- Salary
- $70k – $94k/yr
- Location
- Throughout San Bernardino County, CA, CA, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Education
- Bachelor
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
EXCELLENT CAREER OPPORTUNITY! APPLY TODAY TO JOIN TEAM ARC!
The Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk (ARC) is recruiting for Appraiser II Trainees who serve under training conditions and close supervision while acquiring the necessary knowledge and skills to qualify for promotion to Appraiser II, which independently performs all types of property assessments. Appraiser II Trainees participate in securing and analyzing information relative to building costs, depreciation, yield rate, occupancy rate, expense ratios, real property sales and income data to determine income flows and capitalized earning ability of properties; and use income, market, and/or cost approach, as applicable, reconciling various approaches to arrive at a final value judgment.
Current vacancies exist in Rancho Cucamonga and San Bernardino. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy and any future vacancies as they occur throughout the County.
Note: Applications are also being accepted for Appraiser Trainee and Appraiser I. Review announcement and requirements on our website. A separate application is required for each level. Appraiser I, Appraiser II and Appraiser II Trainee may be filled at any level. In order to increase your opportunities, you are encouraged to apply for all levels in which you feel you meet the minimum qualifications.
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.
Auto-promotion up to $99,694 annually
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Promotion: Appraiser II Trainees are eligible for promotion to Appraiser II ($75,483 - $103,708 annually) upon meeting the minimum requirements for that class including obtaining, within one (1) year of employment, a valid permanent Appraiser's Certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization and receiving a satisfactory work performance evaluation. Incumbents must promote within twenty-four (24) months or be terminated.
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.
| CANDIDATES MUST MEET ONE OF THE FOLLOWING OPTION REQUIREMENTS: | |
OPTION 1 | Possession of a permanent State Office of Real Estate Appraisers Certified General License or equivalent state agency -AND- one (1) year of journey-level experience appraising single residential, moderate sized multiple-unit residential, AND commercial properties in federally related transactions. |
| OPTION 2 | Possession of an Appraiser's Certificate issued by a California State Board of Equalization or other similar government agency for property tax assessment purposes -AND- one (1) year of journey-level experience appraising single residential, moderate sized multiple-unit residential, AND small commercial properties for tax assessment purposes within a state or local Assessor's office. |
| Experience for both options must have been obtained within the last ten (10) years. | |
Applicants MUST ALSO meet one of the following qualifications for obtaining the Appraiser Certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization: | |
| EDUCATION | A completed/awarded bachelor’s degree. |
| EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE | Graduation from high school and a combination of higher education and relevant experience totaling four (4) years (experience must have been obtained within the last ten years) as one of the following:
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| IMPORTANT NOTES: | |
All work experience must be clearly detailed and demonstrated on the application AND supplemental questionnaire to ensure qualifications are properly considered (resumes are not reviewed). All information must be current and up to date. | |
| EDUCATION | Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. (Must be attached if applicable.) For education evaluation services, refer to Naces. |
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or Real Estate; a Permanent Appraiser's Certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization; and three (3) years journey-level appraiser experience in a California County Assessor's office.
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, August 14, 2026.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application as soon as possible. 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 Policy. (All Veterans Preference documentation (originals not required) must be submitted within 48 hours of submitting your 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 Policy. (All Veterans Preference documentation (originals not required) must be submitted within 48 hours of submitting your application.)
For important details about the employment and application process, including helpful tips, review the links below:
SBC LevelUp - The Hiring Journey
