or specialized work, requiring considerable contact with individuals both inside and outside the County.

• Provides lead direction, training and work review to Assessment Technicians and/or other assigned staff.
• Performs difficult, technical, complex or specialized work, requiring considerable contact with individuals both inside and outside the County.
• Provides input into selection decisions, performance evaluations and disciplinary matters.
• Trains staff in office and County procedures and specific departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains various records of the information used by the Assessor's Office to appraise real and personal property; prepares reports, correspondence and other written materials.
• Requests needed data from assessment staff and other departments.
• Works with appraisers to cancel taxes on land that has been acquired by public agencies.
• Processes and routes forms for reappraisal of properties due to natural disasters such as fire and earthquakes.
• Acts as an information source to the public regarding property appraisal information.
• Uses a variety of standard office equipment, including a computer and standard software applications.

Knowledge of:

• Basic supervisory principles and practices.
• Policies, procedures and terminology related to the Assessor's Office.
• Applicable laws, ordinances, rules and regulations.
• Office administrative practices and procedures, including records management and the operation of standard office equipment.
• Business arithmetic, including percentages and decimals.
• Business letter writing and the proper form for typed materials.
• Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Business data processing principles and the use of standard software applications or personal computing equipment.

Skill in: 

• Planning, assigning, reviewing and evaluating the work of others.
• Training others in work procedures.
• Reading, interpreting and applying rules, policies and procedures.
• Organizing, researching and maintaining office files.
• Composing correspondence independently or from brief instructions.
• Organizing and prioritizing work, meeting critical deadlines and following up on assignments with a minimum of supervision.
• Using initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Analyzing and resolving varied office administrative problems.
• Operating standard office equipment, including a word processor or computer terminal and centralized telephone equipment.
• Accurately interpreting legal documents pertaining to property appraisal such as legal property descriptions.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Other Requirements: 

Must possess a valid California driver's license.

Desirable Education and Experience: 

A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills outlined above is: One year of office and/or technical support related to the processing and preparation of assessment records experience at a level equivalent to the County's class of Assessment Technician II.

HOW TO APPLY

A complete, original application must be filed for each position you are interested in applying for. Applicants must apply online through the county's automated application system at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/humboldtcountyca. 

Applications must be submitted no later than the final filing date and time listed on the job flyer. 

It is important that your application shows all the relevant education and experience you possess. Human Resources staff does not consider or review resumes or attachments. Incomplete applications will be rejected. 

Please read the job requirements section of the announcement.  Be sure you meet these requirements since they will be carefully evaluated during the selection process.  

Your performance in any employment examinations will be compared with the performance of others who take the tests. All candidates who pass will be ranked according to their scores.  The examination results will be emailed to you as quickly as possible. 

SELECTION PROCEDURE

The county utilizes a set of rules to ensure that our hiring processes are fair and equitable.  Applications will be screened and those considered most qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Meeting the requirements does not guarantee inclusion into the selection process. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of additional application screening, written and/or practical exam(s), oral interview, or any combination thereof.

 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long does it take to fill out the application?

• You should allow 30 - 45 minutes to fill out your application. 

Can I change my application after submitting it?

• No. Once an application has been submitted, it is final. Applicants may submit a new application with updated information during the filing period if they wish. Only the most recent application submitted will be considered. All other applications will not be considered.

How long until I hear back from you and how can I check for updates on my application?

• You may receive communications regarding your application at different stages of the selection process. Important updates will be sent to the email address listed in your governmentjobs.com account at the time of notification. To ensure you don't miss any critical information, we recommend keeping your email address current and regularly checking both your inbox and junk mail folders throughout the process. You can also log into your governmentjobs.com account at any time to check your application status. If you have any questions about your application's progress, feel free to contact the County of Humboldt Human Resources Personnel Division at 707-476-2349 or personnel@co.humboldt.ca.us.

Will I be informed if I am not selected for an interview / Oral Exam?

• Yes, you will be informed via email if you are not selected for an interview / Oral Exam.

EMPLOYEE PERKS

• For more information about County benefits, visit our benefits webpage: https://humboldtgov.org/2492/Employee-Benefits. 
• For more details about employee perks, see our Employee Perks flyer: https://humboldtgov.org/DocumentCenter/View/115226/Employee-Perks-Flyer-. 

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

Research indicates that individuals in protected classes can be less likely to submit a job application. The County of Humboldt is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where our employees are free to bring their full selves to work each day in an environment that allows them to reach their full potential. The county Board of Supervisors has made organizational commitments to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and the county is working to ensure that these commitments are reflected in all we do. The county recognizes that certain populations (BIPOC, Disabled Persons, Veterans, LGBTQIA+ community members, etc.) face systemic and structural challenges which may inhibit their ability to satisfy every requirement of the position. In recognition of these structural and systemic factors, the Human Resources Department understands that experience can be gained in many ways - oftentimes, outside of formal institutions - and strives to take a holistic approach in assessing an applicant's qualifications for a position. 

If you're excited about this role but your past work experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply.

 CalPERS RETIREMENT PROGRAM

Employees fall into one of the following tiers based on the date you first start working for the county or any other employer that uses CalPERS for retirement.

• Tier I - Prior to 7/5/2012: 2.7% @ 55
• Tier II - Post 7/6/2012: 2% @ 55
• Tier III - Post 1/1/2013: 2% @ 62

If this is your first job with a CalPERS employer, you will be in Tier III.

• 2% means that for every year you work for the county, you will receive 2% of your maximum annual pay rate for every year that you work for us (or other CalPERS employers) if you work the required minimum number of years (that's called vesting) and retire after the age following the @.
• For example, if you work 20 years and retire at 62 years of age, you will receive 20 x 2% or 40% of the average of your three highest years of annual pay in retirement payments.
• For Safety Employees Only*

Employees fall into one of the following tiers based on the date you first start working for the county or any other employer that uses CalPERS for retirement.

• Tier I: Up to 12/31/2012: 3% @ 50
• Tier II: Post 1/1/2013: 2.7% @ 57

If this is your first job with a CalPERS employer, you will be in Tier II.

• 2.7% means that for every year you work for the county, you will receive 2.7% of your maximum annual pay rate for every year that you work for us (or other CalPERS employers) if you work the required minimum number of years (that's called vesting) and retire after the age following the @.
• If you work 20 years and retire at 57 years of age, you will receive 20 x 2.7% or 54% of your maximum annual pay rate every year in retirement payments.

POLICY OF NONDISCRIMINATION

The County of Humboldt does not discriminate based on mental or physical disability in the admission or access to, treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. The Human Resources Department is located in the Humboldt County Courthouse, which has an accessible entrance on 4th Street. Accessible parking is available adjacent to the 4th Street entrance and on the 4th Street side of the K Street lot. Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities or religious convictions. Contact the Human Resources Department at (707) 476-2349 well in advance of the examination to request an accommodation.

The county is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religion or religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, military service, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws or ordinances. 

MEDICAL EXAMINATION

A pre-employment medical examination provided by the county may be required upon offer of employment.

OTHER EXAMINATIONS

Some positions also require psychological evaluation and/or extensive background investigation.

LICENSES

Some classifications require possession of valid professional and/or technical licenses. Some classifications may require the possession of a valid California driver's license.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD

Persons appointed to regular county positions serve a probationary period. This is normally six (6) months but could be up to one (1) year. All designated safety employees serve a one-year probationary period.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY

It is the county's intention to hire only those workers who are authorized to work in the United States, pursuant to the Immigration Act of 1990. If you are offered employment, you will be required to verify your eligibility to work in the United States.  For law enforcement positions you will be required to verify your U.S. citizenship or legalized status.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS

All County of Humboldt employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the county requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.  THE COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE NECESSARY MODIFICATIONS TO THE EXAMINATION PLAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE HUMBOLDT COUNTY MERIT SYSTEM RULES.