Principal Appraiser (County Promotional)

Job Description:

Principal Appraiser (County Promotional)

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.

COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS

Annual Across the Board Salary Increase on February 2026*
Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to max step

HEALTH BENEFITS

PAID TIME OFF

RETIREMENT PERKS

• Medical & Dental: Family Coverage
• Vision: Employee Coverage
• Premium subsidies to offset health costs
• Flexible Spending Account: Pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses

• Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option
• 40 hours annual leave
• 40 hours admin leave with cash-out option
• 11 days accruable sick leave
• 15 paid holidays
• Perfect Attendance Leave
• Flexible work schedules (in some departments)

• Generous pension
• Retirement reciprocity may be available!
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Retirement Medical Trust (RMT)

DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - 529 Savings Plan - Short & Long-Term Disability
Wellness Program - Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement

Review the job-specific Benefit Summary by following this link .

As an alternative to the traditional benefits package, you may also be eligible to elect the Modified Benefit Option (MBO) that provides an increased base rate of pay (additional 1.75% more per hour) with modified benefits. For more detailed information on the MBO for Exempt Group, refer to the MBO BbBOU - Benefits Summary Guide .

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.

*Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Proposition 172 Sales Tax Collections performance.

Minimum Requirements

CANDIDATES MUST MEET 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 5 years of commercial/industrial audits and/or appraisals and 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, September 05, 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

The County of San Bernardino 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 voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

For a summary of benefits, please click here .

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .

Closing Date/Time: 9/5/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$100,443.20 - $143,353.60 Annually