Appraisal Trainee Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $64,750.40 - $91,166.40 Annually
Location : Throughout San Bernardino County, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26-01231-01
Department: Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk
Opening Date: 07/25/2026
Closing Date: 8/14/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
The Job
EXCELLENT CAREER OPPORTUNITY! APPLY TODAY TO JOIN TEAM ARC!
The Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk (ARC) is recruiting for Appraisers I who are responsible for performing single residential and moderate sized multiple-unit residential appraisals while training to appraise commercial-industrial properties. Appraisers I analyze data to arrive at valuations for real or personal property for tax assessment purposes; gather market and cost data; review financial documents; perform field inspections of real property (land and buildings) and personal property (business equipment, fixtures, etc.); interview business and property owners, contractors, and Realtors; prepare appeals; represent the County before the Assessment Appeals Board and court hearings; and explain assessment laws, policies and procedures to the public.
Current vacancies exist in Rancho Cucamonga and San BernardinoThe list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy and any future vacancies as they occur throughout the County.
For a more detailed description of job duties, refer to the job description.
Note: Applications are also being accepted for and Appraiser II Trainee. Review announcement and requirements on our website. A separate application is required for each level. Appraiser I, Appraiser II and Appraiser II Trainee may be filled at any level. In order to increase your opportunities, you are encouraged to apply for all levels in which you feel you meet the minimum qualifications.
Auto-promotion up to $103,708annually
EXCELLENT BENEFITS
To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
The County also offers an alternativeModified Benefits Option (MBO)that provides a wage differential.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Promotion: Appraisers I are eligible for promotion to Appraiser II ($75,483 - $103,708annually) upon meeting the minimum requirements for that class including obtaining, within one (1) year of employment, a valid permanent Appraiser's Certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization and receiving a satisfactory work performance evaluation. Incumbents must promote within twenty-four (24) months or be terminated.
Travel: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained. Offices are located in Big Bear, Hesperia, Joshua Tree, Rancho Cucamonga, San Bernardino and Twin Peaks.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
CANDIDATES MUST MEET ONE OF THE FOLLOWING OPTION REQUIREMENTS:
OPTION 1
Must possess one (1) year of experience as an Appraiser Trainee in a county or state office performing valuations for assessment purposes.
OPTION 2
Possession of a Residential, Certified Residential, or Certified General Real Estate Appraiser License issued by the California Bureau of Real Estate Appraisers (BREA) AND one (1) year of journey-level appraisal experience.
Experience for both options must have been obtained within the last ten (10) years.
Applicants MUST ALSO meet one of the following qualifications for obtaining the Appraiser Certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization:
EDUCATION
A completed/awarded bachelor's degree.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Graduation from high school and a combination of higher education and relevant experience totaling four (4) years (experience must have been obtained within the last ten years) as one of the following:

• A licensed real property appraiser (CA BREA Residential or higher), building cost estimator, accountant, or engineer.
• A California real estate licensee engaged in buying, selling, or leasing real estate.
• An Appraiser Aide/Technician or higher in a county or state office performing valuations for assessment purposes. or for the California State Board of Equalization.
• An employee of an Assessor's office (other than Appraiser Aide/Technician or higher) or property tax department of the California State Board of Equalization except that such employment time shall be limited to qualifying for only 32 months of the four-year experience requirement. The remaining amount of time shall be accumulated by other relevant experience described above or by education in an accredited institution of higher education in the academic fields listed above.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
All work experience must be clearly detailed and demonstrated on the application AND supplemental questionnaire to ensure qualifications are properly considered (resumes are not reviewed). All information must be current and up to date.
EDUCATION
Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. (Must be attached if applicable.) For education evaluation services, refer to Naces
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and computer skills, have the ability to manage large appraisal workloads with a high degree of independence and be willing to travel to district offices as needed. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess 18 months of experience as an Appraiser Trainee in a California County Assessor's Office or 2 years as a journey-level appraiser.
Selection Process
Examination Procedure:
An online assessment of knowledge and skills in the following areas (study materials are not available):

• Real Property Appraisal
• Math

Important: The ability to take pre-employment tests online is a privilege. Please do not take advantage of this benefit. Also, be aware that applicants may be required to take parallel versions of these tests in a proctored setting in order to confirm their identities as the original test takers.
Application Procedure:
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 pm, Friday, August 14, 2026. It is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible, as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application as soon as possible. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
If you require technical assistance, follow this link or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the (All Veterans Preference documentation (originals not required) must be submitted within 48 hours of submitting your application.)
For important details about the employment and application process, including helpful tips, review the links below:
Employment Hiring Process Information
SBC LevelUp - The Hiring Journey
Guide to Completing a County Job Application
Administrative Services Unit
San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
Please review the appropriate * for more information
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the for more detailed information.
*Retirement benefits subject to change.
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INSTRUCTIONS: The information on the Application and your responses to the following supplemental questions will be used in a determination of qualifications. Accurate responses should be provided for each question, and all work experience listed on the Supplemental Questionnaire must also be listed on the Application in order to be evaluated.
(Do not refer to resume as it will NOT be reviewed. All questions should be answered appropriately.)

• I have read and understand the above statements.

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EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS: Indicate the option to which you meet the minimum requirements.

• Option 1 - I possess at least (1) one year of experience as an Appraiser Trainee in a county or state office performing valuations for assessment purposes.
• Option 2 - I possess a Residential, Certified Residential, or Certified General Real Estate Appraiser License issued by the California Bureau of Real Estate Appraisers (BREA) AND one (1) year of journey-level appraisal experience.
• None of the above. I do not possess the required experience indicated above.

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EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants MUST ALSO meet one of the following in order to obtain the Appraiser Certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization. (Graduation from high school and a combination of higher education and relevant experience totaling four (4) years.) Indicate the option to which you meet the minimum requirements.

• Education - I possess a completed/awarded bachelor's degree. (Must be accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.)
• Education and/or Experience - I possess four years of experience as a licensed (BREA Residential or higher) real property appraiser.
• Education and/or Experience - I possess four years of experience as a cost estimator, accountant or engineer.
• Education and/or Experience - I possess four years of experience as a California real estate licensee engaged in buying, selling, or leasing real estate.
• Education and/or Experience - I possess four years of experience as an Appraisal Technician or higher in a county or state office performing valuations for assessment purposes or California State Board of Equalization.
• Education and/or Experience - I possess experience as an employee in an Assessor's office or property tax department of the California State Board of Equalization and other relevant experience or education that totals four years.
• Education and/or Experience - I possess a combination of higher education and relevant experience totaling four (4) years as indicated above.
• None of the above. I do not possess the required education and/or experience as indicated above.

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Qualifying Employer: Provide the name of the Employer where you acquired your qualifying experience. If you do not have any qualifying experience, indicate "N/A".
Employer referenced and all relevant experience MUST be listed and described in the work experience section of your application.
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Do you have experience utilizing Property Information Systems? (E.g., researching, entering, and/or locating property information).

• Yes, I gained this experience as an employee in an Assessor's office.
• Yes, I gained this experience as a licensed BREA appraiser.
• Yes, I gained this experience as a licensed real estate agent or broker.
• Yes, I gained this experience as an employee at a title, escrow, or other organization.
• Yes, I gained this experience by other means.
• I do not have experience utilizing Property Information Systems.

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