Real Property Technical Assistant

The Position

Why Join the Contra Costa County Assessor's Department?
Contra Costa County is one of the largest employers in the area offering multiple career opportunities in public service. The Contra Costa County Assessor’s Office discovers and assesses all property within the County; produces and delivers an assessment roll by July 1 of each year; values all real property; audits all entities doing business in the County; values all taxable personal property; establishes and maintains a set of 11,000 maps for assessment purposes; delineates every parcel of land in the County, and provides a public information service to assist taxpayers with questions about property ownership and assessment. The Assessor’s Office is seeking to fill three permanent full-time Real Property Technical Assistant vacancies.

The eligible list from this recruitment may also be used to fill current or future vacancies in the Public Works Department. We are looking for someone who:

• Is professional and able to work in a team environment
• Has a positive attitude and a strong work ethic
• Is able to work independently, prioritize workloads, and manage assignment deadlines
• Is capable of analyzing and interpreting data
• Is able to communicate effectively and professionally
• Has a high level of organizational skills
• Is adaptable and flexible

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Resolving property description discrepancies by working with title companies and drafters
• Determining re-appraisability of non-standard property transfers by analysis of deeds
• Calculating values based upon appraiser's data and completing appraisal worksheets
• Extracting historical cost of improvements after researching archival records
• Outlining architectural drawings in preparation for computations of square footage
• Researching the appropriate asset tables for computation of personal property account values
• Performing field activities such as photographing property, measuring, discovering new businesses, canvassing for new construction, and inventorying sold properties
• Researching market rent information and property records for Proposition 8 appeals

A few reasons you might love this job:

• Your work will have a direct impact on the surrounding community
• You will have the opportunity to work both independently and as part of a team
• You will work in a collaborative and supportive environment

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• You will occasionally deal with challenging or difficult taxpayers/representatives
• You will work in a fast-paced environment
• You will work in a large county with varying needs

Competencies Required:
Analyzing & Interpreting Data: Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative dataCritical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claimsDelivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risksAttention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work productsSelf-Management: Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependabilityOral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogueMathematical Facility: Performing computations and solving mathematical problemsReading Comprehension: Understanding and using written informationUsing Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applicationsAction & Results Focused: Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishmentAdaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requiresWriting: Communicating effectively in writing
To read the complete job description, please visit the website, https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta/classspecs/5286

The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.

Minimum Qualifications

License Required: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of state valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License will be accepted during the application process.

Education: Possession of high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalency or a high school proficiency certificate.

Experience: Four years of full-time or its equivalent clerical experience at least two years of which must have included processing documents for real property transactions, tax assessments, civil engineering projects, or other land use activities.

Substitution: Successful completion of 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university which included at least 18 semester (or 27 quarter) units in accounting, business, economics, marketing, real estate, or a closely related field; and two (2) years of full-time or its equivalent clerical experience processing documents for real property transactions, tax assessments, civil engineering projects, or other land use activities in Contra Costa County.

Selection Process

Application Filing and Evaluation: Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.

Remote Oral Interview: Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications will be invited via email to complete a Remote Oral Interview. This assessment will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the job. Candidates must achieve an average passing score of 70% or higher on each of the competencies, which may include, but are not limited to: Analyzing & Interpreting Data, Critical Thinking, Delivering Results, Attention to Detail, Self-Management, & Oral Communication. (Weighed 100%)

Tentative Dates:

Remote Oral Interview: 10/28/2024

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails.

For recruitment specific questions, please contact Alex Johnson at Alex.Johnson @hrd.cccounty.us. For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources Department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. 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.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

Closing Date/Time: 10/16/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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• Contra Costa County Human Resources Department

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