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

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  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.

Licenses:
Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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  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.

• 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.

• 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.

HOLIDAYS & LEAVES

VACATION

10 days the first 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 160 hours), 15 days in the second 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 240 hours), and 20 days after 10 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 320 hours).

SICK LEAVE

.0462 hours sick leave for each paid regularly scheduled work hour. 12 days (96 hours per year) with unlimited accumulation. Optional annual buy back of a portion of accumulated sick leave hours upon meeting certain criteria.

HOLIDAYS

Twelve paid holidays annually plus one optional holiday.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE

Three (3) regularly scheduled work days or five (5) days if distance traveled over 500 miles one-way.

INSURANCE

HEALTH INSURANCE

County paid health plan with maximum contributions; 100% for employee up to maximum of $420, 50% of dependent up to maximum of $100 for child/$220 for spouse biweekly. County paid dental and vision plans, 100% for employee, with 50% of dependent premiums paid by the County.

County sponsored employee health clinic available for zero or reduced co-pay depending on selected health plan.

DISABILITY INSURANCE

State Disability Insurance - Benefit based on highest quarter during previous calendar year. Employee pays premium.

LIFE INSURANCE

$10,000 County-paid coverage (Accidental Death and Dismemberment included). Voluntary Term Life and Universal Life Insurance available - premium paid by employee.

RETIREMENT

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. Employees choose their investment funds and can make pretax contributions to the plan up to the maximum allowable.

MERCED COUNTY EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION