Kristine Lee, Kings County Assessor/Clerk/Recorder

Kristine Lee was elected to the position of Assessor/Clerk/Recorder on November 4, 2014.  She graduated with distinction from Fresno State with a Master's Degree in Public Administration and has a Bachelor's Degree in Business with an Accounting option.  She is a Certified Public Accountant and holds an Advanced Certification in Property Taxation.

About the Office

The County Assessor/Clerk/Recorder is a constitutionally elected official responsible for the oversight of two distinct yet related offices within the department:  the Assessor's Office and Clerk/Recorder's Office.  

The Department is committed to a philosophy of service and accountability to the public, whose interest is best served through the sound administration of the California laws governing the functions of our offices.

In keeping with our most significant, commonly-held principles and values:

• We provide high quality work products and services based on our commitment to public service, excellence, and accountability.
• We adhere to the highest ethical and professional standards of conduct.
• We administer the laws equitably, impartially, efficiently, and accurately.
• We observe and protect the confidentiality rights of the public and our employees.
• We treat every individual, the public, and other private and government agencies with courtesy, respect, dignity, and concern.
• We value individual work and teamwork, and the contribution that each makes to our office and the public.
• We value our responsibility for the public's trust and carry out our duties with integrity.      

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