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The Office of the Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder and Chief Elections Officer is seeking well-qualified candidates for the position of Principal Auditor-Appraiser.

The Principal Auditor-Appraiser shares a critical role in assisting the Deputy Assessor and Chief Appraiser in the completion of the Office's mission to: determine the assessed value of all taxable personal property for businesses located in San Mateo County; create the official record of taxable personal property (approximately 16,000 assessments each year on the local assessment roll); share this information with the County Controller and Tax Collector, and make it publicly available.
 
The technically savvy and experienced individual hired for this position will have the responsibility to supervise the assessment work of auditor-appraisal staff in the timely collection, processing and analysis of valuation data for personal property for tax assessment purposes.  In addition, the Principal Auditor-Appraiser will perform the more difficult audits and appraisals.
 
The ideal candidate is a conscientious and highly motivated professional who possesses excellent leadership, supervisory, training and technical skills, and highly-effective interpersonal and communication skills. The successful candidate has demonstrated experience maintaining a high level of work productivity, can lead by example, and can motivate staff towards achieving their goals and responsibilities.
 
The Assessor's Office is currently involved in several major projects, including the development of a new Automated Property Assessment and Tax System, and the appraisal and assessment of several large-scale commercial, manufacturing, research and development, and mixed-use developments being built throughout San Mateo County.  This is an exciting time to join our team of experienced and committed professionals.

The Department
The mission of the Office of the Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder and Chief Elections Officer is to ensure equitable treatment of County property owners by accurate and fair valuation of land, improvements, and businesses; to create an accurate public record of recorded transactions relating to people and property within San Mateo County; and to register County citizens to vote and efficiently conduct honest elections.

The Department is responsible for:

• The maintenance of about 235,000 assessments and around $308 billion local property tax roll
• The maintenance of County birth, death, and marriage records
• The maintenance of over 3,000,000 recorded land records
• The conduct of local elections
• The maintenance of the voter registration rolls representing over 330,000 County voters 

The Department is also responsible for a budget of about $27 million, election billing to all jurisdictions, and 15 governmental trust funds.

NOTE: The hiring list established by this recruitment could be used to fill current and future permanent, limited term, extra-help, and/or unclassified Principal Auditor-Appraiser vacancies.

 

 

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include but are not limited to:

• Planning, scheduling, assigning, and monitoring work of assigned staff; participating in the hiring of assigned staff and recommending candidates for management approval.
• Training assigned staff in County policies and procedures and State laws, rules and regulations; preparing and conducting in-service training for staff to ensure currency with changing policies and rules.
• Advising the Assessor and Deputy Assessor on changes to rules, regulations and legislation.
• Collaborating with Deputy County Counsel, Principal and Senior Auditor-Appraisers, and other management personnel.
• Developing, implementing, monitoring and revising departmental policies and audit and appraisal procedures.
• Monitoring quality control of audits and appraisals in process, identifying problems and recommending corrective action.
• Evaluating employee performance, counseling employees, and effectively recommending initial corrective action and other personnel decisions.
• Examining and auditing accounting records, financial statements, ownership records, leases, operation statements, and other related documents of large or complex firms, frequently requiring travel to taxpayer's place of business and location where the records are maintained, including travel to various parts of the United States.
• Representing the Department in the Inter-County Cooperative Audit-Appraisal Program and on other ad hoc committees as appropriate.
• Writing narrative audit and appraisal reports and reviewing appraisals and audits with property owners and their agents.
• Maintaining technical and professional expertise in auditing, appraising and assessment procedures.
• Making presentations before the Assessment Appeals Board, Superior Court and other public entities.
• Staying abreast of legislative developments and changes, actively participating in conferences, and sharing gained knowledge with staff.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

 

Licensure/Certification:

• Possesses a Property Tax Appraiser Certificate issued by the California State Board of Equalization. An SBE Advanced Appraiser Certificate is desirable and should be obtained within one year of employment as a Principal Auditor-Appraiser.

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.

• A typical way to qualify is a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with upper division coursework in accounting, auditing, appraising or cost estimating and 5 years of experience (including 2 years as a Senior Auditor-Appraiser) performing a full range of highly complex audits and appraisals of tangible and taxable property for tax assessment purposes.

Knowledge of:

• Supervisory principles and practices, including work planning, scheduling, assignment, review, and employee training and corrective action.
• Principles, methods and techniques of effective interviewing, negotiating and case management.
• Training methods, procedures and requirements.
• Technical and professional knowledge of accounting, auditing and appraisal methods and procedures.
• California Property Tax laws.
• State Board of Equalization guidelines.
• Court decisions affecting assessment procedures.
• Policies and procedures related to the department.
• Business mathematics.
• Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Record-keeping principles and procedures.

Skill/Ability to:

• Plan, assign, supervise, review and evaluate the work of others.
• Train in proper techniques and procedures of auditing and appraising property for tax purposes.
• Provide leadership to meet goals.
• Direct and review the work of others.
• Audit and appraise large and complex property for tax purposes.
• Travel to a variety of geographic locations throughout the country according to regular schedules, as well as on demand.
• Read, interpret and apply rules, policies and procedures.
• Plan and organize time to meet workload requirements.
• Use initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Accurately determine historic, reproduction and replacement costs.
• Accurately identify and measure depreciation and obsolescence.
• Measure income producing characteristics of property and appropriately capitalize the income stream into value.
• Identify and classify various types of land, sites, buildings, structures, manufactured homes, vessels, aircraft, trade fixtures, and property interests in an accurate and uniform manner.
• Produce effective presentations.
• Maintain complete and accurate records and prepare written narrative audit and appraisal reports.
• Use Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), as well as, department applications (EZ Access, EZ Cam and FileNet).

 

Application/Examination

 

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply.  Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, Confidential and Management extra-help/limited term, and SEIU or AFSCME represented extra help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. 
 
The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidate's application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%), which may include the evaluation of a brief written and/or performance exercise given immediately preceding the interview. Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.
 
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go tohttps://jobs.smcgov.org/to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. 

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Closing Date: Monday, March 16, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST

Application Screening: Wednesday, April 18, 2026

Panel Interviews: Week of April 6, 2026

 

About the County
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities. 

The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work. 

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.  

 

HR Analyst: Sarah Huynh (02232026) (U077 - Principal Auditor-Appraiser)

Description

 

The County's Executive Office is seeking highly qualified applicants for the position of 

Assistant Director of County Procurement.

 

 

Please view our online brochure for detailed information about the position and instructions on how to apply.

 

Application/Examination

This is an Open and Promotional recruitment.  Anyone may apply.  Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in classified regular, probationary, extra-help or limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
 
The examination process will consist of an Application Screening (weight: pass/fail) and an Interview (weight: 100%), which may include the evaluation of a brief writing exercise given immediately preceding the interview.  Applicants must successfully pass the Application Screening to move forward to the interview. Candidates must successfully pass the interview to be placed on the eligible (hiring) list.
 
Depending on the number of applications a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position. For that reason, not all applicants with the minimum qualifications are guaranteed to advance through the recruitment.
 
All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.
 
IMPORTANT:  Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click "Apply". If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
 
In addition to completing the standard Employment Application form, responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire (attached to the application form) must also be provided.
 
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE:
Final Filing Date: March 4, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: March 9-11, 2026
Panel/Departmental Interviews: March 24-26, 2026

About the County 
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

 

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.

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Analyst: Chet Overstreet – 02112026 (Assistant Director of County Procurement - D151)

The San Mateo County District Attorney's Office is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Victim Programs Services Manager. 

The exceptional victim services professional hired for this position will be responsible for:

• Coordinating, implementing, directing, managing, and evaluating county-wide victim services and programs.
• Assisting in the development, implementation, and evaluation of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures related to victim programs and services.
• Selecting, training, and providing direction to subordinate professional, technical. and clerical staff.

 

The District Attorney's Office
The mission of the District Attorney's Office is the prosecution of adult and juvenile offenders, enforcement of consumer and environmental laws, provision of legal and investigative support to other law enforcement agencies, and dissemination of public information about law enforcement. Through our victim services programs, we also seek to aid those victimized by criminals.

The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience managing, planning, implementing, and evaluating victim advocacy program services.
• Knowledge of the laws, codes, and regulations governing victim programs.
• Knowledge of the current trends in support, research, treatment, and outreach education related to victims of crimes.
• Bachelor's Degree in sociology, psychology, administration of justice, counseling, or a related field.
• Superior interpersonal skills with expertise in motivating and developing staff.
• A positive and flexible outlook and excitement for new challenges.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational ability for handling multiple tasks and urgent issues quickly and simultaneously.
• Initiative and sound independent judgment when responding to the public and dealing with problems.
• Creative solutions when dealing with programmatic and staff issues.
• Experience in supervising, evaluating, and training personnel.

 

Examples Of Duties

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

• Organize, supervise, and monitor county-wide victim programs, services, and events.
• Participate in the development of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and priorities for the victim programs.
• Maintain an effective working relationship with a variety of public and private organizations, including staff in other County departments and community agencies.
• Evaluate the sources of outside funds, prepare and submit grant applications, and administer secured funds.
• Provide staff assistance to higher level management on victim program or service issues.
• Select, supervise, train, and evaluate professional, technical, and clerical subordinates.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

• Four years of experience in a public safety, health, social services, or community-based program that included responsibility for program planning, client or customer services, program evaluation, budget administration, or community resource coordination.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of public administration and program management, including planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Principles and practices of effective victim advocacy programs, including current trends in support, research, treatment, education, litigation, or related services.
• Principles of personnel training, supervision, and evaluation.
• Laws, codes, and regulations governing victim programs.
• Community resources available for victim support work.

Skill/Ability to:

• Organize, direct, and coordinate program services.
• Work cooperatively with other County departments and public and private organizations.
• Analyze problems accurately, develop recommendations, and take appropriate action to resolve them.
• Prepare complex and detailed written reports, procedures, grant applications, and contracts.
• Speak effectively to diverse audiences, including professional, clinical, and citizen groups.
• Apply principles and techniques of community organization, including community awareness, resource coordination, and mobilization of diverse community groups, as appropriate.
• Train staff and coordinate activities of contractors, volunteer groups, and staff.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.

 

Application/Examination

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and Superior Court of California, San Mateo County employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in classified regular, probationary, or extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score
  
The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: Pass/Fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%).

 

Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification.  All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. 
  
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions on the online application must be provided. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before the final filing date. 

 

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: March 11, 2026, by 11:59 p.m. PST
Application Screening:  Week of March 16, 2026
Panel Interviews: April 8 and/or 9, 2026
  
About the County

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities. 

 

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

 

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. 

 

 

HR Contact: Chet Overstreet (02192026) (Victim Programs Services Manager - D137)

 

The Office of the Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder and Chief Elections Officer is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Senior Auditor-Appraiser.

 

Under general direction, Senior Auditor-Appraisers:

• Make site visits to businesses to audit their books, records, and financial reports, and to make appraisals to determine assessment valuations.
• Provide direction to Auditor-Appraiser I/II staff including assigning, directing, and reviewing their work.
• Perform the most difficult audits and appraisals of the largest and most complex properties for assessment purposes.

 

"Largest" audit and appraisal projects will include those businesses with the higher assessed values, such as airlines, biopharmaceutical, or manufacturing concerns. "Complex" audit and appraisal projects will include those businesses with accounting systems that contain subsidiary ledgers and journals, "abnormal" obsolescence, such as high technology concerns or specialized manufacturing equipment, and major accounts with multiple locations.  

 

In addition to the ability to perform large and complex audits and appraisal projects, the ideal candidate for this position will have:

• Successfully present appraisal reports at the Assessment Appeals Board.
• Appear as an expert witness before the Assessment Appeals Board as to property values.
• Review other assessment issues, in compliance with the Revenue and Taxation Code.
• Perform out-of-state audit assignments in a variety of geographic locations, as necessary.
• Lead a team on an out-of-state airline audit, or major biopharmaceutical audits, as necessary.
• Possess excellent computer skills, including advanced working knowledge of MS Office, specifically Excel and Word.
• Demonstrate outstanding interpersonal relations and customer service skills.

The ideal candidate will also have:

• Two or more years of experience as an Auditor II performing a full range of audits and appraisals and will have experience performing more advanced level audits and appraisals of tangible and taxable property for tax assessment purposes.
• A four-year degree with a specialization in accounting from a recognized institution of higher education (accredited); or 18 semester units (or quarter equivalents) of accounting and/or auditing courses from a recognized institution of higher education. Business law and economic classes may not contribute toward the 18 units; or 19 semester units (or quarter equivalents), 16 units of which must be accounting and/or auditing courses from a recognized institution of higher education, and 3 semester units may be either business law or economic classes.

In addition, the ideal candidate will be working toward an Advanced Appraisal Certification. Information about the California State Board of Equalization can be found at: https://www.boe.ca.gov/.

 

The Assessor's Office is currently involved in several major projects, including the development of a new Automated Property Assessment and Tax System, and the appraisal and assessment of several large-scale commercial, manufacturing, research and development, and mixed-use developments being built throughout San Mateo County.  This is an exciting time to consider career advancement as a Senior Auditor-Appraiser.

 

Qualifications

 

Licensure/Certification:

• Acquisition within one year of appointment of a permanent Property Tax Appraiser Certificate issued by the California State Board of Equalization.

 

Experience:

• At least two years of experience as an Auditor II performing a full range of audits and appraisals or has experience performing more advanced level audits and appraisals of tangible and taxable property for tax assessment purposes.

 

Education:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with upper division coursework in accounting, auditing, appraising or cost estimating. 

 

Knowledge of:

• Technical and professional knowledge of methods used in the auditing of records and the valuation of property for tax assessment purposes.
• Accounting and auditing principles and practices.
• Training methods, procedures, and requirements.
• Basic supervisory principles and practices.
• California Property Tax laws.
• State Board of Equalization guidelines.
• Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice.
• Court decisions affecting assessment procedures.
• Policies and procedures related to the department.
• Business arithmetic and statistical measures.
• Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Narrative report writing.  

 

Skill/Ability to:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during work.
• Audit complex financial books and records to determine ownership, segregate costs of property, and evaluate property owner declarations.
• Read, interpret, and apply rules, policies, and procedures.
• Use initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Audit and appraise complex property for tax purposes.
• Organize and plan time for completion of audit and appraisal workload.
• Discover and resolve audit and appraisal problems.
• Travel to a variety of geographic locations throughout the country according to regular schedules, as well as, on demand.
• Work independently.
• Analyze data and draw logical conclusions.
• Train in proper techniques and procedures of auditing and appraising property.
• Direct and review the work of others.
• Select and make appropriate adjustments to property.
• Accurately determine historic, reproduction, and replacement costs.
• Accurately identify and measure depreciation and obsolescence.
• Measure income producing characteristics of property and appropriately capitalize the income stream into value.
• Identify and classify various types of land, sites, buildings, structures, manufactured homes, vessels, aircraft, trade fixtures, and property interests in an accurate and uniform manner.
• Produce effective presentations.
• Maintain complete and accurate records and prepare written audit narratives and appraisal reports.
• Operate standard office equipment, including departmental applications.

 

Application/Examination

 

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply.  Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, Confidential and Management extra-help/limited term, and SEIU or AFSCME represented extra help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. 
 
The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidate's application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%), which may include the evaluation of a brief written and/or performance exercise given immediately preceding the interview. Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.
 
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. 

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Closing Date: Monday, March 16, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST

Application Screening: Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Panel Interviews: Week of March 30, 2026

 

About the County
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities. 

The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work. 

 

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.  

Analyst: Sarah Huynh (02232026) (Senior Auditor - Appraiser - U063)

 

The Office of the Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder and Chief Elections Officer of the County of San Mateo is seeking experienced Senior Appraisers to join our team, with current openings in the Residential and Commercial Appraisal Units. If you bring extensive expertise in property valuation and have a keen interest in navigating the complexities of Proposition 19 or property tax Exemptions, we encourage you to apply. Join us in ensuring accurate assessments and contributing to the dynamic and evolving landscape of property valuation.

The Assessor’s Office has launched a new cutting-edge, cloud-based property tax system, replacing its legacy system. This marks an exciting time to join our team of experienced and committed professionals as we modernize our operations and enhance how property tax services are delivered.

Ideal candidates for this position will:

• Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution of higher learning, and five years of experience appraising residential and commercial properties, 3 years of which involved appraising residential properties for tax assessment purposes

OR

• Be a high school graduate (or equivalent) and have 7 years of experience appraising residential and commercial properties, three years of which involved appraising commercial industrial properties for tax assessment purposes

 

The previous experience of an ideal candidate will include:

• Appraisal of all types of tangible and taxable property such as commercial, industrial, apartments and high value residential, possessory interest in government-owned and agricultural properties
• Extensive application of the California Revenue and Taxation Code, California Board of Equalization Property Tax Rules, and California Property Tax case law
• Analysis of appraisal reports and other information provided by external parties
• Presentations and appearances as an expert witness before the Assessment Appeals Boards on appraisal and assessment valuations
• Review of property tax assessments for possible decline in value
• Review of other assessment issues, including but not limited to, Change in Ownership, Exemptions, etc., in compliance with the Revenue and Taxation Code
• Analysis of Business Property Statements and application of the Unsecured System to resolve complex Leasehold Improvement assessment issues
• Interaction with county departments and governmental agencies
• Interacted with and engagement in discussion with property owners, and their agents
• Training of new appraisers and performance of related duties as required
• Extensive use of the computer, including extensive use of MS Office, specifically Excel and Word
• Functioning as a team player and have providing leadership   

Senior Appraisers may act as lead workers within a group of other appraisers and must be able to operate in a rapidly changing technological environment. Knowledge of personal computers in a Windows environment is highly desired.

 

The Department

 The mission of the Office of the Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder and Chief Elections Officer is to ensure equitable treatment of County property owners by accurate and fair valuation of land, improvements, and businesses; to create an accurate public record of recorded transactions relating to people and property within San Mateo County; and to register County citizens to vote and efficiently conduct honest elections.  

The Department is responsible for:

• The maintenance of about 235,000 assessments and around $308 billion local property tax roll
• The maintenance of County birth, death, and marriage records
• The maintenance of over 3,000,000 recorded land records
• The conduct of local elections
• The maintenance of the voter registration rolls representing over 330,000 County voters 

The Department is also responsible for a budget of about $27 million, election billing to all jurisdictions, and 15 governmental trust funds.

 

Examples Of Duties

 

In general, Senior Appraisers:

• Apply extensive appraisal skills to seamlessly transition between diverse teams, including residential and commercial valuations, exemptions processing, and Change in Ownership assessments, ensuring valuations are conducted in accordance with relevant Revenue and Taxation codes.
• Obtain, process, and analyze data for timely completion of the valuations of the most complex and specialized residential, commercial, industrial, manufacturing, technological, agricultural, institutional, mixed-use, and special-use real and personal property for tax assessment purposes.
• Present appraisals before the Assessment Appeals Board.
• Perform lead work and train new workers.

 

Qualifications

 

Certification:  Acquisition within one year of appointment of a permanent Property Tax Appraiser Certificate issued by the California State Board of Equalization.

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. 

A typical way to qualify is two years of experience performing a full range of audits and appraisals of tangible and taxable property for tax assessment purposes. Such experience is typically the same as the work of an Appraiser II in San Mateo County.

Knowledge of:

• California Property Tax laws related to property assessments, including but not limited to Change in Ownership, appraisal of real and personal property, exemptions, etc.
• State Board of Equalization Rules and guidelines
• Court decisions affecting assessment procedures
• Policies and procedures related to the department
• Technical and professional appraisal methods and procedures for real, personal, and intangible property
• Training methods, procedures, and requirements
• Basic supervisory principles and practices
• Business arithmetic and statistical measures
• Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation
• Record keeping principles and procedures

Skill/Ability to:

• Appraise complex property interests
• Act as an expert witness before the Assessment Appeals Board
• Train in proper techniques and procedures of appraising property
• Direct and review the work of others
• Select and make appropriate adjustments to property
• Travel to a variety of geographic locations throughout the County according to regular schedules as well as on demand
• Read, interpret, and apply rules, policies, and procedures
• Accurately determine historic, reproduction, and replacement costs
• Accurately identify and measure depreciation and obsolescence
• Measure income producing characteristics of property and appropriately capitalize the income stream into value
• Produce for and deliver effective presentations to the Assessment Appeals Board and property owners and their agents
• Maintain complete, accurate, and uniform records
• Prepare written appraisal reports
• Operate standard office equipment, including departmental applications
• Use initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during the work

 

Application/Examination

 

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply.  Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. 

 

Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.  
   

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%) which may include a performance exam. Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in County of San Mateo, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.  

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Recruitment closes: Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST
Applicant Screening:  Monday, March 9, 2026
Panel Interviews: Wednesday, April 1, 2026

About the County
 San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse communities.
  
 The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.

 

 HR Analyst: Sarah Huynh (02122026) (U068 - Senior Appraiser)

Description

 

Challenge yourself to make a positive impact on your community and support victims of crime!

 

The County of San Mateo District Attorney's office is looking for passionate individuals that value diversity to join their existing team of dedicated experts in providing support and advocacy to victims of crime. As a Victim Advocate working in the criminal justice system, you will have an exceptional opportunity to make a positive impact in the community.
   
The District Attorney's Office Victim Services Division assists victims of crimes and/or their families in dealing with the financial and emotional aftermath of crime. Under general supervision, the incumbent will:

• Provide all mandatory and optional services per CA PC 13835.5, including assessing and coordinating the needs of crime victim/witnesses.
• Inform, update, and support victims/witnesses throughout the criminal justice process.
• Assist victims/witnesses with requesting criminal restitution; provide public presentations to a variety of audiences on victim related topics. 
• Perform related work as required.  

To learn more about the District’s Attorney’s Office please visit: https://www.smcgov.org/da.
   
Victim Advocate I ($35.74-$44.64/hr.) is the first level classification in the series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn the duties associated with the position and the client population served. Incumbents receive on-the-job, State-mandated, and other victim advocacy trainings. As experience is gained, there is greater independence of action within established guidelines. This class is flexibly staffed with II-level and incumbents may advance to the higher level after meeting the qualifications of the higher-level class.
   
Victim Advocate II ($42.16-$52.72/hr.) is advanced journey-level classification and incumbents perform advanced victim/witness advocacy work. Employees in this class have completed the State-mandated course requirements for entry-level and have performed victim advocacy work for a total of three years.
   
In addition to possessing a bachelor’s degree with a major in criminal justice, social welfare, behavioral science, or a related field, the ideal candidate for this position will have the following essential experience, demonstrated knowledge, skills, and/or abilities:

• Criminal law, sentencing structure and restitution.
• Victim's rights, crisis intervention techniques and trauma informed care principles.
• Mandated reporting laws and confidentiality laws.
• Basic principles and practices of case management.
• Write clear, concise, and comprehensive case notes and reports.
• Maintain accurate statistical data records.
• Speak, read, and write fluently in Spanish. (Desired, but not required)

There are currently two vacancies in the District Attorney's Office Victim Services Division. As needed, Victim Advocates may be required to perform work offsite or in our branch offices in San Mateo and South San Francisco.
  
NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

 

Examples Of Duties

 

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

• Respond to inquiries and requests from victims and witnesses of crime.
• Conduct interviews with victims and witnesses of crime to assess needs and promptly take appropriate action.
• Provide crisis intervention, follow-up counseling, and emotional support.
• Arrange for emergency assistance.
• Refer victims to counseling resources and other support groups.
• Provide assistance to victims applying for victim compensation.
• Provide information about the criminal justice processes.
• Provide information to victims about the status or disposition of the criminal case in which they are involved.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with prosecuting attorneys, law enforcement, and other community-based agencies.
• Provide court accompaniment and assist victims in the preparation of victim impact statements.
• Provide assistance with the submission of documents for restitution and provide information regarding collecting restitution.
• Maintain accurate daily statistics of activities and services.
• Prepare correspondence and other reports as required.
• Provide informational presentations to criminal justice agencies, victim services organizations, and the public on victim related topics.
• May be called to respond in the field in the event of a community crisis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

 

Education and Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying.
   
 A typical way to qualify for:

• District Attorney Victim Advocate I – A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in social welfare, behavioral science, or a related field and two years of experience in providing community services of an emergency, remedial, and/or educational nature to victimized and/or disadvantaged individuals.
• District Attorney Victim Advocate II – Three years of experience as a victim/witness advocate in the District Attorney's Office is required.
   

License: This position requires possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent.

 

 

Application/Examination

 

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score
  
The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: Pass/Fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. 

All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. 
  
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions on the online application must be provided. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before the final filing date. 

 

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: March 3, 2026, by 11:59 p.m. PST
Application Screening:  Week of March 9, 2026
Panel Interviews: Week of March 16, 2026, or Week of March 23, 2026
  
About the County

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities. 

 

The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

 

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. 

HR Contact: Chet Overstreet (02182026) (District Attorney's Office Victim Advocate I/II - G111/G114)

 

The County of San Mateo's Emergency Management Department (SMC EM) is accepting applications from dedicated individuals for the Limited Term position of Management Analyst - Grants and Fiscal Services.  This is an excellent opportunity to work with a dynamic team of emergency management professionals.

 

SMC EM's mission is to advance community resilience through a proactive and comprehensive approach to emergency management, involving the whole community in every phase of disaster preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery. To learn more about SMC EM, please visit https://www.smcgov.org/dem

 

The Management Analyst (MA) will assist in the oversight of SMC EM program budgets, ensuring financial efficiency and policy compliance, with responsibilities including revenue projections, cash flow analyses, cost containment, grant disbursement, and managing annual and mid-cycle budgets. This role, which is primarily fiscal-related with 10-20% dedicated to grants, includes preparing budget estimates, evaluating revenue and expenditure budgets, resolving cross-departmental fiscal issues, reviewing budget submittals for accuracy, and assisting with funding challenges.

 

Working under general supervision, incumbents perform analytical and technical work within the department. At this level, the impact of decisions is moderate to significant, with work typically involving interpreting, explaining, gathering, and analyzing financial information.

 

Additionally, the MA will plan and administer SMC EM programs, conduct analytical studies, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The selected candidate will track and monitor the adopted budget and prepare periodic budget reviews for submission to County departments, administration, and boards and commissions, such as the Emergency Services Council (ESC).

 

This crucial position will also involve various tasks to support the County's financial integrity and operational excellence, significantly contributing to the overall success of San Mateo County's emergency management mission.

 

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess

• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and grant disbursement
• Experience in developing and presenting operating and capital budgets, including preliminary estimates and salary projections
• Proficiency in tracking and monitoring budgets, preparing periodic reviews, and ensuring adherence to timelines
• The ability to resolve cross-departmental budget issues and propose procedural solutions
• Analytical skills to conduct financial analyses and special research projects, evaluate alternatives, and make recommendations
• Excellent written communication skills for preparing technical records, reports, and recommendations
• Computer skills and knowledge of a variety of software programs

 

Examples Of Duties:

The MA's responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develops and manages program, annual, and mid-cycle budgets, including revenue projections, forecasting, multi-year cash flow analysis, cost containment, distribution, grant funds disbursement, and salary and benefits projections
• Tracks and monitors the adopted budget and prepares periodic budget reviews for submission to County departments, administration, and boards and commissions, such as the Emergency Services Council (ESC)
• Formulates, prepares, and communicates budget completion schedules, calendars, and deadlines
• Facilitates and coordinates the resolution of cross-departmental budgetary issues, including identifying and proposing procedural solutions
• Balances expenditures and revenues and identifies funding gaps; assists departments in resolving funding issues; prepares status reports and manages budgetary control systems; recommends and processes budget amendments
• Ensures compliance with Federal, State, County, and funding agency regulatory and reporting requirements and applicable laws, regulations, and professional practices
• Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions and reviews publications and related materials to become and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas
• Performs other duties as assigned

This is a limited term position.  Limited term positions are full-time, fully benefited, temporary positions. This current position is funded for up to one year, depending on the department’s needs.  Limited Term employees receive medical and dental benefits, like regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan (401-A).  

Information for current County employees: Current and regular County of San Mateo Employees who are interested in this assignment must submit application materials and compete in the selection process. If you are successful in the selection process and are being considered for the assignment, HR will work directly with you and/or your department for options. Please note there is no guarantee that you will be allowed by your department to rotate into this assignment nor is your department obligated to allow you to take on this assignment. 

 

Qualifications:

Knowledge of:

• Project and/or program management, analytical processes, and report preparation techniques
• Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis, evaluation, development, and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures
• Principles of mathematical and statistical computations
• Record-keeping principles and procedures, modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to the assigned area of responsibility
• Principles and practices of contract administration and evaluation; public agency budget development and administration, and sound financial management policies and procedures

 

Skill/Ability to

• Coordinate and oversee programmatic administrative, budgeting, and/or fiscal reporting activities
• Perform responsible and difficult fiscal administrative work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative
• Conduct research on a wide variety of administrative topics including grant funding, contract feasibility, budget and staffing proposals, and operational alternatives
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations
• Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing

 

Education and Experience

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify could be:

• Education: Degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, finance, accounting, or a related field.  Master of Finance or equivalent degree preferred.
• Experience: At least five years of fiscal administrative experience.

 

Professional Standards

The selected candidate will be expected to adhere to the professional standards outlined in the Department's Professional Expectations Document for Management Analyst positions, including maintaining integrity and ethics, effective communication, accountability, professional appearance, and team collaboration.

Application/Examination:

If you are interested in being considered for this position, the following items must be submitted via email:

• Cover letter with responses to Supplemental Questions listed below (maximum of 2 pages)
• Current Resume

 

Please address the following Supplemental Questions in your cover letter:

1. Describe your experience in fiscal management, specifically in budget preparation, monitoring, and financial analysis. How has this experience equipped you for success in the Management Analyst role?
2. Provide an example of a complex fiscal analysis you've conducted. What methods did you use, and what were the key findings or recommendations?
3. Describe a situation where unexpected financial challenges arose. How did you adapt your approach to address these challenges effectively?

 

Submission Instructions

Please include the words "SMC EM Management Analyst - Fiscal Services and Grants" in the subject line of the email submission.

 

Submit application materials electronically via email to Rick Reed at:

rreed1@smcgov.org

 

Application materials will be reviewed as they are received and qualified candidates will be contacted by the department for an interview.  

 

Apply immediately. Application materials will be accepted through February 27, 2026; however, a selection may be made at any time within the process.

 

NOTE: Application materials are only accepted via email at rreed1@smcgov.org. Materials sent via regular mail and/or fax will not be accepted. Submittals that do not include all required elements (cover letter with responses to supplemental questions and a resume) will not be considered.

 

About San Mateo County

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

 

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

 

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.

 

Analyst: Chet Overstreet (02112026) (D181-Management Analyst - Limited Term)

 

 

The Office of the Assessor - County Clerk - Recorder and Chief Elections Officer is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of GIS Analyst II/III to work in the Appraisal Services division of the Office.

 The GIS Analyst II/III will be responsible for:

• Creating and maintaining Assessor's maps and GIS parcel layers.
• Locating deeds.
• Maintaining and updating legal descriptions, situs addresses, parcel sizes, and Tax Rate Areas.
• Supporting departmental and countywide GIS related projects.
• Providing related services and support to internal staff, property owners, businesses, and other government agencies.
• Design, develop, test, implement, and maintain web applications and geo-enabled workflows utilizing the Esri GIS platform and its configurable solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve GIS software and application issues.

 

GIS Analyst II is the journey level class in this series and incumbents at this level are expected to perform skilled GIS and research work in the preparation, maintenance, and amendment of a variety of maps and/or engineering drawings. The GIS Analyst II applies fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures to complete assignments. Assignments at this level are subject to technical review and are of varying difficulty but incumbents are expected to demonstrate some level of independence in completing assignments and in interpreting moderately complex issues. The annual salary range is: $108,784.00-$136,094.40.
  
GIS Analyst III is the advanced level in the series performing more complex GIS assignments requiring more analysis and problem solving or the lead level in the series, providing lead direction over a team of technical, professional, and/or clerical staff while performing specialized, highly skilled GIS work. Incumbents have the highest level of expertise in geospatial analysis, application development, designing and administering spatial databases, and can resolve the most complex GIS problems. The GIS Analyst III position will also work closely with the Information Services Department. The GIS Analyst III is further distinguished from the GIS Manager for the latter's ongoing first line manager responsibilities. The annual salary range is: $126,921.60-$158,662.40

 

Examples Of Duties

 

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

• Prepare Assessor's parcel maps that accurately delineate feature locations and boundaries utilizing Esri parcel fabric.
• Process standard parcel updates and deed locates; calculate distances, ties, angles, areas, station traverses, closures, acreage, and square footage of buildings; and draft a wide variety of maps, or engineering drawings.
• Compute acreage, plot land descriptions to accurate scale, and interpret and write legal descriptions of properties.
• Assist public with inquiries regarding assessment maps, newly created or divided parcels, or site addresses, and road names; generate custom maps to meet specific customer requirements, research and respond to customer requests for information. 
• Update property descriptions for assessment rolls.
• Research standard source documents such as parcel maps, legal descriptions, and other records to verify the accuracy and completeness of data prior to input into the GIS system and the Assessor system. 
• Design, develop, test, implement, and maintain web applications and geo-enabled workflows utilizing the Esri GIS platform and its configurable solutions. 
• Analyze and evaluate geo-spatial data and ensure data is accurate and reliable.
• Performs standard spatial analyses including buffering, spatial overlay, and distance calculations using established methods and tools. 
• Digitize drawings and enter them into the GIS database. 
• Prepare detailed technical specifications from which programs will be written for and create complex scripts and queries between various systems in the department. 
• Compile, integrate, and analyze data from a variety of sources, including aerial photography, terrain, topographic, hydrologic, and time-sequenced event data to provide a concise visual representation of a complex idea. 
• Review existing and incoming data from outside agencies to confirm recentness, accuracy, quality, documentation, and consistency with department’s GIS database standards.
• Create geodatabases, instances, tables, layers, and feature classes.
• Work with department SMEs to understand reporting requirements and develop business process solutions.
• Create new layers and maintain existing layers for the GIS database, perform quality control on the layers and maintain metadata for the layers in the GIS database.
• Produce cartographic products for reports, meetings, and presentations.
• Works with ISD and other county departments on the design and implementation of the Countywide enterprise GIS system and GIS Parcel Fabric and to ensure the department’s needs are met.
• Provide GIS guidance and training to staff on GIS integrated business solutions and GIS applications and tools. 
• Troubleshoot and resolve GIS software and application issues. 
• Coordinate delivery of services and sharing of data with other departments and outside entities.
• Develop and implement quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) processes to ensure GIS data accuracy and integrity.
• Act as the subject matter expert during design, development, testing and implementation of GIS applications and portals.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Principles and concepts of computerized mapping systems and spatial analysis techniques and concepts.
• GIS and CAD software.
• Basic principles and methods of cartography, geography and/or engineering drafting, including map projections and scales.
• Database structure and design.
• Application and tools for the development, installation, and troubleshooting of GIS-related software, including databases and applications.
• Communicate with department personnel to identify and translate information needs into system requirements.
• Provide technical and analytical support to users of systems and applications.
• Programming and scripting languages such as python, JavaScript, and SQL.
• Basic research and report writing techniques.
• Nomenclature, symbols, methods and instruments used in engineering drafting and mapping.
• Logarithmic and trigonometric tables, algebra, geometry and their application to mapping work especially in computation of distances, angles and areas.
• Applicable codes, regulations, policies, technical processes and procedures related to assigned department.

Skill/Ability to:

• Evaluate information system design and operation and make recommendations for improvement.
• Organize and input data into the GIS; develop efficient linkages to existing databases; and prepare clear and complete technical reports.
• Enter data into databases through application of coordinate geometry, keyboard entry of tabular data, manual digitizing of maps, scanning and automatic conversion to vectors, and conversion of other sources of digital data.
• Perform complex analytical tabular and spatial queries.
• Analyze user functions to develop information applications.
• Assist in defining and managing pilot and long-term projects and design applications.
• Code and test programs, including data input and output specifications.
• Read and interpret planning, engineering and building maps and documents.
• Use advanced cartography systems and tools.
• Create and publish statistical reports using a variety of software programs.
• Read, understand, apply and explain to others information in county, state and/or federal regulations relevant to local property assessment and taxation, mapping, subdivision and ownership of interests in property.
• Read, interpret, write and explain detailed boundary descriptions of real property, deeds, and engineering field notes.
• Organize and complete projects in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain a database structure capable of meeting multiple tasks with minimal redundancy.
• Make mathematical computations.
• Communicate and work effectively with other county employees and the general public.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions and established procedures in the performance of duties.
• Maintain and prepare accurate records.

Education and Experience:
Any combination of theoretical and hands-on experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying such as:

• A background in planning, land surveying, engineering, computer science, geography or a closely related field; and
• Demonstrated experience working with GIS software, GIS automated mapping and drafting, cartography tools including project design, coordination and operation.

 At least two years of relevant experience is required at the II level, and three or more years of relevant experience is needed to qualify for the III level.

 

Application/Examination

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
 
The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: Pass/Fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%) which may include a pre-interview exercise. Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. 

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the “Apply” button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
 
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Final Date for Applying: Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: Thursday, February 26, 2026
Panel Interviews: Week of March 9, 2026

About the County

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 770,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities. The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. 

 

The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

 

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.

Analyst: Sarah Huynh - 02112026 – (GIS Analyst II/III – V059/V060)

 

San Mateo County Health is seeking two experienced and dynamic professionals to serve as Mental Health Program Specialists within the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) division, supporting implementation of the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) and advancing system-wide transformation efforts.

 

These full-time, permanent positions will play key roles in strengthening behavioral health infrastructure, ensuring regulatory alignment, optimizing Medi-Cal revenue systems, and advancing integrated, evidence-based, whole-person care across BHRS.

 

Since 2006, BHRS has been committed to building a welcoming, recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive system of care that addresses the full spectrum of client health, physical, emotional, behavioral, and social. Recent state legislation, regulatory changes, and local innovation efforts have reshaped the behavioral health landscape. These positions will help ensure BHRS remains responsive, compliant, and forward-thinking in this evolving environment.

 

About the Roles

Depending on experience and organizational need, selected candidates may support one of the following focus areas:

 

Policy & System Integration

• Strengthening policy review and analysis infrastructure and ensuring alignment with federal, state, and local regulations

• Conducting system mapping and organizational assessments to identify service delivery gaps related to integrated behavioral health service delivery
• Supporting organizational culture change needed for continuous quality improvement 
• Monitoring and analyzing behavioral health legislative and regulatory developments
• Identifying and standardizing performance metrics to support data-informed decision-making

 

Evidence-Based Practices & Revenue Optimization

• Leading Medi-Cal billing and revenue cycle improvement initiatives

• Oversee initiatives focused on developing certification and billing infrastructure for contracted community-based providers
• Coordinating agency-wide requirements for implementation and fidelity monitoring of Evidence-Based Practices (EBPs)
• Supporting the implementation of Behavioral Health Community-Based Organized Networks of Equitable Care and Treatment (BH-CONNECT) and other EBP and Medi-Cal billing-related initiatives
• Advising leadership on relevant policy changes to support strategic planning for implementation of sustainable, high-quality service delivery

 

Both positions collaborate closely with clinical teams, administrative leadership, community-based organizations, managed care partners, and state agencies to advance integrated, equitable behavioral health care.

 

Why Join BHRS?

This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful, system-level transformation in public behavioral health. These roles directly support BHSA implementation, integrated care advancement, fiscal sustainability, and equitable access to high-quality services for diverse communities across San Mateo County.

 

If you are a strategic thinker who thrives at the intersection of policy, operations, data, and behavioral health innovation, we encourage you to apply.

 

The ideal candidate for the Policy & System Integration will demonstrate:

• Deep knowledge of integrated whole-person behavioral health care models and system design principles.

• Experience conducting organization-wide assessments, system mapping, and gap analyses to inform strategic transformation.
• Strong ability to interpret and operationalize complex state and federal behavioral health legislation and regulatory guidance.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional change management initiatives that shift agency culture and service delivery models.
• Advanced analytical skills to translate performance metrics and assessment findings into system-level policy and recommendations for operational improvements.
• Strong facilitation skills to convene multidisciplinary stakeholders, including leadership, clinical teams, and external partners.
• Commitment to equity-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive organizational practices.

 

Policy & System Integration duties may include but are not limited to:

• Lead system-level policy review efforts to ensure alignment with evolving behavioral health regulatory requirements.

• Monitor relevant behavioral health legislation, regulations and guidance and prepare formal impact analyses and implementation recommendations.
• Establish sustainable policy governance and review processes, including stakeholder engagement.
• Facilitate organizational assessments to inform ongoing integrated whole-person care initiatives.
• Develop agency-wide frameworks for implementation, staff training and technical assistance that advance whole-person integrated care delivery, including evidence-based co-occurring practices and recovery-oriented approaches.
• Present policy analysis and system-level recommendations to executive leadership, advisory bodies and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional behavioral health teams working on performance outcomes, workforce development, billing system integration, and innovative service delivery. 

The ideal candidate for the Evidence-Based Practice & Revenue Optimization will demonstrate:

• Knowledge of Medi-Cal billing, managed care contracting, and behavioral health patient care revenue systems.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and develop system-level recommendations for operational improvements.
• Knowledge of BH-CONNECT and other DHCS initiatives impacting Medi-Cal reimbursement and documentation standards.
• Experience with implementation, readiness assessment, and fidelity monitoring of evidence-based practices (EBPs).
• Strong facilitation skills to convene multidisciplinary stakeholders, including leadership, clinical teams, and external partners.
• Commitment to quality assurance, audit readiness, and continuous improvement in public behavioral health systems.

 

Evidence-Based Practice & Revenue Optimization duties may include but are not limited to: 

• Serve as BHRS subject matter expert on Medi-Cal billing, reimbursement regulations, and revenue optimization strategies.

• Lead patient care revenue maximization initiatives focused on improving billing accuracy and maximizing allowable Medi-Cal reimbursement.
• Oversee initiatives focused on developing and implementing streamlined billing infrastructure for community-based organizations to optimize Medi-Caleligible services, peer supports, and community-defined evidence practices (CDEPs).
• Facilitate an Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Committee to support EBP selection, review, and policy and procedure development.
• Work collaboratively with BHRS Program Managers and Quality Management team to ensure EBP implementation to fidelity in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Review EBP revenue-generation, utilization and other relevant data and make recommendations for adjustments as necessary to optimize billing, cost recovery, and compliance.
• Prepare actionable reports, briefs, and presentations to inform executive leadership strategic planning and decision-making.

 

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification: 

• California license as one of the following: 1) Clinical Social Worker; 2) Marriage and Family Therapist; or 3) Clinical Psychologist

Education and Experience: 

• Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is three years of experience as a Mental Health professional.

Tentative Recruitment Timeline
Final Filing Date: Monday, March 9, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: Week of March 9, 2026
Panel Interviews: Week of March 23, 2026

 

About the County 

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

 

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. 

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Talent Acquisition Analyst: Priscilla Bermudez (022026) (Mental Health Program Specialist - G081)

Description

 

Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on January 30, 2026, to extend the Final Filing Date.  This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous."

 

San Mateo County Health’s Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Division (BHRS) is excited to launch a new and innovative role supporting individuals newly eligible for services under Senate Bill (SB) 43.  This position is part of a brand-new team created specifically to serve a historically underserved population, expanding access to care for individuals with severe mental illness (SMI) and/or severe substance use disordered (SUD). 

This role offers a unique opportunity to help shape how SB43 is implemented locally, from building systems and partnerships to developing policies, procedures and outcome measures that will define success for this pilot program and beyond. 

The SB43 Program Specialist will work collaboratively with the Facilities Utilization Management, Collaborative Care teams and partners across San Mateo County Health, including Aging and Disability Services, San Mateo Medical Center and regional hospitals and licensed facilities. This position requires strong clinical judgement, systems thinking and the ability to build trust across disciplines and organizations.

There is currently one vacancy for this program.  The position is based in San Mateo, with travel throughout the county and greater Bay Area as needed.

About SB43

Senate Bill (SB) 43 expands the definition of Grave Disability, one of the criteria used to place individuals on involuntary holds. 

Under SB43:

• Severe substance use disorder is added as a qualifying condition.
• Inability to provide for personal safety or necessary medical care is included as a criterion.

• Individuals may be considered gravely disabled when a mental health disorder and/or severe substance use disorder prevents them from meeting basic survival needs, such as maintaining housing or adequate nutrition. 

This legislation enables earlier intervention and expanded pathways to care for individuals who previously fell outside the system, requiring counties to build new processes, partnerships and clinical approaches to serve this population effectively and compassionately. 

Key Responsibilities 

The SB43 Program Specialist may be responsible for, but not limited to, the following: 

Clinical Care & Coordination

• Conduct regular visits to in-county and out-of-county (OOC) facilities to review cases and assess appropriate Level of Care (LOC)
• Meet with facility staff and clients to support engagement, transitions and treatment planning
• Participate in treatment reviews and provide clinical recommendations, including individualized behavior plans
• Initiate and coordinate case conferences for high-utilizing clients complex needs

Serve as a clinical resource related to substance use disorder and severe mental illness 

Systems Building and Collaboration

• Build and maintain strong relationships with hospitals, licensed facilities and contracted providers within and outside San Mateo County
• Act as primary liaison between BHRS, San Mateo Medical Center, Aging and Disability Services and partner hospitals
• with the SMMC, BHRS and AAS to facilitate and coordinate appropriate level of care and placement
• Participate regularly in multidisciplinary team meetings, hospital coordination meetings and SB43 meetings
• Facilitate planning groups to address SB43 implementation priorities and emerging system needs

Program Development and Oversight

• Contribute to the development, refinement and implementation of SB43 policies and procedures
• Identify Service gaps, system challenges and operational shortfalls, and support solutions in collaboration with partners

• Assist with monitoring and consulting with in-county and OOC contract providers
• Train facilities on new SB43 placement criteria and compliance requirements
• Develop, update and maintain an electronic facility database to support data tracking and outcomes analysis

Leadership and Support

• Participating in required leadership meetings
• Providing coverage and support for other supervisors as needed
• Provide clinical supervision and training to interdisciplinary staff as needed
• Apply basic knowledge of Listen, Empathize, Agree, and Partner (LEAP) Methodology and other engagement strategies to support client-centered care

The ideal candidate will bring:

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, adaptable, and systems-oriented professional who is motivated by the opportunity to help build and shape a new program from the ground up. They bring strong clinical judgment, comfort navigating complexity, and a deep commitment to improving outcomes for individuals who have historically been underserved.

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Familiarity with clients with complex needs, including individuals experiencing homelessness, co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, and high utilization of services within San Mateo County’s system of care
• Ability to organize, lead, and facilitate complex case conferences and interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings, bringing together multiple providers and stakeholders to coordinate care for high-utilizing clients
• Strong clinical skills related to both severe mental illness (SMI) and substance use disorders (SUD), with the ability to assess readiness for transitions in level of care
• Experience building and maintaining effective partnerships with hospitals, licensed facilities, and contracted providers
• A client-centered approach paired with a system-level perspective, balancing individual needs with program goals and regulatory requirements
• Flexibility, critical thinking, and creativity in navigating a new legal framework and evolving service model
• Comfort working in a pilot environment that requires innovation, data-informed decision-making, and continuous improvement

• Relevant post-licensure clinical experience (ideally two or more years) providing direct mental health services (desirable but not required)

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English is highly desirable.

This role is well suited for someone who thrives in dynamic settings, values collaboration, and is energized by contributing to meaningful systems change under a new legislative framework.

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

 

Examples Of Duties

 

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

• Coordinate assigned program activities with services provided by and responsibilities of the Division's Regional clinics, private service providers, schools, state institutions and other public or community agencies
• Establish and maintain program procedures which are consistent with Federal, State and local laws governing mental health services
• Monitor and consult with contract providers to ensure compliance with services requested by the County and help determine jointly beneficial solutions to problem areas
• Research and prepare grant proposals for specific mental health projects
• Consult with schools and other public agencies regarding the assigned program and provide the proper program supervision and liaison to the contractees
• Evaluate and integrate changes in legislation into the program procedures
• Provide clinical consultation to various agencies
• Evaluate employee performance of subordinates assigned to program
• Compile data and prepare program evaluations and other reports
• Perform related duties as assigned

 

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification: 

• California license as one of the following: 1) Clinical Social Worker; 2) Marriage and Family Therapist; or 3) Clinical Psychologist

Education and Experience: 

• Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is three years of experience as a Mental Health professional.

Knowledge of:

• Principles, techniques and practices of program management and delivery
• Principles and practices of employee supervision and training
• Applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations and County policies and guidelines
• Individual, group and family psychodynamics
• Psychological diagnostic methods and terminology
• Current principles and practices of psychiatric casework
• Human and health services systems in the County including private agencies and other community resources
• Various methods used in individual and group therapies such as role playing, play, art and milieu
• Methods and techniques used in mental health education

Skill/Ability to:

• Plan, assign, supervise, review and evaluate the work of interdisciplinary subordinates
• Train staff in work procedures and provide technical and programmatic assistance to staff and subcontractors
• Analyze, interpret and apply various regulations, requirements and/or clinical approaches
• Prepare grant proposals and written reports
• Set realistic treatment goals and facilitate their attainment
• Evaluate patients/clients’ degree of mental disability or emotional distress
• Communicate effectively in writing and orally and make public presentations as needed
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of the work
• Exercise sound independent judgment within general policy and regulatory guidelines

 

Application/Examination

 

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, or extra-help/limited term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in the County of San Mateo, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.
 
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the “Apply” button. f you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

 

Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.

 

Tentative Recruitment Timeline
Final Filing Date: Continuous
Application Screening: TBD
Panel Interviews: TBD