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This job posting was last updated on November 10, 2020 *Due to recent budget reductions, employees in these classifications are required to furlough 104 hours between June 21, 2020 and July 20, 2021. New employees will have their required furlough hours prorated based on hire date. *Effective July 2022: 2% Salary Increase will be applied. Under general supervision, performs work of routine difficulty in the development and modification of software application programs in support of the information processing needs of city departments; to perform both routine and complex technical and administrative tasks related to the development and operation of the system; and to perform related duties as required. Incumbents may be assigned to any of the following assignments: General Programming or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and related programming. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: This position receives functional supervision from the Systems and Programming Supervisor and performs a variety of software analysis functions in support of various user department needs. This position may receive technical direction from the Senior Programmer Analyst in completing particular assignments. This position requires knowledge of a broader range of applications programs, operating systems and division operations than the Programmer Analyst I classification. APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS: The previous vacancy assigned to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) has been filled. There is currently 1 full-time vacancy assigned to Laserfiche Document Imaging System. Applications must be completed and submitted online. This recruitment will remain open until filled and may close without prior notice, therefore prompt application is encouraged. The next application review date is November 30, 2020. Candidates are required to provide specific information regarding their education and experience as it relates to the position by completing all fields of the application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Do not include text or attached resumes, as they will not be accepted or reviewed in the application process. Based upon the information presented on the application, a limited number of candidates who possess qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include, but is not limited to the following components: application review and evaluation, written examination or exercise, physical examination, practical exercise and interview evaluation. Please notify the Human Resources Division 72 hours in advance of the test date if you have a disability which requires accommodation for the testing process. The eligibility list will be in effect for one (1) year, unless exhausted sooner. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be utilized to fill lower-level vacancies which occur during the life of the list. It is recommended you use a personal email address on your application instead of a work email address. Notifications during this recruitment will be sent by email only (regardless of the notification preference selected during the online application process). Notifications will be sent to the email address that is listed on your online application. All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully passing all components of the pre-employment process which may include, but is not limited to: comprehensive background check, criminal history check (Live Scan fingerprint check), polygraph examination, post-offer psychological evaluation and post-offer medical evaluation (may include drug screen). Note: The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained within may be modified or revoked without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Description REVISED The City of Ventura is hiring! We have an immediate vacancy in a key position within the organization. Come join our team as we align our workforce to better serve our community together - they're counting on us. We are continuing to accept applications for the position of Systems Analyst I/II . The City currently has one vacancy in this classification and will be filing this position immediately. The Systems Analyst is part of the Information Technology Division and serves all City Departments. The Systems Analyst works under general supervision and is responsible for analyzing, designing, and implementing business information systems for the City. This position functions as a technical resource in partnership with City Departments in delivering business information system solutions to meet the City of Ventura's operational and strategic technology goals. The ideal candidate for this position will have demonstrated 1) previous experience with SharePoint administration and sites, 2) experience in public-facing websites and content management, 3) previous experience with application development using low-code or no-code platforms, 4) knowledge of database concepts, 5) well-versed with Microsoft applications like SharePoint, Office 365 and Azure, 6) knowledge of Linux, JotForm, and Airtable is preferred, familiar with CI/CD methods and tools and 7) experience functioning as a team player with the ability to conduct user group meetings and interact with various business users. This classification is flexibly staffed, and the position may be filled at either level depending on the qualifications of the incumbent and the staffing needs of the City. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The City offers a total compensation package that includes both a generous salary and other benefits! Refer to the benefits tab on the job posting for more information. This is a continuous recruitment with a first review date of Friday, January 15, 2021 . To be considered for this rewarding opportunity, please complete an online City Job Application and supplemental questionnaire. For initial consideration, please submit your application and supplemental questionnaire by the first review date. Please note, the recruitment may close without notice at any time after the first review date. For additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position, refer to the job descriptions located on the City's Career Page at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs or by selecting here Systems Analyst . If you have questions about the recruitment process please contact Human Resources at recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov . Minimum Qualifications Systems Analyst I : A combination of training, education and experience equivalent to completion of high school and some college coursework in computer science, business administration, geography, or a related field and at least one year of experience in software application analysis, programming and implementation of enterprise or departmental business systems. Positions assigned to support the Geographic Information System require one year of experience in application analysis and programming of geographic information systems, utilizing ArcGIS online and ArcPro. A Bachelor's degree in computer science, management information systems, mathematics, engineering or related field is highly desirable. Systems Analyst II : In addition to the education and training described above, requires three years of increasingly responsible experience in application analysis, system design, programming and implementation of enterprise or departmental business systems. Prior public agency experience is preferred. License : Depending on assignment, possession of a valid California Class C driver license may be required. Selection Process Submit a City application and supplemental questions by the filing deadline. The preferred method to submit your application is on-line at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs . If you are unable to submit an online application, you may request paper application materials by calling (805) 654-7853 during regular business hours or emailing recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov. Paper applications and answers to the supplemental questionnaire can be Faxed to (805) 648-4467 or mailed to City Hall at: 501 Poli Street, Room 210; Ventura, CA 93001. If you FAX, it is highly recommended that you also send the original documents via mail. It is important that your City job application show all the relevant education, training and experience you possess. Resumes and cover letters may be attached to your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application. Submitting an incomplete application, may disqualify you from further consideration in the recruitment process. Application Filing Deadline : Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted on a continuous basis. The first review of applications will take place on Friday, January 15, 2021 . For initial consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply before this date. Please note, the recruitment may close without notice at any time after the first review date. Department Selection Interview : A select number of candidates will be invited to a panel interview process that will be scheduled once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received for this position . Selected candidates will be notified of specifics at any time after the first review date. Please note, given the current COVID-19 situation, initial panel interviews may be conducted via video teleconference. Selected applicants will be notified of specifics at the appropriate time. The department selection interviews will be scheduled promptly after the panel interview process is completed. The Eligibility List established for this classification may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail: recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov. Diversity and Inclusion The City of Ventura values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the City derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in public service, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they're counting on us. The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!Continuous

First day of filing: December 4, 2020 @ 8:00 A.M., PT Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice . EXAM NUMBER: Y7198L OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD, UPDATE SALARY INFORMATION, APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 27 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS annually provides direct care for over 600,000, unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of over $6.2 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from MISSION: "To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care" DEFINITION: Has responsibility on a shift for the operation and maintenance of a combined high-pressure heating and central refrigeration plant - OR - in a very large facility, has responsibility on a shift for assignments which include either the operation and maintenance of a high-pressure heating plant or refrigeration plant - OR - is assigned to a geographic area of major multi-hospital medical center which requires maintenance and operation of steam reducing stations, ventilation and refrigeration equipment, and various mechanical and electrical equipment and controls. Essential Job Functions Operates, maintains, repairs, and inspects manual and automatic gas and oil fired high-pressure steam or high temperature hot water boilers. Operates, maintains, repairs, and inspects motors, turbines and steam driven equipment, steam reducing stations, expansion tanks, air compressors, supply and exhaust fans, various kinds of pumps and valves, steam traps, water treatment systems, water heaters and other heating plant auxiliary equipment. Operates, maintains, repairs, and inspects reciprocating, centrifugal or absorption central air conditioning machinery including condensers, evaporators, cooling towers, pumps, purge tanks and related equipment. Adjusts, maintains, tests, and calibrates boiler and air conditioning machinery and mechanical, electrical or pneumatic control instruments and safety devices. Tests boiler water, condensate, cooling tower water, and water from other systems, and adds corrective chemicals. Inspects, adjusts, repairs, and maintains refrigeration units for food storage boxes. Inspects oxygen and vacuum systems for proper pressure and operating conditions. Tests, operates, and maintains emergency diesel powered electric generating equipment. Inspects fire alarm systems and main electrical distribution stations for proper operating conditions. Keeps logs of plant operations and records maintenance and repair work performed. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Option I : Completion of a Stationary Engineer's or Operation/Maintenance Engineer's apprentice* program - OR - **Option II : Five (5) years' experience in the operation and maintenance of high or low pressure gas or oil fired boilers and auxiliary equipment, one year of which must have been in the operation and maintenance of refrigeration equipment. One year of classroom training from a trade school, college, a branch of military service, or other equivalent accredited school in the operation, maintenance, and repair of refrigeration equipment, combustion controls or industrial controls equipment, boilers, or water treatment systems related to power plant operations, in any combination, may be substituted for one year of the required special experience. License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. An Unlimited Steam Engineer's License issued by the City of Los Angeles' Department of Building and Safety. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved Universal Technician Certificate in compliance with Federal license requirements as provided in Chapter V, Section 608. Physical Class III - Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Additional Information Special Requirement Information: *Applicants who expect to qualify under OPTION I , through the completion of a Stationary Engineer's or Operation/Maintenance Engineer's apprentice program MUST attach a legible photocopy of the apprentice program certificate of completion to the application during the exam process. **Applicants who expect to qualify under OPTION II , with one year of classroom training, MUST ATTACH DOCUMENTATION as proof of the training to the application during the exam process. Certificate/License Information: Please make sure to fill out the Certificate/License Section of your application. In addition, you MUST attach a photocopy of the required license and certificate to your application at the time of filing. Applicants submitted without the required evidence of licensure and certification will be rejected as incomplete. The required license, permit or certificate MUST be current and unrestricted; conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license, permit or certificate will not be accepted. OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an oral interview covering job preparation, knowledge and skills, problem solving ability and oral communication, weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or above on this examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. SPECIAL INFORMATION : Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. VACANCY INFORMATION: The current vacancies are located within the LAC+USC Medical Center, 1200 N. State Street, Los Angeles, CA 90033. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : Applications must be filed online only. Hardcopy/paper applications submitted by U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements . Provide relevant experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job position. Do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your job position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification . We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment . Utilizing verbiage from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Resume" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . NOTE : If you are unable to attach required documents, you must e-mail the documents to the exam analyst, within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please provide your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Eric Sanchez, Exam Analyst (323) 914-7072 esanchez3@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE : (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 Closing Date/Time:

EXAM NUMBER: PH1760F FIRST DAY OF FILING : Beginning Monday, June 22, 2020, at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Time (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity Position Information: Supervises and directs the work of Epidemiologists and professional support staff in the provision of planning, designing, implementing, and evaluating multiple health-related surveillance systems, epidemiological studies and field investigations. Classification Standards: Positions allocable to this class report to a physician or higher-level manager and are responsible for providing administrative and technical supervision to Epidemiologists and other professional research and support staff. Positions direct the planning, design, implementation, and analysis of multiple epidemiological studies, including large field investigations and surveillance systems in a health program. This responsibility includes the coordination of epidemiology operations and activities across surveillance systems, studies, and field investigation in addition to overseeing complex data analyses. Some assignments in this class require positions to function as senior-level epidemiologist, which may not involve direct supervision of lower-level staff, by performing highly complex and specialized epidemiological studies and projects that incorporate and have significant impact on multiple public health program areas. These positions also provide highly specialized guidance and direction to Epidemiologists and other professionals in a variety of public health program areas and may coordinate the work and activities of epidemiology teams across multiple public health epidemiology programs. Essential Job Functions Supervises and provides technical direction to Epidemiologists and other professional research staff conducting multiple health-related epidemiological studies, field investigations, and surveillance systems including large-scale and high profile outbreak investigations. Functions as a primary or lead liaison with state and federal public health officials on epidemiology and surveillance activities related to a specific content area (e.g., HIV/AIDS, environmental health tracking, maternal-child health, or chronic non-infectious diseases). Provides oversight of grants and cooperative agreements that support epidemiological studies and surveillance activities. Conducts complex epidemiological analysis that involve large datasets, or linkage of multiple datasets, and require complex statistical analysis such as multivariate methods and advanced biostatics techniques (e.g., non-parametric regression or hierarchical regression). Represents the Department as a specialized or content-area epidemiology specialist on external committees, expert panels, and planning bodies. Functions as the primary or lead author on manuscripts for publication in peer-review journals and presents research findings at professional meetings. Advises programs on program evaluations that require complex research designs. Requirements Meet the one of the following requirement options at the time of filing in order to move forward in the exam process: Option I: Two years of post degree journey-level** experience planning, designing, implementing, and evaluating health-related surveillance systems, epidemiological studies and field investigations at the level of Los Angeles County classification of Epidemiologist*** . -OR- Option II: A Master's* degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in epidemiology or its equivalent -and- five (5) years of post degree experience designing, conducting, and evaluating epidemiological studies and field investigations. -OR- Option III: A Doctoral* degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in epidemiology or its equivalent -and- two (2) years of post degree experience designing, conducting, and evaluating epidemiological studies and field investigations. License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class: 2 - Light : Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Special Requirement Information: *In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Master's Degree or higher, you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcript(s), or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the area of specialization and the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information) All documents must be attached to your application at the time of filing, or e-mailed to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected as incomplete. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40-hour week. ** Journey - level experience applies to a person who has completed an apprenticeship program or is an experienced worker, not a trainee, and is fully qualified and able to perform a specific trade without supervision. ***Experience at the level of Los Angeles County classification of Epidemiologist includes having a Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with specialization in epidemiology or its equivalent and experience planning, designing, implementing, evaluating, and managing health-related surveillance systems, original epidemiological studies and field investigations; and provides consultation to departmental staff and external health partners on epidemiological research methodology and design. No Out-of-Class Experience or Verification of Experience letters will be accepted. Desirable Qualifications: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications beyond the required experience: Additional full time post degree experience beyond the requirements. Full time work experience using Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping software to perform thematic mapping and spatial analysis with spatial analyst (e.g., density) and/or spatial statistics tools (e.g., analyzing patterns, mapping clusters). Full time work experience working with Statistical Analysis Software (SAS) package, Microsoft ACCESS, and Microsoft Excel or similar programs to import/export, manage large data sets (data cleaning, data mining, data matching/merging), and analyze data (e.g., descriptive statistics). Full time work experience working with qualitative and quantitative methods, trend data, and cross-sectional data. Full time work experience working with public health programs such as (e.g., Chronic Disease, HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis etc.) Additional Information Our Assessment Process: Once we have determined that you meet one of our education and experience requirement options described above, our assessment process will consist of an evaluation of experience based on application information and desirable qualifications at the time of filing weighted 100%. Applicants must meet one of our education and experience requirement options described above and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination (assessment process) in order to be added to the Eligible Register (hiring list) for consideration of employment. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS . Notifications: For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records. Vacancy Information: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. What to expect next: We ask that you submit an application through the "Apply" link at the top of the opportunity posting using your own user ID and password (using a family member or friend's user ID may erase a candidate's original application record). Applications must be filed online only. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score on both assessment parts will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. Fair Chance Employer: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Have any questions about anything? Please contact us using the following information: Available Shift: Any California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 Exam Number: PH1760F Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 914-8488 Department Contact Email: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:

Description The Personal Property Division of the Office of the County Clerk-Assessor-Recorder and Chief Elections Officer is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Auditor-Appraiser I/II . The Auditor-Appraiser I/II will be responsible for: Obtaining, processing, and analyzing data for the timely completion of audits and appraisals of tangible and taxable property for assessment purposes. Completing appraisals of property and performing audits of property owner reports, records, and declarations. Initially under close supervision, an individual hired at the Auditor-Appraiser I level is trained in performing routine audits and making appraisals of routine property types. An individual hired at the Auditor-Appraiser II level will be fully competent to independently perform auditing duties. The Personal Property Division consists of two Principal Auditor-Appraisers, five Senior Auditor-Appraisers, six Auditor-Appraisers, and two Assessor Recorder Technicians, who are managed by a Chief Appraiser. The Assessor sets the value of the tangible assets possessed by more than 15,000 businesses operating in San Mateo County, thereby establishing their taxable value. The Assessor also sets the value of 4,000 boats and 400 private aircraft owned here. This is an exciting and dynamic work environment with high-volume work and high-public contact. We are seeking a goal-oriented individual who can organize and plan their workload accordingly to achieve yearly audit goals. The successful candidate is self-directed yet also effective in working with a team. The ideal candidate will have experience in accounting and in auditing of business, be fully competent to independently perform auditing duties, and have two or more years of experience performing appraisal audits for tax assessment purposes. Knowledge of boats and aircraft is a plus. A Bachelor's degree in accounting is highly desired. The salary range for Auditor-Appraiser I is $71,344 - $79,762 annually. The salary range for Auditor-Appraiser II is $78,853 - $98,592 annually. Qualifications Licensure/Certification: Acquisition within one year of appointment of a permanent Property Tax Appraiser Certificate issued by the California State Board of Equalization. Education and Experience: Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. Typical ways to qualify include: Possession of a four-year bachelor's degree in accounting from a recognized institution of higher education (accredited); or Is a licensed accountant in the State of California; or Has passed the state, or a county, or city and county, or city civil service or merit system examination regularly given for the position of accountant or auditor by the testing body; or Holds the office of Assessor. For candidates not meeting the qualifications listed above, the State Board of Equalization requires Auditor-Appraisers to possess these educational components: A four-year bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, PLUS 18 semester units (or quarter equivalents) of accounting and/or auditing courses. Business law and economic classes may not contribute toward the 18 units; or 19 semester units (or quarter equivalents), 16 units of which must be accounting and/or auditing courses and 3 semester units of which may be either business law or economic classes. Auditor-Appraiser I - In addition to the aforementioned information, some experience in real estate or property appraisal is desirable. Auditor-Appraiser II - In addition to the aforementioned information, 2-years of experience performing audits and appraisals of tangible and taxable property for tax assessment purposes is crucial. Knowledge of: Accounting and auditing principles and practices Technical and professional knowledge of appraisal/audit procedures California Property Tax laws State Board of Equalization guidelines Laws governing the formation and operation of businesses Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice Court decisions affecting assessment procedures Methods used in the auditing of records and the valuation of property for tax assessment purposes Policies and procedures related to the department Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation Record keeping principles and procedures Skill/Ability to: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during work Audit financial books and records to determine ownership, segregate costs of property, and evaluate property owner declarations Read, interpret, and apply rules, policies, and procedures Appraise property Organize and plan time for completion of audit and appraisal workload Discover and resolve audit and appraisal problems Travel to a variety of geographic locations throughout the County according to regular schedules as well as on demand Work independently Select and make appropriate adjustments to comparable property Accurately determine historic, reproduction, and replacement costs Accurately identify and measure depreciation and obsolescence Measure income producing characteristics of property and appropriately capitalize the income stream into value Identify and classify various types of land, sites, buildings, structures, manufactured homes, vessels, aircraft, trade fixtures, and personal property interests in an accurate and uniform manner Produce effective presentations Maintain complete and accurate records and prepare narrative audit reports Operate standard office equipment, including departmental applications Use initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines Application/Examination Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help, or temporary position prior to the final filing date will receive five (5) points added to their final passing score on this examination. The examination process will consist of an Application Screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' applications and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the Application Screening will be invited to a Panel Interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualifications. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense. IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the 'Apply' button above. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. ~TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE~ Application Deadline: January 25, 2021 Application Screening: January 27 - February 2, 2021 Panel Interviews: February 15 and/or 16, 2021 At the County of San Mateo, we take pride in the way our employees bring together their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to serve our community's needs. The County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Chet Overstreet (01122021) (Auditor-Appraiser I/II - U079/U078)