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Job Description
The Job
This recruitment is only open to current San Bernardino County, San Bernardino County Fire Protection District, or Special District employees who hold a regular, intern, contract, extra-help, recurrent, Public Service Employee, or Work Experience Program (WEX) position. Former PSE, WEX, or interns are eligible to apply up to 6 months from the end of their assignment.
You r County employment must be clearly listed in your work history.
The Office of the Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk is recruiting for a Principal Appraiser who assists in the management, planning, and coordination of the annual property appraisal functions. Principal Appraisers direct through subordinate supervisors within the Valuation Division and oversee operations in a specific section which may include real and/or personal property. Essential duties include developing department-wide training and standards for all appraiser and/or auditor-appraiser staff; reviewing appraisals and/or audits and related assessment roll corrections; appraising and/or auditing the most difficult and complex properties; and representing the Assessor at Appeal Hearings and other court proceedings.
For more detailed information, refer to the Principal Appraiser job description.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS
To review job-specific benefits, refer to:
Summary of Benefits
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Option (MBO) that provides a wage differential.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Travel: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained. Offices are located in Big Bear, Hesperia, Joshua Tree, Rancho Cucamonga, San Bernardino and Twin Peaks.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
CANDIDATES MUST MEET ALL OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS: CERTIFICATE Possession of an Advanced Appraiser's Certificate issued by the California State Board of Equalization .
EXPERIENCE
Must possess (5) years of full-time experience as a licensed Appraiser in a California County Assessor's Office which includes two (2) years commercial/industrial appraisals AND one (1) year full-scope supervision. ( Experience must have been obtained within the last ten (10) years.)
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have:- 10 years of experience in a California County Assessor's office including five (5) years of commercial/industrial audits and/or appraisals and two (2) years of full-scope supervisory experience.
- Experience representing the Assessor at Assessment Appeal Board hearings.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, public administration, or related field.
- Successful completion of the San Bernardino County Management & Leadership Academy (MLA).
- Experience developing and presenting training materials.
Selection Process
Examination :
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible , as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials.
Application Procedure :
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 pm, Friday, December 19, 2025 .
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
If you require technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information . (All Veterans Preference documentation (originals not required) must be submitted within 48 hours of submitting your application .)
For more important details, review the links below:
Guide to Completing a County Job Application
Applicant Information and the County Employment Process
Exempt Unit-Group C
San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits * for more information
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County’s Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.
*Retirement benefits subject to change.
Closing Date/Time: 12/19/2025 5:00 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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San Bernardino County
Show moreSan Bernardino County is located in the heart of Southern California, home to over 2 million residents, encompassing 20,160 square miles from the Nevada State line and the Colorado River to the LA County line. This gives San Bernardino County a diverse climate and geography, from mountains as high as 11,502 feet, to the desert as low as 181 feet, and beautiful valleys in between. Pristine lakes and rivers, snow-capped mountain resorts, flowering deserts, and many other family-oriented recreational attractions take advantage of the natural assets of the area, most within an hour's drive. Families enjoy affordable housing, excellent schools, colleges and universities, and easy access to airports, hospitals, libraries, and parks. The County provides a safe, clean and healthy environment for residents. A variety of shopping and business opportunities abound, in this, the largest County in the contiguous United States.
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