Appraiser Aide

Job Summary

The County of Mono is seeking an Appraiser Aide to provide specialized clerical and technical support to professional appraisal staff within the Assessor’s Office. This position plays an important role in researching property records, reviewing deeds and ownership documents, processing property tax exemptions, maintaining appraisal records, and assisting with determinations related to changes in ownership and reappraisable events.

The Appraiser Aide may also assist with field inspections of land, structures, and property improvements; gather and verify property information; perform calculations; prepare records and reports; and respond to questions from the public regarding property records, maps, deeds, and appraisal procedures. This position provides an excellent opportunity to develop knowledge and experience in property appraisal and assessment practices while supporting the County’s property assessment responsibilities.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with property records, legal descriptions, and numerical information. This individual enjoys research and problem-solving and is able to gather, analyze, and accurately record information from a variety of sources. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to explain information clearly and professionally when working with the public, County staff, and other agencies.

The ideal candidate is also someone who is eager to learn the principles and practices of property assessment and appraisal. The ability to follow established procedures, perform mathematical calculations accurately, maintain thorough records, and establish cooperative working relationships will be important to success in this role. Experience in an Assessor’s Office or appraisal setting is not required; the position is designed as a bridge into the professional appraisal field for someone with the aptitude and interest to grow in this area.

The Assessor’s Office is responsible for determining the value of taxable property within Mono County and maintaining accurate property assessment records in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The office works with property owners, public agencies, and other stakeholders to research property ownership, review recorded documents, process applicable exemptions, and maintain accurate information used in property assessment.

As an Appraiser Aide, this position supports the professional appraisal team while gaining practical experience with property records, legal descriptions, ownership changes, exemptions, appraisal procedures, and field inspections. The role offers an opportunity to build a foundation in property assessment and develop the knowledge and skills necessary for advancement within the appraisal profession.

California’s Great Beyond:
Mono County

Mono County offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through public service while enjoying an exceptional quality of life. As a small, collaborative county organization, employees work closely with leadership, take on diverse responsibilities, and see the direct results of their work in the community.

What employees value about working at Mono County:
Employees appreciate Mono County’s location and lifestyle benefits, strong benefits package (including CalPERS retirement and health coverage), collaborative teams, and the opportunity to make a direct impact in public service. Our smaller, close‑knit work environment fosters meaningful connections and supports work‑life balance.

Mono County, California’s Eastern Sierra

Mono County is a rural region with a dynamic community of 13,000 residents located in the eastern side of California’s Sierra Nevada range. Development is increasing in the area due to the consistent growth of the town of Mammoth Lakes. Known as “California’s Great Beyond” this natural playground offers a complete range of amenities and activities making it an ideal place to live and work.

Enjoy fine shops, restaurants, and cafes. Snowboard, ski, or bike down mountain trails, fish for trout,…