Assessment Technician I

Salary : $48,027.20 - $61,276.80 Annually
Location : All Locations - San Luis Obispo County, CA
Job Type: Permanent - Hourly
Job Number: 1225PM-000894-01
Department: Assessor
Division: Assessor Public Service
Opening Date: 12/05/2025
Closing Date: 12/19/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

About the Position

This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County.
The San Luis Obispo County Assessor's Office is looking to hire an Assessment Technician I who is a service-oriented individual who will provide excellent customer service to the public we serve, as well as to support other divisions within the department. The Assessor's Office seeks excellence in providing information, services, and accurate property assessments through our personal commitment to integrity, mutual respect and teamwork.

Assessment Technician I is part of a career series that includes Assessment Technician I, II, III, and IV. Under the direction of the section supervisor, performs a variety of tax assessment duties to complete and maintain the property tax roll, and provides support and service to other office sections and the public.

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The Ideal Candidate

Typical Tasks and Representative Duties
(Not in order of importance)

• Learns policies and procedures and performs basic assessment duties.
• Enters, scans, researches, and maintains a large variety and volume of assessment data with a high degree of accuracy.
• Assists and educates staff and the public about various assessment situations; explains the application of various Revenue and Taxation Codes, and other codes, statutes, and regulations.
• Answers phones and assists the public with general assessment questions.
• Reads and interprets legal descriptions.
• Prepares a variety of reports and correspondence.
• Performs basic cash handling and clerical accounting duties.
• May be called upon to assist or serve on special projects or teams.

• Performs other related duties as required.

Employment Standards
Knowledge of:

• Mathematics including fractions and percentages
• General office procedures, practices, and machines
• Personal computer usage and common software

• Common methods of describing real property

Ability to:

• Follow written and verbal instructions

• Convey assessment laws and procedures accurately, tactfully, and concisely, both verbally and in writing

• Interpret, apply, and explain rules, laws, regulations, policies and procedures
• Analyze assessment service problems, prepare sound recommendations, and adopt effective courses of action
• Perform assigned duties under pressure and with many interruptions while maintaining accuracy
• Use sound judgment in researching, interpreting, applying, and explaining appropriate laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Read and interpret maps and property descriptions
• Support and follow Assessor's office policies, goals, guiding principles, and Mission - Vision - Values Statement
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships; communicate and work effectively with others in a diverse population
• Foster a spirit of teamwork and support when interacting with staff and others
• Operate a computer and assigned office equipment
• Maintain a safe and orderly work area

Education and Experience
A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:

All levels: Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D. certificate

In addition to the above:
Assessment Technician I: Either A: One (1) year of clerical experience in an Assessor's office, Tax Collector's office, Auditor/Controller's office, Clerk/Recorder's office or similar experience in a real estate related field, OR B:Two (2) years of clerical work which includes computer experience.
Licenses and Certificates
A valid driver's license is required at the time of application. A valid CALIFORNIA driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.

How to Apply
Applicants must submit their application online by the final filing date.
An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.
For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.
Reasonable Accommodation Notice
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us for more information.

Veteran's Preference Points
If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran's credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.
Make a Difference
Employees of the County of San Luis Obispo are public servants who impact the lives of our community every day. From supporting efforts to reduce homelessness, keeping our drinking water clean, or serving the families in need in the community, County employees make a difference.
Compensation and Benefits
Your annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package.

For additional information regarding the benefits listed that may be available to you, visit the associated .

Some benefits include:

- Medical (PPO, EPO, HDHP), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance
- Health enhancing programs such as Hinge Health, GIThrive and Carrum Health for medical enrollees.
- Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums)
- Free visits to the employee health clinic
- Mental Health resources/benefits including Headspace
- Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more)
- A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust
- Optional deferred compensation plan
- Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care)
- Paid personal, sick and vacation days
- 12 paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Education and Wellness Allowance
- Post Employment Health Plan
- Family Friendly workplace policies
- Flexible work schedule options
-Rideshare commuter benefits
- Pet Insurance
The County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs.

Pension Benefit and Employee Contribution Rates:
The County's pension is a defined benefit plan that provides a guaranteed monthly pension payment for life based on your time in service, wages, and other factors. The County is the primary contributor to the pension fund, but the health of the pension fund also depends on mandatory employee contributions. Employees are required to pay a percentage of their base pay towards the pension fund, ranging from 5% to 19%. This amount is deducted from your paycheck pre-tax every pay period. To find out how much will be deducted from your paycheck should you be hired for this position, please contact Pension Trust at (805) 781-5465.

Healthcare Benefits and Cafeteria Contributions:
The County offers comprehensive medical coverage to you and your family, along with two dental plan options and vision coverage. All permanent employees receive a monthly employer contribution (or 'cafeteria' contribution) to help them pay for their portion of the medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums. The amount of the cafeteria contribution varies by Bargaining Unit (BU) and the extent to which employees enroll their dependents. If the cafeteria amount is greater than your selected premiums, the remainder of the cafeteria is paid out to you in your paycheck as taxable income. If the cafeteria amount is less than your monthly premiums, you pay the remainder of the premiums with pre-tax wages.

To estimate your out-of-pocket costs (or cashback from extra cafeteria),

Learning and Development
The County prioritizes your learning, personal and professional development, and career growth. Employees have access to over 1500 on-demand courses, instructor led courses, and job-specific trainings.

Employees can take courses to upskill to make themselves more competitive for promotional opportunities and further their career growth. Examples of courses include:

- Emotional Intelligence
- Supervisor/Manager academies
- Microsoft Suite courses
- Defensive Driving
- Financial management
- Retirement preparedness
- Teambuilding
- Written Communication
- Conflict Management
- Clifton StrengthsFinder and DISC
- Job specific conferences/trainings

Student Loan Forgiveness
Did you know that if you are employed by a government agency you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
County employees also have access to GotZoom, a program that offers tools and support to navigate your federal student loans.

Homebuyer assistance program
Employees have access to the "Assist-to-Own" program sponsored by to get a loan for the down payment.
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Do you have either A: One (1) year of clerical experience in an Assessor's office, Tax Collector's office, Auditor/Controller's office, Clerk/Recorder's office or similar experience in a real estate related field. OR B: Two (2) years of clerical work which includes computer experience. One (1) year of the required experience in option B may be substituted with two (2) years of coursework (60 semester units or 90 quarter units) at an accredited college or university?

• Yes
• No

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