Real Property Agent III – Appraisal*

The Real Estate Services Department is seeking highly skilled candidates with advanced real property experience who are committed to providing exceptional customer service and delivering projects efficiently and cost-effectively. The Real Property Agent III is a specialized, lead-level position responsible for performing and managing complex appraisals of all property types in support of County operations, including appraisals for real property acquisitions, eminent domain proceedings, surplus property disposition, and asset management.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

– Confers with requesting Departments to prioritize and define valuation problem

– Confers with project engineers to minimize property valuation costs

– Recommends and implements policies and procedures pertaining to appraisals, appraisal reviews, and the use of non-appraisal valuations

– Reviews and approves appraisals of real property prepared by staff and independent appraisers

-Prepares Requests for Proposals and coordinates engagement of independent contractors hired to provide professional services

-Delegate assignments and assume lead duties

THE REAL ESTATE SERVICES DEPARTMENT

The Real Estate Services Department (RESD) is a full service commercial real estate organization providing San Bernardino County and Board Governed entities with comprehensive expert real estate services. With a highly qualified staff, RESD has established a strong reputation among its internal clients for providing exceptional technical expertise, negotiation skills, administrative services and client responsiveness both internally, as well as in its dealings with the private sector commercial real estate industry.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

This position offers full benefits and a salary range of $77,979.20 – $107,473.60 Annually (Depends on Qualifications)

3% Annual Across the Board Salary Increases in February 2026*
Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Step 14

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must undergo a background check which includes fingerprints, medical exam, and review of employment history.

Travel: Incumbents may be required to travel throughout the County. A valid California Class C driver’s license is required at time of appointment and must be maintained.

Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

*Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance.

Minimum Requirements
Experience: Four (4) years of professional full-time equivalent real estate experience appraising commercial real estate that includes performing cost, income, and sales comparison valuation approaches.

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License: Valid Certified General Appraisal License issued by the California Bureau of Real Estate Appraisers.

Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate for the Real Property Agent III – Appraisal position will have proven experience acquiring right-of-way for public agencies. Possession of the Right of Way – Appraisal Certification (R/W-AC) and/or the Senior Right of Way (SR/WA) designation from the International Right of Way Association, and/or the MAI Designation from the Appraisal Institute is preferred. A Bachelor’s degree in real estate, economics, public or business administration, or a closely related field is desired.

This role requires a knowledgeable professional with strong technical skills and recognized industry credentials to support public sector property appraisal and acquisition efforts effectively.

Selection Process
Application Procedure: Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. To receive priority consideration for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by Friday, October 24, 2025.

This recruitment may close at any time once a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been reached.