Senior Appraiser

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Appraiser to join our Assessor team! In this role, you’ll take on the challenge of appraising some of the region’s most distinctive and complex properties— from sweeping rural farmland and luxury estates to vibrant commercial centers, massive industrial facilities, and scenic recreational landmarks. As the leader of a talented appraisal team, you’ll inspire, mentor, and set the standard for excellence. Every valuation you oversee will be fair, precise, and firmly grounded in laws and codes— directly shaping property tax assessments that help our communities thrive. Your expertise and leadership won’t just guide the work- you’ll elevate the entire team.

The option for hybrid remote work schedule may be available based on the type of work and operational needs

THE REQUIREMENTS: Any combination of education and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying, unless otherwise specified. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: 

ONE YEAR OF EXPERIENCE PERFORMING DUTIES COMPARABLE TO AN APPRAISER II IN SANTA CRUZ COUNTY

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License, or the ability to provide suitable transportation which is approved by the appointing authority; MUST QUALIFY TO OBTAIN A TEMPORARY APPRAISER’S CERTIFICATE ISSUED BY THE CALIFORNIA STATE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION AND MUST OBTAIN A VALID APPRAISER’S CERTIFICATE WITHIN THE FIRST TWELVE MONTHS OF EMPLOYMENT. Background Investigation: Fingerprinting is required.

KNOWLEDGE: Thorough knowledge of real property appraisal and assessment principles, practices and techniques; and principles of land economics and real property valuation. Working knowledge of California tax laws, rules and regulations; and building depreciation and other factors which change property values. Some knowledge of principles and practices of supervision and training; and application of data processing to appraisal operations.

ABILITY TO: Supervise, train and evaluate the work of subordinate staff; make accurate appraisals of complex properties; read, interpret, explain and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures that relate to the Assessor's Office; walk rugged terrain and climb through partially built structures; establish and maintain an effective working relationship with others; prepare accurate detailed records, reports, training materials and procedures manuals; make complex mathematical computations; analyze and solve complex technical appraisal problems; prepare and present Assessment Appeals cases; make effective oral presentations; review and monitor appraisals prepared by others for equity, accuracy and conformance to laws and codes; read and interpret maps, blue prints, sketches and legal property descriptions; learn to input, access and analyze data using a computer; lift and carry buckets of parcel folders weighing up to 25 pounds; and perform field inspections at the airport, harbor, building sites or campgrounds.

Women, people of color and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you have a disability that requires test accommodation, please call (831) 454-2600.