Property Assessment Specialist I-26551108

Property Assessment Specialist I-26551108

Salary

$51,979.20 - $63,835.20 Annually

Location

County of San Diego, CA

Job Type

Regular - Full time

Job Number

26551108

Department

Assessor/Recorder/Cty Clk

Opening Date

09/03/2026

Closing Date

9/13/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Job Summary

The County of San Diego, Assessor/Recorder/County Clerk (ARCC) has a current opening for PROPERTY ASSESSMENT SPECIALIST I

FUTURE SALARY INCREASES

June 2027 - 4.67% increase to base pay (3.00% Across-the-Board + 1.67% Market Adjustment)

Property Assessment Specialist I is a detail-oriented, customer-focused professional who can learn and apply property assessment laws, procedures, and technical processes in a fast-paced environment. The candidate should be comfortable managing a high volume of work, researching and verifying property information, performing calculations, maintaining accurate records across multiple systems, and communicating complex assessment information clearly to taxpayers. As an entry-level position, the ideal candidate does not need to be an assessment expert but should demonstrate strong learning ability, sound judgment, accuracy, professionalism, and a commitment to excellent public service.

An ideal candidate:

• Strong Customer Service Skills - Provides prompt, courteous, and responsive service while handling a high volume of in-person and telephone inquiries.
• Effective Communication - Communicates clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, with taxpayers, coworkers, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to Learn Complex Laws and Procedures - Demonstrates the ability and willingness to learn property assessment laws, reassessment requirements, ownership rules, and departmental procedures.
• Strong Attention to Detail and Accuracy - Carefully reviews, verifies, classifies, and corrects property and ownership information while maintaining accurate records.
• Research and Analytical Skills - Reviews documents and records, conducts title and ownership research, identifies discrepancies, and analyzes information to determine appropriate next steps.
• Ability to Manage a High-Volume Workload - Effectively prioritizes multiple assignments, manages regularly scheduled deadlines, and maintains productivity without sacrificing quality.
• Composure and Professionalism - Remains calm, respectful, and solution-oriented when handling challenging situations, complex questions, or frustrated members of the public.
• Mathematical and Problem-Solving Ability - Performs calculations, reviews valuation information, uses tables and other resources, and identifies potential errors or inconsistencies.
• Technology Proficiency and Adaptability - Has basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, and Word, and can learn and accurately work within multiple computerized assessment and tracking systems.
• Accountability and Teamwork - Follows established procedures and supervisory direction, takes responsibility for the quality and timeliness of assigned work, collaborates effectively with others, and knows when to ask questions or escalate an issue.

Please click here to view the complete job description for this position.

The Assessor/Recorder/County Clerk has offices in Downtown San Diego, Kearny Mesa, Chula Vista, Santee, and San Marcos.

Hiring Process and Timeline

The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.

• Job Offer and Background Process begins: Shortly after the interviews. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
• Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
• Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.

If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.

Minimum Qualifications:

Thirty (30) units of coursework towards a college degree in real estate, business, economics or a closely related field from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency; OR,

• One (1) year of experience in real estate, property appraisal, real estate escrow or title, or building contracting; OR,
• Two (2) years of clerical experience in an Assessor, Recorder, or County Clerks Office, with responsibilities that include processing recordable documents, institutional exemptions, leases, or other property documents relevant to change of ownership or business personal property account management.

Required Licenses, Certifications or Registrations

Required licenses, certifications and registrations must be maintained throughout employment in this class.

Positions may involve necessary and timely transportation for field travel, requiring the ability to arrange transportation to different worksites, meetings, or field work.

Blind Applicant Screening

The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all new recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, will hide a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process will help contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.

The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.

Conditions of Employment

As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.

Evaluation

Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment application and supplemental application questionnaire. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate, as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.

Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.

As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.

Veteran's Preference Policy The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.

Military Skills Translator Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help!

The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan (sandiegocounty.gov)

Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.

The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.

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• Please be sure to answer the following questions in a thorough and complete manner.
• By checking the YES below, I indicate that I have read and understand the instructions for completing the supplemental questionnaire.
• I understand that the written responses to the supplemental question(s) listed below are required in order to evaluate my qualifications for this position.

Do you understand this information?

• Yes
• No

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By checking the Yes response below, I indicate that I have read and understand the minimum qualifications of this classification AND the employment history section of this application details my qualifications.

NOTE: In order to receive credit, your work experience will be verified in the employment history section, ensure to include your qualifying duties of your employment.

• Yes, I understand and meet the minimum qualifications AND I have included this information (duties of my position) in the work history of my application.
• No, I do not understand and do not meet the minimum qualifications AND I have not included this information in the work history of my application.
• I do not meet any of the minimum qualifications.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Please select how you meet the minimum qualifications from the options below.

NOTE: Your educational coursework must be from an accredited U.S. college, university or possession of a certified foreign studies equivalency. For your education to be considered, you MUST submit a copy of your degree(s), transcripts, foreign studies equivalency report with your application. Please note that your degree and/or coursework verification must be in an unalterable format.

• I have thirty (30) units of coursework towards a college degree in real estate, business, economics or a closely related field from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency
• I have one (1) year of experience in real estate, property appraisal, real estate escrow or title, or building contracting
• I have two (2) years of clerical experience in an Assessor, Recorder, or County Clerks Office, with responsibilities that include processing recordable documents, institutional exemptions, leases, or other property documents relevant to change of ownership or business personal property account management
• I do not meet the minimum qualifications above

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Do you have at least one (1) year of work experience in any of the following areas?

• Please ensure this experience is listed in your Work History portion of the application. Check all that apply.
• Office environment
• Secured or Unsecured Personal property taxes
• Property appraisal
• Real estate
• Real estate escrow or title
• Work experience in an Assessor, Recorder, or County Clerks Office with responsibilities that include processing recordable documents, institutional exemptions, leases or other property documents relevant to change of ownership or business personal property account management
• I do not have experience in any of the areas above

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For EACH area selected in the question above, please indicate where you obtained your experience by including the following:

a) Area selected in the question above

b) Dates of employment (month/year-month/year)

c) Job Title

d) Employer Name

NOTE: Please ensure experience listed above is also detailed in the "Work Experience" section of your application.

If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".

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Please indicate the types of customer service you have provided in a work setting. Check all that apply.

NOTE: Please ensure experience listed above is also detailed in the "Work Experience" section of your application.

If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".

• Face-to-Face or virtual customer service
• Answering telephones
• Responding to emails
• Live-chat support
• I do not have any customer service experience

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Please indicate years of work experience in customer service.

• Over 5 years of experience
• 3-5 years of experience
• 1-3 years of experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• I do not have this experience

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Please indicate which of the following Microsoft Office programs you have experience using in a professional or work setting. Check all that apply.

• Please be advised that the hiring department may ask you to demonstrate your skills in any of these areas as part of the selection process.*
• Excel
• Outlook
• PowerPoint
• Teams
• Word
• None of the above

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What is your current skill level using Microsoft EXCEL?

• BEGINNER: I have some experience in using this computer program, but I need additional training.
• INTERMEDIATE: I possess sufficient knowledge and skills in using this computer program in an independent manner.
• ADVANCED: I consider myself to be a technical expert, and I have trained others to use this program.
• I do not have this experience.

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What is your current skill level using Microsoft OUTLOOK?

• BEGINNER: I have some experience in using this computer program, but I need additional training.
• INTERMEDIATE: I possess sufficient knowledge and skills in using this computer program in an independent manner.
• ADVANCED: I consider myself to be a technical expert, and I have trained others to use this program.
• I do not have this experience.

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What is your current skill level using Microsoft WORD?

• BEGINNER: I have some experience in using this computer program, but I need additional training.
• INTERMEDIATE: I possess sufficient knowledge and skills in using this computer program in an independent manner.
• ADVANCED: I consider myself to be a technical expert, and I have trained others to use this program.
• I do not have this experience.

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Please indicate if you have previously worked or currently work for the County of San Diegos Assessor/Recorder/County Clerk in any of the following temporary classifications. Check all that apply.

NOTE: Please ensure experience listed above is also detailed in the "Work Experience" section of your application.

If you do not have this experience, please indicate "None of the Above".

• Certified Temporary Assessment Clerk
• Certified Temporary Office Assistant
• Student Worker-Graduate
• Student Worker-High School
• Student Worker-Undergraduate
• Temporary Agency Worker
• Volunteer
• None of the above

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Which of the following work arrangements would you consider? Please note that not all job classifications and/or Departments offer teleworking work arrangements. Check all that apply.

• In Office-100%
• Teleworking-100%
• Hybrid (combination of teleworking and in office)

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Where did you first hear about this job opportunity?

• San Diego County website
• Veteran Outreach / FFSC
• Mana de San Diego
• Family, Neighbors, Friends
• County Employee Resources Group
• College/University Career Site
• LinkedIn
• Indeed
• County Social Media
• Voice and Viewpoint
• Other

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If you selected "other" in the question above, please indicate advertisement source below

Required Question

Employer County of San Diego

Address 5500 Overland Ave., Suite 370

San Diego, California, 92123

Phone (619) 236-2191

(866) 880-9374

Website http://www.SanDiegoCounty.gov