Assessment Clerk I/II/III

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Performs clerical work in the production of the secured and unsecured roll.
  
• Assists in the processing of the finalized assessment roll. Distributes, receives and initially processes property statements, exemption claims and appraisal records.
  
• Maintains records involving ownership and mailing addresses.
  
• Pulls appropriate files and prepares appraisal records for transfers, combinations and subdivisions for appraisal staff.
  
• Verifies documents by parcel number.
  
• Assists the public in locating property utilizing computerized property systems and Assessor map books; explains billing to property owners.
  
• Assists the public in completing exemption forms and property statements.
  
• Processes roll corrections for the annual and supplemental assessment rolls.
  
• Enters building permit data to assist in the appraisal of real property.
  
• Assists in the mailing of property statements and exemption forms for the Assessor's office.
  
• Operates office equipment including automated equipment and related office support software.
  
• Reviews, checks, and completes property statements, exemption claims and appraisal records.

Assessment Clerk I
Experience:
One (1) year of general typing and clerical experience.

Assessment Clerk II
Experience:
Two (2) years of general typing and clerical experience, including one (1) year performing duties comparable to those of an Assessment Clerk I in Merced County.

Assessment Clerk III
Experience:
Three (3) years of general typing and clerical experience, including one (1) year performing duties equivalent to those of an Assessment Clerk II.

• Frequent operation of personal computer and other modern office equipment.
  
• Communicate effectively with others in person, in writing, and over the telephone.
  
• Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses.
  
• Perform job duties under stressful conditions.
  
• Respond appropriately to situations.
  
• Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations.
  
• Repetitive motion, sitting for long periods, walking.
  
• Occasional standing, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing.
  
• Lifting Frequently 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 30 pounds.
  
• Constant good overall vision and reading and close-up work.
  
• Frequent color perception and use of hand/eye coordination.
  
• Occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision.
  
• Normal dexterity with frequent writing.
  
• Frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone, talking in person.
  
• Frequent decision making, concentration, and public contact.
  
• Some assignments may require working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime.
  
  
• Regular attendance is an essential function.

Knowledge of:

• Modern office methods and filing.
  
• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
  
• Math procedures.
  
• Receptionist and telephone techniques.
  
• Standard office equipment.
  
• Data entry techniques.
  
• Legal provisions pertinent to clerical work in the office of the Assessor.
  
• State revenue and taxation laws, rules, regulations, and County exemption regulations governing the preparation of the assessment roll.
  
• Mapping procedures used in assessment work.
  
• Principles of statistical recordkeeping.
  
• Software programs used in the Assessor's office.

Ability to:

• Make sound judgments in the interpretation and evaluation of property statements.
  
• Compare and verify documents and make mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy.
  
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  
• Read and write at the level required for successful job performance.
  
• Read, interpret and apply pertinent laws, rules and regulations.
  
• Maintain current and accurate assessment roll information.
  
• Provide assistance with questions concerning assessments, exemptions, and property information.