Town Assessor Job at Massachusetts Municipal Association (Swampscott)

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Director of Assessing

The town of Marion (pop. Approx. 5,000) is accepting applications for a permanen...

Location

United States , Marion

Salary:

94406.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Massachusetts Accredited Assessor
bachelor's degree or three to five years of experience
experienced in property valuation
proficient with CAMA systems such as Vision Appraisal, Munis and RRC
knowledge of Massachusetts Assessing Laws
ability to interpret complex real estate and financial data
strong analytical ability
sound judgment
exceptional communication skills
ability to work independently

Job Responsibility

Works under the general administrative and policy direction of the Board of Assessors
performs a variety of routine and complex technical, administrative, and field work related to the appraisal and valuation of commercial, residential, industrial, and personal property
oversees the town's assessing functions in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, Department of Revenue, Bureau of Local Assessment and locally adopted policies of the Board of Assessors

Fulltime

Chief Assessor

The town of Ipswich seeks qualified candidates for the position of Chief Assesso...

Location

United States , Ipswich

Salary:

105000.00 - 115000.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Professional experience in assessment and appraisal
supervisory experience
knowledge of state and local statutes and regulations related to property valuation and taxation
ability to defend assessments
ability to maintain land-based records

Job Responsibility

Performing professional, supervisory and technical work relating to managing the assessment and appraisal function for the town of Ipswich
establishing property valuations, preparing tax rates with accompanying schedules and taxable property inventory lists, defending assessments, maintaining and enhancing the town’s land based records, providing appraisal support to the Board of Assessors, in accordance with state and local statute and regulations and policies of the Board of Assessors
performing all other duties as assigned
chairing the Board of Assessors

Fulltime

Director of Assessment

Full-Time (34 hours/week) | Exempt | Grade N-7 Salary Range: $83,926 – $117,501 ...

Location

United States , Boxford

Salary:

83926.00 - 117501.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, finance, real estate, or a related field
Five years of progressively responsible municipal assessing experience, including property valuation and tax administration responsibilities
Massachusetts Accredited Assessor certification preferred, or ability to obtain certification
Knowledge of Massachusetts assessment laws, regulations, and valuation practices
Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills
Experience with computerized assessing systems and municipal software applications

Job Responsibility

Administer all municipal assessing functions in accordance with Massachusetts law and Department of Revenue regulations
Support the Board of Assessors by preparing agendas, attending meetings, implementing board policies, and managing the day-to-day operations of the Assessing department
Oversee property valuation, certification, and revaluation activities
Conduct property inspections and field reviews to maintain accurate assessment records
Manage exemptions, abatements, Chapter Land programs, and personal property filings
Prepare required reports and submissions to the Department of Revenue
Maintain assessment records, tax maps, and property data
Supervise assessing staff and coordinate contracted appraisal services
Represent the Town before the Appellate Tax Board and other agencies as needed
Provide responsive service and technical assistance to residents, businesses, and Town departments

Fulltime

Assistant to the Director of Assessing

Position is responsible for performing highly responsible administrative and ass...

Location

United States , Canton

Salary:

35.83 - 42.22 USD / Hour

TOWN OF CANTON

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required in economics, finance, business or a related field and three to five years of municipal assessing experience as an Assistant Assessor or related experience
or any equivalent combination of education and experience
A candidate must have a valid driver's license and Massachusetts Accredited Assessors certification in good standing

Job Responsibility

Assists the Director of Assessing with measuring, listing new construction, subdivisions, personal property, setting assessments for town records, and with all abatement applications
Serves as office manager
supervises subordinates and establishes short-range and long-range plans and objectives for the department
Maintains knowledge of the market place as it relates to valuation, including researching houses for sale on MLS to correct discrepancies in assessments resulting from homeowners working on homes without permits
Assists in the operation, update, and maintenance of the town’s CAMA system through building permits, research of sales
correct discrepancies found by researching Norfolk Registry of Deeds
Verifies and processes Motor Vehicle Excise Tax, real estate, and personal property abatements regularly
Assists the Director of Assessing in calculating the various classification percentages prior to the Board of Assessors setting a tax rate for the Town
Assists the Director of Assessing in preparing Appellate Tax Board (ATB) cases, including appearing on behalf of the Town at ATB proceedings
Makes site visits to determine validity of abatement requests

What we offer

Benefits eligible
AFSCME Union position

Fulltime

Assistant to Director of Assessing

Seeking qualified candidates for Assistant to the Director of Assessing position...

Location

United States , Canton

Salary:

35.83 - 42.22 USD / Hour

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, business or related field and three to five years’ municipal assessing experience as an Assistant Assessor or related experience
or any equivalent combination of education and experience
valid driver’s license
Massachusetts Accredited Assessors certification in good standing

Job Responsibility

Performing highly responsible administrative and assessing services for the Board of Assessors
studying trends in the field
planning long-range projects and recommending policies and standards for performing the work
assisting the Director of Assessing in setting assessments
performing complex calculations and preparing for Appellate Tax Board cases and TIF agreements
maintaining and updating town records and databases
processing excise tax abatement
performing administrative and customer service duties for the office
supervising and training personnel

What we offer

benefit eligible

Fulltime

Principal Assessor

The town of Deerfield (pop. 5,090) is accepting applications for a permanent Tow...

Location

United States , Deerfield

Salary:

83000.00 - 93000.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Knowledge and self-motivation in assessment
strong analytical ability
sound judgment
exceptional communication skills
demonstrated experience in property valuation
proficiency with CAMA systems
knowledge of Massachusetts assessing laws
ability to interpret complex data
ability to work independently
manage multiple deadlines

Job Responsibility

Perform a variety of routine and complex technical, administrative, and field work related to the appraisal and valuation of commercial, residential, industrial, and personal property
oversee the Town’s assessing functions in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, Department of Revenue requirements, and locally adopted policies of the Board of Assessors

Fulltime

Assistant to the Director of Assessing

Position responsible for performing highly responsible administrative and assess...

Location

United States , Canton

Salary:

Not provided

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required in economics, finance, business or a related field and three to five years of municipal assessing experience as an Assistant Assessor or related experience
or any equivalent combination of education and experience
A candidate must have a valid driver’s license and Massachusetts Accredited Assessors certification in good standing

Job Responsibility

Studying trends in the field, planning long-range projects and recommending policies and standards for performing the work
Assisting the Director of Assessing in setting assessments, performing complex calculations and preparing for Appellate Tax Board cases and TIF agreements
Maintaining and updating town records and databases
Processing excise tax abatement
Performing administrative and customer service duties for the office
Supervising and training personnel

Fulltime

Chief Assessor

The town of Maynard, a MetroWest community of just under 11,000 residents with a...

Location

United States , Maynard

Salary:

85000.00 - 102228.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required in finance, business or another related field
Five years' experience in real estate, appraisal, or other related area or three years in a municipal assessing or equivalent combination of education and experience required
Municipal Assessing experience preferred
MMA Certification preferred

Job Responsibility

Professional, administrative, technical, participative, and supervisory work related to the valuation, re-valuation of all residential, industrial, and commercial real estate and personal property within the Town in accordance with Department of Revenue regulations and related Massachusetts General Laws
Provides related financial information, analysis, and consultation for the Finance Department
Provide related financial information, analysis, and consultation to the Board of Assessors for policy direction of the Assessing department and annual rate setting recommendations to the Board of Selectmen

What we offer

Excellent, comprehensive 75/25 benefits package

Fulltime

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