Connecticut Association of
Assessing Officers

The Town of Hamden is seeking a highly qualified, self-motivated, goal-oriented Assessment Technician. The Assessment Technician provides a variety of highly technical, clerical, and administrative assistance to the Assessor; organizes, maintains, and performs work related to the collection and process of information to establish the Grand List and record related property information and assists in all reports. Independently performs duties accurately, exercises judgment, initiative, provides technical assistance and performs corrected action to assist the public.  Work is performed in accordance with prevailing Connecticut State Statutes, policies, and procedures, under the general supervision of the Assessor with latitude to exercise independent and consistent judgment which is reviewed by the Assessor.

Minimum Qualifications Required:  Graduation from high school or GED equivalent with (4) four years of increasingly responsible experience in an assessor’s office; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential job functions.  Ability to perform accurate mathematical computations. Administrative Assessment Technician (AAT) designation preferred or CCMA courses 1A and 1B to be completed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  Experience in working with land records is required. Considerable knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.  Ability to acquire a working knowledge of operations particular to Assessor’s Office and to functional areas assigned.  Ability to use Word, Excel, Microsoft products and to acquire a working knowledge of program software applications.  Ability to write clearly and informatively to the public.   Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Town employees and the public.  Must have strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; along with organizational skills and the ability to relate to staff and the public in a positive friendly manner.  Knowledge of the Vision Appraisal and Quality Data System Software.  Ability to deal cooperatively with others. Willingness to learn new skills and expand knowledge in assessment field.

Note:  The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and responsibility.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties. 

Full job descriptions are available on the Town of Hamden website

Interested candidates should send resumes, and completed applications to the Human Resources Department, Hamden Government Center, 2750 Dixwell Avenue, Hamden, CT 06518. or emailed to HR@hamden.com. 

The Town of Hamden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

This position is open until filled.