Auditor Appraiser I/II/III

About the Opportunity

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The Stanislaus County Assessor's Office is looking for a full time team member to join the Business Division to perform audit-appraisals of property for property tax assessment purposes. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of audit-appraisal practices, is customer-focused, will have experience working with the public and willingness to be part of our team.

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THE POSITION
This is a block budgeted Auditor Appraiser I/II/III position. The chosen candidate(s) would be hired as either an Auditor Appraiser I, II or III, based on qualifications and experience. The Auditor Appraiser I entry-level position works in the Business Division of the Assessor's Office and examines, analyzes, and records information from accounting records in the audit of commercial, industrial, and farming establishments. This individual also examines real property appraisals. The Auditor Appraiser II examines, analyzes, and records information from accounting records in the audit of commercial, industrial, and farming establishments. This journey level position is expected to perform some of the more difficult audits and related duties as assigned.
The Auditor Appraiser III provides lead direction and field assistance to entry and journey level auditors and assists in the training and orienting of new auditors. This individual also assists in drafting operating policy and procedures for the business department and participates in the annual revision of the various property statement forms. Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Technical Services bargaining unit for labor relations purposes.

Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Technical Services bargaining unit for labor relations purposes.

Individuals who are in a full-time classification position are required to serve a twelve-month probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months, for a total of eighteen months.

Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding).

The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab.

Typical Tasks

AUDITOR APPRAISER I

• Process incoming property statements assigning the appropriate equipment valuation table for full value computation;
• Adjust and correct existing assessments;
• Perform appraisal of personal property and improvements of late filers or those who failed to file property statements;
• Discuss the audit findings with taxpayers and render a corresponding audit report in the form prescribed by the office and renders appropriate recommendations;
• Perform data gathering concerning valuation of taxable business property;
• Explain the filing of property statements and pertinent provisions of the Revenue and Taxation Code to the public;
• Provide customer service in person and over the phone;
• Assist taxpayers regarding information relative to their business assessments;
• Travel to perform job related assignments in and outside of Stanislaus County; and
• Conduct audit-appraisals of less difficult property statements analyzing the taxpayer's accounting records, reviewing financial statements and income tax returns to determine the accuracy of the data reported on the Property Statement.

AUDITOR APPRAISER II: Auditor Appraiser I tasks plus:

• Perform moderately complex audit-appraisals ; and
• Explain assessment procedures to taxpayers and resolve questions or disagreements.

AUDITOR APPRAISER III: Auditor Appraiser I & II tasks plus:

• Review audit reports of other auditors for completeness, accuracy and compliance with established audit guidelines and observances to applicable provisions of the Revenue and Taxation Code;
• Perform the more difficult and complex audit-appraisals;
• Check and approve property statements processed by other business department staff;
• Provide lead direction and field assistance to entry and journey level auditors;
• Provide assistance in drafting operating policy and procedures for the business department and participates in the annual revision of the various property statement forms;
• Attend conferences and other meetings as a representative of the office and takes part in the preparation of briefs for presentation to the Assessment Appeals Board and in court;
• Assist in the training and orienting of new auditors; and
• Assist in the periodic evaluation of subordinate personnel.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience)

KNOWLEDGE

AUDITOR APPRAISER I/II

• Auditing and/or accounting principles and procedures.

AUDITOR APPRAISER III - Listed above plus

• The purpose, organization and function of a local Assessor's Office;
• Auditing and/or accounting principles and procedures;
• Revenue and Taxation Code;
• Fair Market Value;
• Form used in the auditing section of the Assessor's Office;
• Standard approaches to value such as market, income, and cost; and
• Principle, practices and techniques of training.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

AUDITOR APPRAISER I

• Learn to read and analyze Property Statements, accounting records and financial documents;
• Learn the Revenue and Taxation Code and various State-published handbooks relating to the assessment of taxable personal property and improvements;
• Prepare concise and accurate audit narratives and related reports;
• Explain audit findings to taxpayers in a tactful manner;
• Counsel taxpayers for proper reporting;
• Communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing;
• Travel to various work sites; and
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt to changing technology.

AUDITOR APPRAISER II and III - All those listed above, plus:

• Read and analyze Property Statements, accounting records, and financial documents;
• Compose business letters to audited taxpayers; and
• Communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.

We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE


AUDITOR APPRAISER I

PATTERN I

• Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with an accounting degree or a specialization in accounting with 18 semester units of accounting and/or auditing.

PATTERN II

• Is a licensed Accountant in the State of California.

PATTERN III

• Passed the State, or a county, or city and county, or city civil servant or merit system examination regularly given for the position of Accountant or Auditor by the testing body.

AUDITOR APPRAISER II


PATTERN I

• Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with an accounting degree or a specialization in accounting with 18 semester units of accounting and/or auditing.

PATTERN II

• Is a licensed Accountant in the State of California.

PATTERN III

• Passed the State, or a county, or city and county, or city civil servant or merit system examination regularly given for the position of Accountant or Auditor by the testing body.

PLUS

• At least eighteen (18) months of responsible experience in accounting, auditing or a closely related field.

AUDITOR APPRAISER III
PATTERN I

• Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with an accounting degree or a specialization in accounting with 18 semester units of accounting and/or auditing.

PATTERN II

• Is a licensed Accountant in the State of California.

PATTERN III

• Passed the State, or a county, or city and county, or city civil servant or merit system examination regularly given for the position of Accountant or Auditor by the testing body.

PLUS:

• Four (4) years progressive experience as an Auditor-Appraiser in any public agency such as in a Federal, State, or County office.

Auditor-Appraiser II currently on our staff:

• See current Block Budget III promotional guidelines.
  

IN ADDITION to all classifications and patterns:

• Possess a valid certificate as an Appraiser issued by the California Board of Equalization or obtain said certificate within one (1) year of hire. Failure to obtain a permanent certificate within one (1) year will result in dismissal; AND
• Possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License.

Proof of education and experience will be required for verification purposes after the eligible list has been established as part of the selection interview process. Proof of education (transcripts and/or degree) may be attached at the time of online application submission if available.

Auditor Appraiser I is a Veterans' Preference Program eligible job classification. For more information, please click here.

Application and Selection Procedures

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE

Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County.

• Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
• Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position.
• Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts.
• Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months but may be extended up to eighteen months.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Application Deadline: November 8, 2024
Oral Examination: Week of November 18, 2024

Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County .

GENERAL INFORMATION

Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation.

Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver’s license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions.

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Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627.

Benefits associated with this position can be found at Benefits Summary .

Closing Date/Time: 11/8/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

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