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Introduction
This examination is being given to fill 3 vacancies in the office of the Assessor - Recorder - County Clerk, and to establish an eligible list that may be used to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background : Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible has passed the drug screen and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen. The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires . Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate : San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave : Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. $2,000
upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000
upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000
upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) TYPICAL DUTIES
Performs audit-appraisals of routine, real and personal property of farms, ranches, commercial and industrial businesses for property tax assessment purposes by examination of the property and audit of the financial records. Reviews, analyzes, and processes annual property statement filings; computes taxable full cash values for supplies, machinery/equipment, equipment out on lease/rent, construction in progress and trade fixtures by adjusting original historical cost for changes in price levels, trade level, and for depreciation. Investigates complaints; collects and evaluates data; reports and makes recommendations on the basis of findings. Performs a variety of office and field work relating to the real and personal property assessment process including discovery of accounts and internal audit verification of property statements; interviews property owners, accountants, brokers, supplies, and others regarding real and personal property sales, cost, classification, economic life, or other information. Attends training classes and seminars. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EITHER PATTERN I Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a specialization in accounting. A degree with a specialization in accounting consists of one of the following: A degree from a nationally or regionally accredited institution of higher education majoring in accounting; or A degree from a nationally or regionally accredited institution of higher education with 18 semester units (or quarter equivalents) of accounting and/or auditing courses. Neither business law nor economics courses may contribute towards the 18 units; or A degree from a nationally or regionally accredited institution of higher education with 19 semester units (or quarter equivalents), 16 of which must be in accounting and/or auditing courses, and 3 semester units may be either business law or economics courses. OR PATTERN II License:
A licensed accountant in the State of California. AND FOR ALL PATTERNS License:
Possession of a valid California driver’s license. Certificate:
As a condition of employment, a permanent Appraiser Certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization (BOE) must be obtained within one year of appointment. As a condition of continued employment, permanent appraiser certification and requirements to perform work as an auditor-appraiser in accordance with California State Revenue and Taxation Code (RTC) section 670 must be maintained. Qualifications are subject to compliance with RTC 670-673 and BOE Guidelines for Appraiser and Assessment Analyst Certification and Training. KNOWLEDGE
Accounting theory, principles, and practices, and their application to a wide variety of accounting transactions; modern office management procedures, practices, and equipment, particularly as they apply to accounting operations; auditing theory, principles, practices, and their application. ABILITY
Conduct routine audit appraisals of farms, ranches, industrial and /commercial real and personal property using accepted audit appraisal methods; analyze and present facts and recommendations clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and other appraisers. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Mobility – Frequent operation of keyboards, sitting for extended periods, standing for long periods, walking; Lifting – Frequently 20 pounds or less; Vision – Good vision; frequent reading and close-up work; normal hand and eye coordination; Dexterity – Normal dexterity with frequent writing and repetitive motion; Hearing/Talking – Frequent hearing and talking on the telephone and in person; Emotional/psychological – Frequent public contact and decision making; frequent concentration required; Special conditions – May require occasional travel, overtime, weekend or evening work. Benefits
Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021. Health Insurance:
San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance:
The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance:
The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance:
The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1-3 years: $1,000; 3-5 years: $3,000; 5-10 years: $5,000; 10+ years: $10,000. Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan:
This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2,550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5,000 annual limit). Retirement Plan:
Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Visit www.sjcera.org for details. Note: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county, contact the Retirement Plan to determine the effect of employment on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation:
The County maintains a 457 plan. You may contribute up to $22,500 or 100% of includible compensation, whichever is less. Age 50+ may contribute up to $30,000. Roth IRA is also available. Vacation:
Maximum earned vacation is 10 days/year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; 23 days after 20 years. Holidays:
14 paid holidays per year. See MOU for details. Sick Leave:
12 days per year with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive: eligible after meeting balance criteria. Bereavement Leave:
3 days for qualifying loss; additional days after certain relationships. Merit Salary Increase:
Starting salary; merit steps after service. Job Sharing:
May be allowed with approval. Educational Reimbursement:
Up to $850/year for career-related coursework; up to $1,600/year for approved degree programs. Parking:
Downtown Stockton: up to $20 per pay period for parking. School Activities:
Up to 40 hours/year for school activities. SELECTION PROCEDURES
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through: Written Exam:
Multiple-choice. If taken alone, 100% of the score. Minimum 70% to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam:
Structured interview; panel up to four. If taken alone, 100% of the score. Minimum 70% to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam:
If both are administered, weights are 60% written and 40% oral unless indicated. Minimum 70% on each. Rate-out:
Paper rating of application. Not scheduled for rate-out. Note:
70% may refer to a different total point basis. Testing Accommodation:
ADA accommodations available; call HR before the exam date. Veteran’s Points:
Eligible veterans receive points at initial appointment; see details and wartime service dates provided. Eligible Lists:
Lists are valid for nine months, may be extended up to three years. Certification/Referral:
Names referred to department by Rule of the Rank, Rule of Five, or Rule of the List as applicable. Physical Exam:
Some classifications require a physical; County pays for the exam. Pre-Employment Drug Screening:
Required for some classifications; County pays initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives:
Restrictions may apply; department may set additional limits. Proof of Eligibility:
If offered a job, you must provide proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY
Apply Online:
www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours:
Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line:
For current opportunities call the 24-hour line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications by county inter-office mail must be received by the final filing date. The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications not received by HR. Substance Abuse Policy:
San Joaquin County has a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all departments. Equal Opportunity Employer:
San Joaquin County is an EEO employer. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo. Click on a link below to apply for this position: View and print the official application form as an Acrobat PDF. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print and fill it in. Contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email, or apply in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division.
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This examination is being given to fill 3 vacancies in the office of the Assessor - Recorder - County Clerk, and to establish an eligible list that may be used to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background : Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible has passed the drug screen and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen. The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires . Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate : San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave : Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. $2,000
upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000
upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000
upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) TYPICAL DUTIES
Performs audit-appraisals of routine, real and personal property of farms, ranches, commercial and industrial businesses for property tax assessment purposes by examination of the property and audit of the financial records. Reviews, analyzes, and processes annual property statement filings; computes taxable full cash values for supplies, machinery/equipment, equipment out on lease/rent, construction in progress and trade fixtures by adjusting original historical cost for changes in price levels, trade level, and for depreciation. Investigates complaints; collects and evaluates data; reports and makes recommendations on the basis of findings. Performs a variety of office and field work relating to the real and personal property assessment process including discovery of accounts and internal audit verification of property statements; interviews property owners, accountants, brokers, supplies, and others regarding real and personal property sales, cost, classification, economic life, or other information. Attends training classes and seminars. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EITHER PATTERN I Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a specialization in accounting. A degree with a specialization in accounting consists of one of the following: A degree from a nationally or regionally accredited institution of higher education majoring in accounting; or A degree from a nationally or regionally accredited institution of higher education with 18 semester units (or quarter equivalents) of accounting and/or auditing courses. Neither business law nor economics courses may contribute towards the 18 units; or A degree from a nationally or regionally accredited institution of higher education with 19 semester units (or quarter equivalents), 16 of which must be in accounting and/or auditing courses, and 3 semester units may be either business law or economics courses. OR PATTERN II License:
A licensed accountant in the State of California. AND FOR ALL PATTERNS License:
Possession of a valid California driver’s license. Certificate:
As a condition of employment, a permanent Appraiser Certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization (BOE) must be obtained within one year of appointment. As a condition of continued employment, permanent appraiser certification and requirements to perform work as an auditor-appraiser in accordance with California State Revenue and Taxation Code (RTC) section 670 must be maintained. Qualifications are subject to compliance with RTC 670-673 and BOE Guidelines for Appraiser and Assessment Analyst Certification and Training. KNOWLEDGE
Accounting theory, principles, and practices, and their application to a wide variety of accounting transactions; modern office management procedures, practices, and equipment, particularly as they apply to accounting operations; auditing theory, principles, practices, and their application. ABILITY
Conduct routine audit appraisals of farms, ranches, industrial and /commercial real and personal property using accepted audit appraisal methods; analyze and present facts and recommendations clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and other appraisers. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Mobility – Frequent operation of keyboards, sitting for extended periods, standing for long periods, walking; Lifting – Frequently 20 pounds or less; Vision – Good vision; frequent reading and close-up work; normal hand and eye coordination; Dexterity – Normal dexterity with frequent writing and repetitive motion; Hearing/Talking – Frequent hearing and talking on the telephone and in person; Emotional/psychological – Frequent public contact and decision making; frequent concentration required; Special conditions – May require occasional travel, overtime, weekend or evening work. Benefits
Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021. Health Insurance:
San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance:
The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance:
The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance:
The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1-3 years: $1,000; 3-5 years: $3,000; 5-10 years: $5,000; 10+ years: $10,000. Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan:
This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2,550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5,000 annual limit). Retirement Plan:
Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Visit www.sjcera.org for details. Note: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county, contact the Retirement Plan to determine the effect of employment on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation:
The County maintains a 457 plan. You may contribute up to $22,500 or 100% of includible compensation, whichever is less. Age 50+ may contribute up to $30,000. Roth IRA is also available. Vacation:
Maximum earned vacation is 10 days/year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; 23 days after 20 years. Holidays:
14 paid holidays per year. See MOU for details. Sick Leave:
12 days per year with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive: eligible after meeting balance criteria. Bereavement Leave:
3 days for qualifying loss; additional days after certain relationships. Merit Salary Increase:
Starting salary; merit steps after service. Job Sharing:
May be allowed with approval. Educational Reimbursement:
Up to $850/year for career-related coursework; up to $1,600/year for approved degree programs. Parking:
Downtown Stockton: up to $20 per pay period for parking. School Activities:
Up to 40 hours/year for school activities. SELECTION PROCEDURES
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through: Written Exam:
Multiple-choice. If taken alone, 100% of the score. Minimum 70% to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam:
Structured interview; panel up to four. If taken alone, 100% of the score. Minimum 70% to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam:
If both are administered, weights are 60% written and 40% oral unless indicated. Minimum 70% on each. Rate-out:
Paper rating of application. Not scheduled for rate-out. Note:
70% may refer to a different total point basis. Testing Accommodation:
ADA accommodations available; call HR before the exam date. Veteran’s Points:
Eligible veterans receive points at initial appointment; see details and wartime service dates provided. Eligible Lists:
Lists are valid for nine months, may be extended up to three years. Certification/Referral:
Names referred to department by Rule of the Rank, Rule of Five, or Rule of the List as applicable. Physical Exam:
Some classifications require a physical; County pays for the exam. Pre-Employment Drug Screening:
Required for some classifications; County pays initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives:
Restrictions may apply; department may set additional limits. Proof of Eligibility:
If offered a job, you must provide proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY
Apply Online:
www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours:
Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line:
For current opportunities call the 24-hour line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications by county inter-office mail must be received by the final filing date. The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications not received by HR. Substance Abuse Policy:
San Joaquin County has a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all departments. Equal Opportunity Employer:
San Joaquin County is an EEO employer. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo. Click on a link below to apply for this position: View and print the official application form as an Acrobat PDF. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print and fill it in. Contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email, or apply in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division.
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