THE CURRENT VACANCY IS IN THE SHASTA COUNTY
ASSESSOR-RECORDER DEPARTMENT
ORAL EXAM IS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR JULY 2026
SEE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS SECTION REGARDING
POSSESSION OF A VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE
RESPONSES TO SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS REQUIRED
FINAL FILING DATE: JULY 13, 2026 AT 5:00 PM
SALARY INFORMATION
Real Property Appraiser I: $4,502 -$5746 APPROXIMATE MONTHLY* / $25.97 -$33.15 APPROXIMATE HOURLY*
Real Property Appraiser II $5,212 -$6,653 APPROXIMATE MONTHLY* / $30.07 -$38.38 APPROXIMATE HOURLY*
Real Property Appraiser III: $5,746-$7,335 APPROXIMATE MONTHLY* / $33.15-$42.32 APPROXIMATE HOURLY*
This position is in the UPEC- Professional bargaining unit. Please refer to the applicable bargaining unit labor agreement (Memorandum of Understanding) for potential future salary increases: Shasta County Labor Agreements
ABOUT SHASTA COUNTY
Shasta County offers all the amenities of the big city while retaining a comfortable small-town atmosphere. With its natural beauty, affordable housing, excellent educational system, abundance of recreational opportunities, and excellent quality of life, Shasta County is a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The County Assessor and County Recorder are consolidated into one department.
The County Assessor prepares the Annual Assessment Roll and Supplemental Assessment Roll which reflect the taxable values of land, improvements, and personal property. The annual roll indicates the current status of ownership, the owner's mailing address, and the existence of any exemptions. To prepare the roll, the Assessor must discover, classify, and appraise all locally assessable property according to constitutional, statutory, and administrative requirements.
The County Recorder records any instrument, paper, or notice (such as deed or deed of trust) authorized or required by law to be recorded upon payment of the proper fees and taxes. In addition, the Recorder maintains and indexes the vital records of birth, death, and marriages.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Real Property Appraiser I:
Under close supervision, to learn to make appraisals of real property for tax assessment purposes; and to do other related work as required.
Real Property Appraiser II/III:
Under general supervision, to make appraisals of residential, commercial, industrial, and rural real properties for tax assessment purposes; and to do related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Real Property Appraiser I:
This is an entry level classification in which incumbents are trained to perform, initially under close supervision, field, and office assignments in real property appraisal work. Advancement is to the Real Property Appraiser II which is the experienced level to which employees are expected to promote when they acquire the necessary qualifications as well as meeting the departmental performance standards.
Real Property Appraiser II:
This is the fully qualified working level. Incumbents are expected to be able to independently appraise a wide variety of rural and residential properties as well as perform, under supervision, the more standardized routine appraisals of homogenous commercial and industrial or other specialized properties within an assigned geographic area or property class.
Real Property Appraiser III:
This is the advanced journey classification within a series consisting of Real Property Appraiser I, II, and III. At this level, an incumbent is expected to handle the most complex and technically difficult residential and rural appraisal work and complex commercial and industrial or other specialized properties. Also, a Real Property Appraiser III may assist the Senior Supervising Real Property Appraiser with the training of less experienced Appraisers. This position may also assist the Senior Specialist Real Property Appraiser with the appraisal of commercial and industrial properties.
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Real Property Appraiser I:
Make investigations and field studies and analyze data to aid in the appraisal of residential and rural properties; gather information and measure and plot land and improvements; collect, analyze and tabulate data in the areas of sales, rental and costs of real and other property; make economic and cost studies of various types of properties; make and verify computations involved in cost estimating and appraising; prepare letters and reports; meet the public and answer inquiries concerning appraisals
Real Property Appraiser II:
Makes investigations and analyzes data in the appraisal of real property; makes field studies and appraisals of a wide variety of rural and residential properties and less complex commercial and industrial properties; gathers information and measures and plots land and improvements; collects, analyzes and tabulates data on sales, rentals, new construction, change of ownership and costs of real and other properties; assists in making economic and cost studies of various types of properties; handles complaints on appraisals, recommends adjustments as appropriate; may appear at hearings.
Real Property Appraiser III:
Appraise complex residential, rural, or other unusual properties whose appraisal involves unique or more difficult problems; appraise and/or assist in the appraisal of commercial and industrial properties; investigate and analyze data on appraisal of difficult properties; analyze cost approach, comparable sales approach, and income approach to determine a fair and equitable value; analyze recorded maps, assessor’s maps, satellite imagery, topographic maps and aerial photos; inform taxpayers regarding homeowners and other exemptions; estimate replacement costs, obsolescence, new construction costs, resale value, changes of ownership, and other pertinent factors by obtaining information from interviews with owners, contractors, real estate agents and others; prepare verbal and written reports and make recommendations based on field investigations; prepare and present cases before appeals hearing board; assist in the training of less experienced appraisers within this series.
Any combination of education and experience sufficient to directly demonstrate possession and application of the following:
Real Property Appraiser I:
Knowledge of: Basic concepts of property appraisals for tax assessment purposes.
Ability to: Learn and apply the principles and techniques of appraisal work for tax assessment purposes; assemble and analyze data and draw logical conclusions; keep detailed records and prepare accurate reports; make arithmetical calculations and charts, and descriptions in connection with appraisal work; maintain cooperative relationships with persons contacted in the course of work.
Real Property Appraiser II:
Knowledge of: Appraisal methods, procedures and terminology involved in the valuation of real property and the principles underlying the appraisal process; provisions of the State Constitution and Revenue and Taxation Code pertaining to the assessment of real property for tax assessment purposes; common methods of describing real property.
Ability to: Apply appraisal principles and techniques in the equitable and impartial appraisal of a wide variety of residential and rural properties and the more standardized and homogenous commercial and industrial properties; prepare accurate appraisal reports; work independently in the absence of supervision; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Real Property Appraiser III:
Knowledge of: Appraisal methods, procedures and terminology involved in the valuation of complex real property and the principles underlying the appraisal process; provisions of the State Constitution and Revenue and Taxation Code pertaining to the assessment of real property for tax assessment purposes; common methods of describing real property; procedures, training practices and work assignment objectives of the Assessor's office.
Ability to: Apply appraisal principles and techniques in the equitable and impartial appraisal of a wide variety of residential, rural, commercial and industrial properties; make technical interpretations and applications of pertinent rules and codes to complex appraisal matters; handle the most complex and technically difficult real property appraisals; prepare accurate appraisal reports; work independently in the absence of supervision; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work; assist with the development of less experienced staff; effectively use electronic automation; present effective testimony and data at hearings.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below.
Real Property Appraiser I:
EITHER
Completion of the core courses required for a bachelor's degree in economics, business administration, mathematics, real estate, or other closely related curriculum;
OR
Four (4) years of relevant experience within the last ten (10) years in any of the following occupations: an accountant, auditor, real property appraiser, building cost estimator, engineer, real estate loan agent, real estate loan underwriter, right-of-way agent, licensed building contractor, real estate licensee; or an appraiser aide in an assessor’s office; or an employee, other than an appraiser trainee, of an assessor’s office, except that such employment time shall be limited to qualifying for only 2/3 of the four-year experience requirement (the other 1/3 shall be accumulated by other relevant experience as described above or by education in an accredited institution of higher education).
Real Property Appraiser II:
One (1) year of experience equivalent to a Real Property Appraiser I with Shasta County.
Real Property Appraiser III:
Five (5) years of experience in appraisal work for tax assessment purposes;
OR
Four (4) years of experience equivalent to a Real Property Appraiser II in Shasta County AND hold an “Advanced Appraiser’s Certificate” from the California Board of Equalization.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Real Property Appraiser I/II/III:
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Possession of a valid California driver’s license.
Real Property Appraiser I:
Incumbents will have one (1) year from date of appointment to this class to obtain a valid appraiser's certificate from the California State Board of Equalization. Failure to obtain the certificate within one (1) year will be cause for termination of employment in this class.
Real Property Appraiser II:
Possession of a valid certificate as an appraiser issued by the California State Board of Equalization.
Real Property Appraiser III:
Possession of a valid advanced certificate as an appraiser issued by the California State Board of Equalization.
At the discretion of the Department Head, the advanced certificate requirement may be waived if, through no fault of the employee, training classes were not available to obtain the advanced certificate.
Satisfactory performance evaluations.
Demonstrated satisfactory level of production at the Real Property Appraiser II level.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
Responses to the following must be submitted with a completed application.
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Have you successfully completed the core courses required for a bachelor's degree in economics, business administration, mathematics, real estate, or other closely related curriculum? Yes / No If “Yes,” please list the courses and number of college units per class. If “No,” type N/A.
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Do you possess four (4) years of relevant experience within the last ten (10) years in any of the following occupations: an accountant, auditor, real property appraiser, building cost estimator, engineer, real estate loan agent, real estate loan underwriter, right-of-way agent, licensed building contractor, real estate licensee; or an appraiser aide in an assessor’s office; or an employee, other than an appraiser trainee, of an assessor’s office, except that such employment time shall be limited to qualifying for only 2/3 of the four-year experience requirement (the other 1/3 shall be accumulated by other relevant experience as described above or by education in an accredited institution of higher education). Yes / No If “Yes,” please provide details including, but not limited to, employers, dates of employment, and job duties. If “No,” type N/A.
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Do you possess one (1) year of experience equivalent to a Real Property Appraiser I with Shasta County? Yes / No If “Yes,” please provide details including, but not limited to, employers, dates of employment, and job duties. If “No,” type N/A.
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Do you possess a valid certificate as an appraiser issued by the California State Board of Equalization. Yes / No
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Do you possess five (5) years of experience in appraisal work for tax assessment purposes? Yes / No If “Yes,” please provide details including, but not limited to, employers, dates of employment, and job duties. If “No,” type N/A.
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Do you possess four (4) years of experience equivalent to a Real Property Appraiser II in Shasta County AND hold an “Advanced Appraiser’s Certificate” from the California Board of Equalization? Yes / No If “Yes,” please provide details including, but not limited to, employers, dates of employment, and job duties. If “No,” type N/A.
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I acknowledge this position requires a valid California driver's license. Yes / No
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Real Property Appraiser I/II/III:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Shasta County Personnel will accept applications and responses to the supplemental questions until 5:00 p.m., on July 13, 2026.A resume and/or cover letter will be accepted in addition to the application but will not serve as a substitute for a completed application. It is not acceptable to complete the application with statements such as “Refer to resume and/or cover letter,” or “See attached resume and/or cover letter.” The application must be completed in its entirety prior to submission. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Closing date postmarks or faxes will not be accepted. This recruitment will establish a list that may or may not be used by other departments. Prior applicants must reapply to be considered.
Applicants will be screened and those considered best qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Meeting the announced requirements does not guarantee inclusion in 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.
Veterans' Credit: Veterans (as defined by California Government Code section 18973) who have been discharged from military service under conditions other than dishonorable and who receive a passing score on all components of the employment examinations (up to and including oral examinations) shall receive credit for an additional five points to be added to their final examination score. To be considered for this credit, a veteran must provide a copy of his or her discharge document (DD-214 or equivalent) and information as to the type of discharge (honorable, dishonorable, etc.) with the employment application on or before the final filing date. Applicants are encouraged to apply online at www.ShastaCountyCareers.com or submit an application to the Shasta County Personnel Office.
Arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities. Requests for accommodations may be made to the Shasta County Personnel Office by the filing deadline posted on this bulletin. Shasta County does not discriminate on the basis of disability. If you feel you are being denied service based on a disability, our ADA Coordinator may be reached at (530) 225-5515; relay service (800) 735-2922; fax (530) 225-5345.
Shasta County will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Shasta County is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting Fair Chance Act | CRD.
SHASTA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Shasta County Personnel
1450 Court Street, Suite 348; Redding, CA 96001; (530) 225-5515
