Assessment Technician I

About the Department

This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County.

The San Luis Obispo County Assessor’s Office is looking to hire an Assessment Technician I who is a service-oriented individual who will provide excellent customer service to the public we serve, as well as to support other divisions within the department.

The Assessor’s Office seeks excellence in providing information, services, and accurate property assessments through our personal commitment to integrity, mutual respect and teamwork.

Assessment Technician I is part of a career series that includes Assessment Technician I, II, III, and IV.

Under the direction of the section supervisor, performs a variety of tax assessment duties to complete and maintain the property tax roll, and provides support and service to other office sections and the public.

Typical Tasks and Representative Duties (Not in order of importance) Learns policies and procedures and performs basic assessment duties.

Enters, scans, researches, and maintains a large variety and volume of assessment data with a high degree of accuracy.

Assists and educates staff and the public about various assessment situations; explains the application of various Revenue and Taxation Codes, and other codes, statutes, and regulations.

Answers phones and assists the public with general assessment questions.

Reads and interprets legal descriptions.

Performs general administrative and technical duties in support of the department; prepares a variety of written correspondence, reports, and other written materials; distributes a variety of written materials to department staff and various agencies.

Performs basic cash handling and clerical accounting duties.

May be called upon to assist or serve on special projects or teams.

Performs other related duties as required.

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(Not in order of importance)

• Learns policies and procedures and performs basic assessment duties.
• Enters, scans, researches, and maintains a large variety and volume of assessment data with a high degree of accuracy.
• Assists and educates staff and the public about various assessment situations; explains the application of various Revenue and Taxation Codes, and other codes, statutes, and regulations.
• Answers phones and assists the public with general assessment questions.
• Reads and interprets legal descriptions.
• Performs general administrative and technical duties in support of the department; prepares a variety of written correspondence, reports, and other written materials; distributes a variety of written materials to department staff and various agencies.
• Performs basic cash handling and clerical accounting duties.
• May be called upon to assist or serve on special projects or teams.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Employment Standards Knowledge of : Modern office practices and procedures Mathematics, including fractions and percentages Common methods of describing real property Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations Ability to : Convey assessment laws and procedures accurately, tactfully, and concisely, both verbally and in writing Read and interpret maps and property descriptions Receive and clarify customer concerns, provide basic information, and direct issues to appropriate staff Utilize computer software including those applications specific to the department, division, and/or program Effectively prioritize workload in an environment of regular interruption Understand and apply laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures Promote an organized, professional, and safety-conscious work environment Communicate effectively verbally and in writing to a diverse population of individuals and groups Foster effective and positive working relationships with individuals from diverse perspectives by demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, including active listening, effective communication, advisory expertise, mediation, conflict resolution, and consensus building Education and Experience A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes: All levels : Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D. certificate . In addition to the above: Assessment Technician I: Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D. certificate. In addition, one year of clerical experience in an office environment. Licenses and Certificates A valid driver's license is required at the time of application. A valid CALIFORNIA driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.

Knowledge of :

• Modern office practices and procedures
• Mathematics, including fractions and percentages
• Common methods of describing real property
• Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations
• Convey assessment laws and procedures accurately, tactfully, and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Read and interpret maps and property descriptions
• Receive and clarify customer concerns, provide basic information, and direct issues to appropriate staff
• Utilize computer software including those applications specific to the department, division, and/or program
• Effectively prioritize workload in an environment of regular interruption
• Understand and apply laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Promote an organized, professional, and safety-conscious work environment
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing to a diverse population of individuals and groups
• Foster effective and positive working relationships with individuals from diverse perspectives by demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, including active listening, effective communication, advisory expertise, mediation, conflict resolution, and consensus building

A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

An example of qualifying education and experience includes: All levels : Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D. certificate .

In addition to the above: Assessment Technician I: Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D. certificate.

In addition, one year of clerical experience in an office environment.

A valid driver's license is required at the time of application.

A valid CALIFORNIA driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.

Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date.

To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page.

Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process.

We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.

An initial application review will be conducted.

Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process.

Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.

The job includes duties and responsibilities that require frequent, regular attendance at our San Luis Obispo County office.

If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] .

Confidential inquiries are welcomed.

For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov .

Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date.

To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page.

Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process.

We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.

An initial application review will be conducted.

Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process.

Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.

The job includes duties and responsibilities that require frequent, regular attendance at our San Luis Obispo County office.

If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] .

Confidential inquiries are welcomed.

For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov .

Make a Difference Employees of the County of San Luis Obispo are public servants who impact the lives of our community every day. From supporting efforts to reduce homelessness, keeping our drinking water clean, or serving the families in need in the community, County employees make a difference. Compensation and Benefits Your annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package. In general, temporary employees are not eligible for County-sponsored benefits and may have limited benefit options available to them. For more information on benefit eligibility, please e-mail [email protected] . For additional information regarding the benefits listed that may be available to you, visit the associated Benefits-At-A-Glance webpage (click here for link) . Some benefits include: - Medical (PPO, EPO, HDHP), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance - Health enhancing programs such as Hinge Health, GIThrive and Carrum Health for medical enrollees. - Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums) - Free visits to the employee health clinic - Mental Health resources/benefits including Headspace - Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more) - A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust - Optional deferred compensation plan - Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care) - Paid personal, sick and vacation days - 12 paid holidays - Employee Assistance Program - Education and Wellness Allowance - Post Employment Health Plan - Family Friendly workplace policies - Flexible work schedule options -Rideshare commuter benefits - Pet Insurance The County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs. Pension Benefit and Employee Contribution Rates: The County's pension is a defined benefit plan that provides a guaranteed monthly pension payment for life based on your time in service, wages, and other factors. The County is the primary contributor to the pension fund, but the health of the pension fund also depends on mandatory employee contributions. Employees are required to pay a percentage of their base pay towards the pension fund, ranging from 5% to 19%. This amount is deducted from your paycheck pre-tax every pay period. To find out how much will be deducted from your paycheck should you be hired for this position, please contact Pension Trust at (805) 781-5465. Healthcare Benefits and Cafeteria Contributions: The County offers comprehensive medical coverage to you and your family, along with two dental plan options and vision coverage. All permanent employees receive a monthly employer contribution (or ‘cafeteria’ contribution) to help them pay for their portion of the medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums. The amount of the cafeteria contribution varies by Bargaining Unit (BU) and the extent to which employees enroll their dependents. If the cafeteria amount is greater than your selected premiums, the remainder of the cafeteria is paid out to you in your paycheck as taxable income. If the cafeteria amount is less than your monthly premiums, you pay the remainder of the premiums with pre-tax wages. To estimate your out-of-pocket costs (or cashback from extra cafeteria), visit the Cafeteria Rates webpage (click here for link) . Learning and Development The County prioritizes your learning, personal and professional development, and career growth. Employees have access to over 1500 on-demand courses, instructor led courses, and job-specific trainings. Employees can take courses to upskill to make themselves more competitive for promotional opportunities and further their career growth. Examples of courses include: - Emotional Intelligence - Supervisor/Manager academies - Microsoft Suite courses - Defensive Driving - Financial management - Retirement preparedness - Teambuilding - Written Communication - Conflict Management - Clifton StrengthsFinder and DISC - Job specific conferences/trainings Student Loan Forgiveness Did you know that if you are employed by a government agency you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program County employees also have access to GotZoom, a program that offers tools and support to navigate your federal student loans. Homebuyer assistance program Employees have access to the “Assist-to-Own” program sponsored by Golden State Finance Authority (click here for link to more information) to get a loan for the down payment.

Make a Difference Employees of the County of San Luis Obispo are public servants who impact the lives of our community every day.

From supporting efforts to reduce homelessness, keeping our drinking water clean, or serving the families in need in the community, County employees make a difference.

Compensation and Benefits Your annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package.

In general, temporary employees are not eligible for County-sponsored benefits and may have limited benefit options available to them.

For more information on benefit eligibility, please e-mail [email protected] .

For additional information regarding the benefits listed that may be available to you, visit the associated Benefits-At-A-Glance webpage (click here for link) .

Some benefits include:

• Medical (PPO, EPO, HDHP), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance - Health enhancing programs such as Hinge Health, GIThrive and Carrum Health for medical enrollees. - Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums) - Free visits to the employee health clinic - Mental Health resources/benefits including Headspace - Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more) - A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust - Optional deferred compensation plan - Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care) - Paid personal, sick and vacation days - 12 paid holidays - Employee Assistance Program - Education and Wellness Allowance - Post Employment Health Plan - Family Friendly workplace policies - Flexible work schedule options -Rideshare commuter benefits - Pet Insurance

The County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce.

We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs.

Pension Benefit and Employee Contribution Rates: The County's pension is a defined benefit plan that provides a guaranteed monthly pension payment for life based on your time in service, wages, and other factors.

The County is the primary contributor to the pension fund, but the health of the pension fund also depends on mandatory employee contributions.

Employees are required to pay a percentage of their base pay towards the pension fund, ranging from 5% to 19%.

This amount is deducted from your paycheck pre-tax every pay period.

To find out how much will be deducted from your paycheck should you be hired for this position, please contact Pension Trust at (805) 781-5465.

Healthcare Benefits and Cafeteria Contributions: The County offers comprehensive medical coverage to you and your family, along with two dental plan options and vision coverage.

All permanent employees receive a monthly employer contribution (or ‘cafeteria’ contribution) to help them pay for their portion of the medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums.

The amount of the cafeteria contribution varies by Bargaining Unit (BU) and the extent to which employees enroll their dependents.

If the cafeteria amount is greater than your selected premiums, the remainder of the cafeteria is paid out to you in your paycheck as taxable income.

If the cafeteria amount is less than your monthly premiums, you pay the remainder of the premiums with pre-tax wages.

To estimate your out-of-pocket costs (or cashback from extra cafeteria), visit the Cafeteria Rates webpage (click here for link) .

Learning and Development The County prioritizes your learning, personal and professional development, and career growth.

Employees have access to over 1500 on-demand courses, instructor led courses, and job-specific trainings.

Employees can take courses to upskill to make themselves more competitive for promotional opportunities and further their career growth.

Examples of courses include:

• Emotional Intelligence - Supervisor/Manager academies - Microsoft Suite courses - Defensive Driving - Financial management - Retirement preparedness - Teambuilding - Written Communication - Conflict Management - Clifton StrengthsFinder and DISC - Job specific conferences/trainings

Student Loan Forgiveness Did you know that if you are employed by a government agency you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program County employees also have access to GotZoom, a program that offers tools and support to navigate your federal student loans.

Homebuyer assistance program Employees have access to the “Assist-to-Own” program sponsored by Golden State Finance Authority (click here for link to more information) to get a loan for the down payment.

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