Town of Canton seeks applicants for the full-time Assessor position. The position is thirty-five (35) hours a week with an annual salary of $83,021.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Responsible for the valuation of real and personal property and for the preparation of the annual Grand List. Duties include policy recommendation, department planning and direction and administration of assessment activities. The work requires that the employee have thorough knowledge, skill and ability in every phase of property assessment work.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the direct supervision of the Chief Administrative Officer.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Conducts assessments of residential, industrial and commercial property, including field inspections as required, reviews and compiles field cards, abstract cards and related records and maps.
• Drafts and recommends policy to the Chief Administrative Officer and plans for the implementation of property assessment goals and objectives.
• Directs the operations of the department; administers and evaluates assessment activities such as discovery of taxable property, residential property valuation, determination of property ownership, preparation of the Grand List and periodic revaluation studies.
• Analyzes and values residential and commercial property by computing replacement costs or analyzing financial statements.
• Directs the maintenance of tax maps and a variety of assessment records.
• Prepares the annual department budget and controls the expenditure of departmental fund allocations within the constraints of approved budgets.
• Prepares information for media regarding activities of the office so that the community may be informed of available programs.
• Responds to taxpayer inquiries regarding assessments and programs available to them. Advises taxpayers of their appeal rights. Assists in assessment appeals.
• Interfaces with other Town offices including Tax Office, Finance Department, Town Clerk and Land Use Department on a regular basis.
• Responsible for development, distribution and filing all required reports, lists, legal notices and other required documentation.
• Responsible for management and supervision of departmental personnel; evaluates job performance and completes performance appraisals.
• Prepares a variety of reports for the Board of Selectmen, Board of Finance, Chief Administrative Officer, and state agencies.
• Performs related work as required or requested by the Chief Administrative Officer.
• May perform additional tasks and duties as necessary and/or requested.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of property assessment principles and practices.
• Thorough knowledge of property assessment, laws, regulations and ordinances.
• Thorough knowledge of administrative and CAMA software currently in use.
• Thorough ability in property appraisal and assessment.
• Considerable ability in oral and written communications.
• Ability to administer a municipal property assessment department.
• Considerable ability to enforce regulations with firmness and tact.
• Considerable ability to make decisions within deadlines.
• Considerable ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, associates, subordinates, property owners and the general public.
• Commitment to excellence in customer service.
• Ability to apply State and Federal laws, town ordinances, departmental policies, procedures, rules and regulations to determine necessary action.
• Ability to digest, review and disseminate large quantities of information to the proper authorities.
• Ability to handle and process high volume of paperwork accurately and efficiently and maintain complex file and record systems.
• Ability to perform mathematical computations.
• Ability to monitor new issues and techniques appropriate to the Assessor functions and responsibilities.
• Ability to understand municipal operations and budgetary impacts.
• Ability to operate data and word processing equipment and computer terminal(s) to access, process and retrieve information contained in file records and computer databases.
• Knowledge and ability to analyze problems and develop and implement programs and activities to address these problems.
• Ability to train, assign, supervise and evaluate office staff effectively.
• Ability to greet the public and offer assistance.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The skills and knowledge required would generally be acquired with a Bachelor’s Degree in real estate, business or accounting or a closely related area, with three (3) years of Assessor office experience or an equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess a Connecticut Certified Municipal Assessor Certification I or II

Note: The above description is illustrative only. It is not meant to be all-inclusive.

Applications can be found at www.townofcantonct.org and are due by May 29, 2025 at 5:00pm.

Please send a completed application and resume to the Town of Canton, 4 Market Street, P.O. Box 168, Collinsville CT 06022; Attn: Mark Penney or employment@townofcantonct.org. EOE

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

The field technician will work under the supervision of the Assessor or Deputy Assessor as well as work independently, having the ability to measure and list new construction, additions, and construction in progress on all permits. Must be able to work in conditions other than an office environment (i.e construction sites). The field technician will also assist the Assessor in the annual production of the Grand List and be able to communicate with taxpayers at the counter, on the phone and via email.

SUPERVISION:

Works under the supervision of the Assessor and Deputy Assessor.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Measures and lists all types of construction
• Maintains sales books
• Maintains exemption programs
• Assists in the collection and maintenance of an accurate list of business personal property
• Assists the public with general questions
• Performs other office related duties as directed by the Assessor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS – KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:

Knowledge of construction; ability to prepare and maintain accurate records; ability to work independently; ability to maintain professionalism with the public; ability to perform light office duties; computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft office products such as WORD and EXCEL.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

High school graduate. One year of field experience. CCMA classes or a willingness to take CCMA classes.

Send applications/resumes to Sarah.carey@newtown-ct.gov

Application Link

This position will assist in performing appraisal and other administrative work related to the assessment of personal property and motor vehicles. Discovers new accounts through permits, field canvasses, inspections and other sources. Maintains appraisal database and prepares reports. Serves as Municipal Airport Registration Official.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

Applicants should possess knowledge of State of Connecticut Assessment Laws pertaining to personal property and motor vehicles and knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices. Have the ability to maintain a variety of records and to make involved technical computations. Possess the ability to meet with and deal effectively with taxpayers. Serves as backup to front counter customer service.

The skills and knowledge required would generally be acquired with an Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a closely related field and four (4) years’ experience in property assessment or closely related work or a Bachelor’s degree in the same curriculum and two

QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferred Qualifications include: Certified Connecticut Municipal Assessor (CCMA) I designation or CPA. Course work toward the Certified Connecticut Municipal Assessors designation preferred. 2 years’ experience in property assessment or closely related work. Certified Connecticut Municipal Assessor (CCMA) I must be attained within five years from date of hire. Valid Driver’s license required.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

Review of background and experience with best qualified candidates eligible for oral board interview.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Applications are available in the Human Resources Office, Groton Town Hall, 45 Fort Hill Road, Groton, CT 06340 or at www.groton-ct.gov.

Applications must be returned on or before June 2, 2025

The Town of Groton is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Town of Southington is hiring a full-time Assessor to manage the Assessment Office. The position is 35 hours/week and offers a comprehensive benefits package. This position involves responsibility for discovering, listing, and valuing all taxable real estate, business, personal property and motor vehicles within the Town for the purpose of establishing uniform and equitable valuations for taxation. The Assessor directs and administers the town-wide real and personal property assessment system as prescribed by state statute and subject to administrative determination of policy.

Responsibilities:

• Plans, directs, and organizes the work of the Assessor’s Office in accordance with statutory guidelines.
• Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites work flow. Receives written and oral instruction from the Town Manager; Issues written and oral instructions to department staff; assigns duties and examines work for exactness, neatness, and conformance with policies and procedures.
• Researches and brings to resolution problems and complaints
• Participates in the valuing of taxable property to establish an annual grand list
• Trains and supervises department staff and ensures efficient office operations; Administers collective bargaining agreement and personnel policies for office employees, including payroll for office employees
• Performs inspections of existing properties, improved properties and properties under construction to determine value of properties. Projects estimated values of proposed building or commercial developments for planning purposes
• Maintains and updates information concerning land, motor vehicles, and personal properties
• Supervises maintenance of assessment maps including subdivisions, and GIS parcel layer updates
• Prepares required reports for the Town Council, Board of Finance, and to State and Federal agencies • Attends Town meetings as necessary
• Develops and manages department operating budget
• Coordinates and oversees the periodic revaluation of all taxable and nontaxable property; Supervises contracted appraisal services and revaluation services and is responsible for acceptance of contracted work
• Coordinates assessment appeals, serves as principal spokesperson of the town in any litigation arising out of the assessment process
• Works closely with Tax Collector to assure timely notices and collections
• Reviews and records authorized tax exemptions; Administers tax exemption programs for the elderly and veterans based on income and age eligibility requirements
• Establishes and maintains appropriate working relationships including open lines of communication with State and Federal officials, Town officials, public offices, the general public, other departments and agencies and coworkers
• Performs arithmetic computations, requiring absolute accuracy in examining, verifying, and correcting assessment amounts.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of real and personal property valuation principles, techniques, and procedures
• Thorough knowledge of and ability to interpret and comply with state statutes, ordinances, rules, laws, regulations and resolutions governing property appraisal
• Skill in interpreting and analyzing data and preparing complex spreadsheets and reports
• Strong computer skills including accurate data entry, CAMA software, GIS, and Microsoft Office products
• Ability to read and understand property documents, surveys, maps, deeds, and appraisal manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; Ability to organize and express thoughts and ideas through written and oral communication including clear, concise, accurate and timely financial reports and statements
• Ability to maintain confidentiality; Ability to carry out all responsibilities of the job independently and without supervision; Ability to adjust quickly to changing priorities in a sometimes-stressful environment
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and communicate effectively with colleagues and the general public; must be able to respond to difficult situations, ease tensions and address disturbances

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related field and successful completion of all course work for Certified Connecticut Municipal Assessor (CCMA) designation; OR High school diploma or GED, CCMA designation and five (5) years of experience in connection with the handling of real and personal property; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides a demonstrated ability to perform the duties of this position.
• Must be bondable.
• Must possess a valid Connecticut motor vehicle driver’s license.
• Appraisal licensure preferred but not required.

Job Description and Application Link

Application Deadline Updated

Job Description:

Vacancy is in the Assessment Division of the Finance Department. Under supervision, assists in the assessment of real and personal property by performing increasingly difficult technical and professional assessing work.

• Monitors and updates real estate title changes on land records.
• Uses independent judgment in deciding the methods and techniques of appraisal and the reliability of income, expense and cost data obtained.
• Reviews declarations of taxable personal property of retail, wholesale, and industrial establishments including leased equipment, inventories and goods in process, and recommends values; and verifies information in the field.
• Coordinates assessor’s records with data processing programs in accordance with statutory directed schedules and tax-list completion dates.
• May supervise clerical personnel in various assessment office functions, including application of various exemptions, and finalizing of Grand Lists.
• May assume responsibility for pricing automotive equipment.
• Investigates and studies prevailing practices on depreciation and replacement values.

The above essential duties and responsibilities are not intended as a comprehensive list; they are intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may be required to perform additional related duties.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

The examination will consist of rating your training and experience as contained on your application. It may also include a written test, an oral test, or a combination thereof. All parts of the examination, including tests and ratings, will be related to the requirements of the position. The examination will be designed to measure the following:

Knowledge of:

• Real estate and building construction appraisal techniques and methods.
• State assessment laws.
• Accounting principles as applied to assessment practices.
• Building construction techniques and types.

Ability to:

• Appraise personal and real property.
• Maintain effective public relations with the public and fellow employees.
• Perform increasingly complex assessing work with minimum supervision.

Qualifications:

Open to all applicants who meet the following qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college with major work in accounting, business administration, or a closely-related field and two (2) years of responsible experience in estimating real or personal property values, title searching or building construction cost estimating.

In lieu thereof, any combination of the above training and experience to a total of six (6) years.

A COPY OF YOUR DIPLOMA OR TRANSCRIPT MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION. A DIPLOMA OR TRANSCRIPT SUBMITTED WILL BE VERIFIED BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT. 

HARTFORD RESIDENCY PREFERRED. Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed CITY OF HARTFORD RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.

APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY, INCLUDING REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT PROPER DOCUMENTATION MAY RESULT IN YOUR DISQUALIFICATION.

APPLICATIONS VIA FACSIMILE OR EMAIL ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

Other Information

If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening, and a background check. If appointed, you will serve 3-12 months of probation. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules and regulations.

ALL CORRESPONDENCE AND INFORMATION CONCERNING THE APPLICATION AND TESTING PROCESS WILL OCCUR THROUGH EMAIL.

http://www.hartford.gov
Human Resources Department
550 Main Street
Hartford, CT 06103
860-757-9800

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

The Town of Plainville is seeking an experienced candidate for the full-time position of Director of Assessment and Revenue Collection. Candidates must be well informed and experienced with current and emerging laws of the State of Connecticut, assessment law and practices as they apply to municipal assessment.

Under the general direction of the Director of Finance, the Director of Assessment and Revenue Collection performs a range of administrative, technical, and managerial duties in management of the Assessor’s Office, the annual compilation, auditing and interpretation of the Grand List and the assessment of personal property in the Town of Plainville. This individual acts as the Assessor in duties outlined by the Connecticut General Statutes and Town Charter, including the signing of the Grand List. Plans and directs an annual tax/sewer billing and collection strategy.

The Town of Plainville is home to 17,526 residents, covers an area of 9.8 square miles and is located in Hartford County, midway between New Britain and Bristol, and 14 miles southwest of Hartford. The Town has a diverse business base, three elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. Plainville has a town manager-town council form of government.

Our ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, accounting, or a closely related field in addition to courses in assessment, collection, and related fields. Must be a Certified Connecticut Municipal Assessor II. Municipal Collection certification preferred or ability to become certified as a Connecticut Municipal Collector within five years. Minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in the assessment or tax collection field. Not less than two (2) of those years’ experience shall be in a supervisory capacity.

The salary range for this position is between $97,555 – $121,944 and will be based on qualifications, education, and experience. Applications are available through the Town of Plainville website: www.plainvillect.com

Applications are available through the Town of Plainville website: www.plainvillect.com or click HERE.  For complete job description, please click HERE. The closing date for applications is April 23, 2025 @ 4:00pm. Position will remain open until filled.

The Town of Plainville is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

DESCRIPTION: Responsible for the residential valuation for the Town of Ridgefield and supervision of assessment staff while providing technical and administrative assistance to the assessor.  Assumes responsibility for the Assessor’s office in the absence of the Assessor.  

• Supervises and performs the measuring and listing of all new residential real estate construction and additions in the Town of Ridgefield.
• Responsible for obtaining income and expense data for all commercial and industrial real estate.
• Responsible for the interpretation and input of sales data in connection with new state law regarding re-evaluation updates every five years.
• Supervises and inputs residential sketches into the Computer-Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) system in order to determine valuation.
• Prepares data for entry into automated assessment records systems administratively and on a CAMA basis.
• Supervises the collection of income and expense data for all commercial and industrial real estate in connection with State-mandated revaluation updates annually.
• Responsible for the interpretation and input of sales in connection with revaluation updates every five years.
• Performs assessments and appraisals in connection with real property utilizing computer-assisted basis.
• Assists in the preparation of department budget recommendations.
• Prepares information releases to assist the public in understanding assessment procedures, regulations, exemptions and related matters.
• Prepares and processes motor vehicle prorates and credits as well as assisting Assessment Clerks in the performance of same.
• Aids in the supervision of the valuation of personal property and motor vehicles for tax purposes.
• Performs audits to Personal Property accounts as directed by the Assessor.
• Assists in speaking to civic and public groups on assessment matters in connection with physical re-evaluations as well as new five-year re-evaluation updates.
• Responsible for briefing other office personnel on changes in tax laws and their effect on local administration.
• Responsible for compiling reports as directed by the Assessor.
• Must assist the Assessor in completing all functions and/or projects necessary for the Grand List for January 31^st
• Supervises the maintenance of assessment maps 

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field.  Must have seven to ten years of progressive experience in the assessment or appraisal field. Minimum of five to ten years’ experience in real and personal property valuation work desirable. Familiarity with computer assisted mass appraisal systems and other Assessment related applications. Must have achieved the professional designation “Certified Connecticut Municipal Assessor 2”, but Town may consider those who have not, but are able to within two years of the date of hire. 

HIRING RANGE:  Depending on experience and certifications 

JOB POSTING DATES:  Until filled 

Interested Applicants please send letter, resume and salary requirements:

or email personnel@ridgefieldct.gov

Statement of Duties: The employee is responsible for all Personal Property accounts including but not limited to the processing of personal property declarations, state audits and reports, manufacturing equipment, and leased equipment.

Supervision Required: Employee works under the general direction of the Tax Assessor. The employee is familiar with the work routine and uses the initiative in carrying out recurring assignments independently with specific instruction. The supervisor provides additional, specific instruction for new, difficult or unusual assignments, including suggested work methods. The employee is expected to recognize instances which are out of the ordinary, and which do not fall within existing instructions; in such cases, the employee is expected to seek advice and further instruction. Reviews and checks of the employee’s are applied to an extent sufficient to keep the supervisor aware of progress, and to ensure that the competed work and methods used are technically accurate and that instructions are being followed.

Supervisory Responsibility: Employee is not regularly required to supervise others.

Essential Functions:

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Responsible for the administration of all Personal Property
• Conducts site inspections in order to verify the accuracy of declarations and knowledge of business operations and/or
• Processes and verifies audits pertaining to Personal Property Prepares reports for Local and State officials.
• Annually canvass the City of Danbury to update files prior to declarations being
• Works in conjunction with the Town Clerk’s office to obtain new businesses through trade name
• Reviews commercial building permits to determine if new accounts should be added or for any
• Makes corrections and adjustments regarding the valuation and subsequent taxation of all Personal Property and Mobile homes assessed as Personal
• Administers all exemptions in regards to Personal Property including but not limited to Manufacturer’s Exemption, Solar, Mechanic and
• Processes results from Personal Property Audits, including but not limited to providing documentation to vendor, processing corrections, and updated PP CAMA system.
• Provide customer service to taxpayers regarding assessment issues including motor vehicle adjustments, answering phone calls and questions, assisting public at counter.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience: Must have a High School diploma or equivalent and at least two (2) years of experience in Personal Property in an Assessor’s Office.

Special Requirements: Valid Driver’s License.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills Required:

Knowledge: Working knowledge of Connecticut State Statutes and Regulations regarding Personal Property Statutes and Exemptions. Knowledge of the department’s real estate, personal property, property assessment programs.

Abilities: Ability to interact appropriately with the public to respond to inquiries and requests, and to plan and prioritize tasks. Ability to access the internet to obtain information in support of department operations.

Skills: Proficient customer service skills. Skill in paying careful attention to detail, clerical work, and performing duties in a timely manner. Proficient written and oral communication skills.

Application Information 

Application Submission: 

Applications must be submitted online at www.danbury -ct.gov/employment. Qualified applicants must submit an application no later than 11:59 pm, Wednesday, April 16th, 2025.

EEO/M/F/D/V

Important Note: Paper applications will not be accepted. The application must be completed in its entirety. Omissions, false, misleading or inaccurate information will result in rejection of the application. It is recommended that applicants do not wait until the last day to submit the application. Applications should be completed as soon as possible after publication of the announcement for examination.

Please contact the Human Resources/Civil Service Department at (203) 797-4598 or humanresources@danbury-ct.gov if you need assistance or if you have any general questions.

Revised Application Deadline: March 28, 2025

The anticipated date of vacancy is February 21, 2025 but the Town is ready to begin accepting applications.

NATURE OF WORK:

This is very responsible technical work at the advanced level involving all phases of tax assessment administration with emphasis on completing appraisals and explaining them to the taxpayers.

Work involves responsibility for assisting the Director of Assessment in administrative matters and performing real property assessment work. Duties include measuring and listing new real property and improvements and calculating an assessment of the property. This position also has the responsibility for making difficult property assessment technical decisions. This work requires that the employee have considerable knowledge, skill and ability in property assessment. Work involves the exercise of independent judgment and initiative within the context of State Law, Town Charter and prevailing policies and procedures.

SUPERVSION RECEIVED:

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Assessment. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Provides supervision, general guidance and direction to clerical staff.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assumes supervisory responsibilities for the Department of Assessment in the absence of the Assessor.
• Identifies and values recently sold properties, improved properties and properties in construction.
• Measures, lists and calculates appraisal value of real estate property and property improvements.
• Utilizes the Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) and GIS systems as necessary to perform required assessments.
• Audits appraisal work performed by private firms for accuracy and conformance to Town Standards.
• Assists the Director of Assessment during periodic revaluation of all taxable property, and serves as liaison with outside contractors working on such revaluation.
• Prepares statistical and narrative reports as directed by the Director of Assessment.
• Analyzes methods of collecting and retaining assessment data. Analyzes computer system applications and recommends changes as needed.
• Works with software contractors to improve functional capabilities and service to the public.
• Participates in professional organizations to remain current in assessment technology, policies and procedures.
• Provides technical information and assistance to the public, property owners, attorneys and bankers in resolving problems and complaints.
• Assists in the preparation of technical information and assistance to Town, Departments, Boards and Commissions as directed.
• Establishes and maintains appropriate working relationships with State and Federal officials, Town Officials, public offices, the general public, consultants, other departments and agencies and coworkers. Regular attendance is a requirement of this position.

REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:

Education, Experience & Training:

The education, experience and training required would generally be acquired with a Bachelor’s degree in business administration, real estate, accounting or some closely related field and a minimum of three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in real and personal property appraisal, municipal assessment and field inspection work, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. CAMA experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Ability

• Must possess a thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of commercial, industrial and residential real property valuation and auditing of business personal property accounts for assessment purposes.
• Knowledge of Connecticut State Statutes related to assessment practices
• Considerable knowledge of computer applications for appraisal-assessment practices including spreadsheet, statistical and word processing software.
• Knowledge of effective supervisory practices. Possess management skills required to supervise, delegate, and share responsibilities; ability to adjust and exercise such skills in an environment where priorities constantly change.
• Ability to read and understand property documents, surveys and appraisal manuals. Ability to accurately appraise real and personal property.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to direct and supervise technical and administrative support personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to give oral and written instructions in a precise, understandable manner, as well as the ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to make decisions and act quickly. Ability to write concisely, to express thoughts clearly and to develop ideas in logical order is required. Information provided orally must be accurately recorded. Ability to work accurately with names, numbers, colors, codes and/or symbols
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records and general reports. Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information. Considerable ability to supervise and train employees. Ability to deal effectively with members of the public, attorneys and real estate developers and construction personnel.
• Ability to communicate ideas and policies to individuals and groups. Ability to work harmoniously, cooperatively, and courteously with others at all times.
• Ability to maintain a calm manner in stressful and/or emergency situations and an ability to adapt to varying work situations. Ability to regularly engage in activities necessitated by the position outside normal business hours; i.e., evening meetings, emergencies, etc. Must possess excellent communication, computer and organizational skills.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License. Connecticut Municipal Assessor Certification I & II (CCMA I & II) or equivalent are preferable, and in the absence thereof, must obtain such certifications with five (5) years of the appointment.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement or contract between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Town of Stonington
152 Elm Street
Stonington, CT 06378

https://www.stonington-ct.gov/

Job Title: Assistant to Assessor/Administrative Assessment Technician (AAT)

Salary: Starting Range $26.31 to $30.37 with step increase after probationary period. (AAT Certification advances pay grade)

Hours: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday – Wednesday, 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM Thursday, 8:30 AM to 1:30PM Friday (37 hours)

Open until Filled

Details:

The Town of Coventry is accepting applications for the position of Assistant to Assessor. This position is in the Tax Assessor’s Office.

POSITION PURPOSE:

The purpose of this position is to perform technical assessment work in verifying ownership, transferring Real Estate, processing exemptions, and to provide technical assistance to the public. The work is performed under the direction of the Tax Assessor.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

An associate’s degree in business, accounting, financial management or closely related field and one year of related experience or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities. Position requires the ability to obtain Assessment Administration (CCMA IA) and Assessment Valuation (CCMA IB) certificates or AAT certification within two years of appointment, which may be extended by the town. (Copies of any certifications and licenses should be provided with application.)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Examples of):

• Receives information on real estate, personal property and motor vehicles; coordinates record keeping functions.
• Reviews deed and other instruments of conveyance to ensure conformance to Assessor’s records.
• Maintains current sales information. Prepares a variety of reports from original data or draft copies.
• Prepares business personal Property Grand List. Processes and mails declarations.
• Prorates assessments as necessary. Processes corrections. Sends notices of change in assessment.
• Provides technical assistance to visitors and the public; assists the elderly and other people in filing for tax exemptions.
• Assists the public with maps and records. Makes copies of maps and records and collects fees.
• Maintains current sales information. Prepares a variety of reports from original data or draft copies.

Apply online or submit Town job application and resume to Office of the Town Manager, 1712 Main Street, Coventry, CT 06238. Applications are available online and in the Town Manager’s office. Please see https://www.coventry-ct.gov/jobs.aspx

Position open until filled.

The Town of Coventry is an Equal Opportunity Employer

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This is responsible technical and supervisory work involving assessing property for tax purposes.

Work involves responsibility for the valuation of residential property and for assisting in the preparation of the Grand List. Duties include field visits, supervision of office staff, development of supplemental automobile list in support of the Grand List. This position is also invested with making difficult property assessment technical decisions. The work requires that the employee have considerable knowledge, skill and ability in all phases of property assessment work, especially residential property.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the general supervision of the Assessor.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Assists in supervising the operations of the Division and participates in all aspects of Division activities.
• Conducts assessments of residential property, including field inspections, as required, review and compilation of field cards, abstract cards and related records and maps.
• Participates in assessment appeals by property owners and assists in defending the Town.
• Compiles assessment data and prepares a variety of reports.
• Acts for the Assessor in his or her absence or as assigned.
• Trains and monitors Division personnel in standard procedures and practices
• Assists in administering various special programs such as the elderly benefit program; assists in administering the sewer use charge program by determining charges.
• Assists in administering Division budget. Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge of property assessment principles and practices.
• Considerable knowledge of property assessment laws, regulations and ordinances.
• Some knowledge of data processing technology as applied to a municipal assessment operation.
• Good ability in property appraisal and assessment, Considerable ability in oral and written communications.
• Considerable ability to train and supervise the work of subordinates.
• Good ability to complete work within deadlines.
• Considerable ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, associates, subordinates, property owners and the general public.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A two-year degree from a recognized college in property appraisal, or a related field plus three years of progressively responsible assessment or appraisal experience, OR, an equivalent combination of education and experience substituting the basis of one year of experience for each year of education.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• May be required to travel short distances on business.
• Must be able to obtain CCMA designation.

SALARY: DOE, range $74,221.95 – 100,347.74

Applications can be found on the Town’s website, www.stratfordct.gov/page/human-resources and should be submitted along with a resume (if available), to the Town of Stratford, Human Resources Department, 2725 Main Street, Stratford, CT  06615 or via email: humanresources@townofstratford.com

Printable Job Description

The Town of Stratford is an equal opportunity employer. Female and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. 

Town of Killingly seeks a qualified applicant for the position of Assessor.

Position Purpose:

The purposes of this position are to manage and direct the tax assessing function including the evaluation and assessment of real and personal property to create a grand list for taxation purposes. The Assessor is required to exercise considerable independent judgment in administering and conducting the assessment process under state laws and regulations.  An assessor is responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under his/her direction and control.

Primary responsibilities including but not limited to:

• Finding, listing, measuring, and valuing all real and personal property in the Town, both taxable and tax exempt.
• Determines the eligibility for abatement programs and exemptions and applies them appropriately.
• Summarizes ownership, values and exemptions into annual abstract/grand list; provides appropriate summary to the eight separate districts in the Town.  Reports various claims to the State for reimbursement of revenue losses and provides appropriate information for grants as necessary.
• Conducts field inspections/appraisals of property or reviews/supervises field work of staff and/or revaluation staff.
• Oversees the periodic contract revaluation of property from RFP through a completed project; responsible for the certification of revaluation.
• Maintains all records both manually and by computer as required; maintains database within the Town’s computer assisted mass appraisal system; assists in managing GIS program and updating of on-line web information for both the Town’s web site and information for the on-line mapping link.
• Assists in the coordination of the updating of tax maps to include changed information from other town departments and as the Town’s 911 Coordinator, is responsible for street numbering.   • Coordinator and administrator of State and Town Homeowner’s Programs and Town Freeze Program; as well as the administrator for the State Renter’s Rebate Program.   • Municipal Aircraft Registration Official, responsible for the registration of aircraft and reporting the State of Connecticut.
• Provides information to the Board of Assessment Appeals and prepares information to defend challenged appraisal values in court and otherwise.   • Supervises the daily operations of the Assessor’s Office and staff of two; prepares and administers the department’s budget.

The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field and will have some supervisory experience.  A candidate with extensive appraisal education, with at least four years of real and personal property appraisal experience, including the use of a computer assisted mass appraisal system is preferred. Individuals with combinations of education and experience will be considered. A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required. Certified Connecticut Municipal Assessor I (CCMA I) professional designation will required within one year of hire, with the expectation that a CCMA II designation will be achieved within three years of hire.

Interested candidates must submit a cover letter, resume and completed Town of Killingly Application by e-mail (employment@killinglyct.gov) or by mail to the Town Manager’s Office, 172 Main Street, Danielson, CT 06239 by Friday, March 28, 2025 by 12:00PM.

DUTIES:

Under the general supervision of the Tax Assessor, The Commercial Appraiser is responsible for valuing and assessing commercial properties for taxation purposes, ensuring that property taxes are equitably and accurately assessed in accordance with state law. The role involves both technical and administrative duties related to property assessment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Accounting, Economics, or a closely related field. Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in real property appraisal work obtained in the last 10 years. OR an equivalent combination of experience as described above.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: At time of appointment, possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.

SCOPE OF EXAMINATION: There will be a written examination on a date to be determined, weighted 100% which will test for the following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, terminology and materials of building construction & renovation.
• Good knowledge of modern principles & practices of real property appraisal.
• Good knowledge of and application of the 3 approaches to value: sales approach, cost approach & income approach.
• Skill in drafting.
• Ability to read and analyze building plans and specifications.
• Ability to meet and deal effectively with taxpayers & coworkers
• Ability to keep accurate records.

APPLICATION PROCESS:  Interested candidates should submit a completed City of Stamford Employment Application and Application Supplement “25 – 13” by Friday March 28, 2025, to HrRecruiting@stamfordct.gov.  Applications can be obtained at www.stamfordct.gov.

For More Information and Application Packet, Please Click Here. 

The City of Middletown is accepting applications for the position of Assessment Aide/ Technician II. This position is located in the Tax Assessor’s Office. A completed online application must be submitted no later than 4:30 p.m. on February 24, 2025. In order to be considered for this position, you must submit an application during the posting period via the online application portal.

POSITION PURPOSE:

The purpose of this position is to perform technical assessment work in verifying ownership, transferring distribution of real estate and granting exemptions, and to provide technical assistance to the public. The position is responsible for supervising departmental staff. The work is performed under the direction of the Tax Assessor.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

An Associate’s Degree in business, financial management or closely related field and one year of related experience or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities. Position requires the ability to obtain Assessment Administration IA and Assessment Valuation IB certifications within two years of appointment, which may be extended by the City. (Copies of all required certifications and licenses must be uploaded to application.)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Examples of):

• Maintains computer quality data appraisal system; maintains Computer Assisted Mass Assessment system.
• Examines all land record documents recorded in City/Town Clerk’s office; reviews and selects documents for changes; updates records to show new parcels and splits.
• Assesses motor vehicles for Grand Lists and supplemental Grand List.
• Prepares business personal Property Grand List. Processes and mails declarations.
• Grants adjustments on assessments as necessary. Processes corrections. Sends notices of change in assessment.
• Provides technical assistance to visitors and the public; assists the elderly and other people in filing for tax exemptions.
• Assists the public with maps and records. Makes copies of maps and records and collects fees.
• Receives information on real estate, personal property and motor vehicles; coordinates record keeping functions.
• Maintains current sales information. Prepares a variety of reports from original data or draft copies.
• Assesses information and mails notices.
• Please see job description PDF for full list of duties.

To apply for this position, please go to the City of Middletown’s career portal located at:  https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/middletownct

Please review the City of Middletown’s Application Instructions as your application constitutes as part of the examination process.

The City of Middletown provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA).  If you need accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Division prior to the application closing date or the testing date, whichever is applicable.

245 DeKoven Dr
Human Resources – Room 206
Middletown, Connecticut, 06457

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

The Town of Oxford is hiring a full-time Assistant Assessor for a 34-hour work week to assist with property assessments as required by state and local law. This role includes valuing taxable and non-taxable properties to establish the annual grand list and performing related tasks. 

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, at least three years of responsible administrative experience, and three years in property assessment, appraisal, or a related field. A Connecticut Certified Municipal Assessor (CCMA I) designation is required, and the willingness to pursue ongoing education in the field. 

Salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and certification.

Please send your resume to the Office of The First Selectman, 486 Oxford Road, Oxford, CT, or email adminassistant@oxford-ct.gov by January 31, 2025.

The Town of Bethlehem is looking for a clerk in the Assessor’s Office.

Basic Experience/Knowledge

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office software – Word, Excel, Outlook, as well as knowledge of internet access and basic web browsing. MS Access a plus.
• Organizational skills – including filing and maintaining records, both paper and electronic.
• Must be able to take direction well
• Assist customers in a pleasant and helpful manner
• Produce well-written correspondence
• Analyze situations, and workload and prioritize to self-direct
• Pass a background check
• May be asked to attend job-related classes/workshops.
• Attention to detail and accuracy is vital.

Will Provide Training for:

• Daily Customer Service – answering phones, helping residents, appraisers, real estate agents, title searchers, attorneys etc. at the counter during Town Hall hours (9 a.m. to noon, Tuesday through Friday), taking initiative to resolve issues, or direct issues to assessor or appropriate departments.
• Specialized clerical and administrative work of a complex nature in support of the Assessor’s Office, including Data Entry into Department software systems as assigned.
• Apply an understanding of motor vehicle, personal property and other assessment statutes to office functions.
• Prepare and maintain the Motor Vehicle Grand List, including the processing of additions, deletes, and pro-ration for billing.
• Prepare and maintain the Personal Property Grand List, including additions, deletes, and declaration processing.
• Prepare and facilitate mass mailings as needed.
• Assist in the administration of benefit and exemption programs – working with elderly and disabled residents and Veterans to help them complete applications necessary for tax relief.
• Provide information and assistance to the public with courtesy and accuracy including assistance with public Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) system, Geographic Information System (GIS) and Assessor’s maps.
• Assist the Assessor with state reports required by Connecticut Office of Policy and Management (OPM).
• Verify status of land classified as PA 490 (Farm and Forest).
• Update and distribute street guide with transfers
• Maintain cross reference file and other office-related applications and produce Grand List for Registrars for Voting
• May be asked to assist with inspections of properties in town
• Perform all other duties as assigned to complete the shared mission of the Assessor’s Office.
• Assist other Town Hall departments as needed depending on availability.

Hours are: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Tuesday through Friday.

No benefits.

If you know of anyone who might like the position, please let me know.

Thank you! 

Beth Paul, Assessor, CCMA II

Town of Burlington, Connecticut

paul.b@burlingtonct.gov

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

The Assessor performs routine and complex supervisory and administrative work in directing and implementing assessments of real and personal property for taxation purposes, maintains assessment records, and incorporates the same into Grand List form.  The Assessor position requires considerable knowledge of state statutes and all operations of the office

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspect and assess all categories of real estate (including tax exempt), personal property and motor vehicle values.
• Select and apply any combination of complex appraisal techniques applicable and necessary to the accurate and defensible determination of property values.
• Maintain heavy contact with appraisers, real estate agents, attorneys, and the general public.
• Inspects, prorates, and lists assessments of all new properties under construction; processes and data enters into CAMA system.
• Inspect all properties taking out permits for additions, pools, air conditioning, etc.
• Review and value all personal property accounts including those not filing declarations as prescribed by State Statute.
• Record all changes of ownership of real and personal property.
• Supervises and coordinates periodic revaluation of all taxable property; recommends revaluation companies and prepares RFP’s and approval of contracts.
• Organizes and conducts special studies to assure continuing equity of assessments.
• Prepare and coordinate appraisal appeals for the Board of Assessment Appeals.
• May act as an advisor for the Board of Assessment Appeals.
• Prepare state reports.
• Compile and certify a yearly Grand List of all personal and real property. Monitors and verifies Grand List data.
• Classify all PA490 properties.
• Determine exemption status of all properties.
• Price motor vehicles.  Proration of motor vehicles.
• Apply local and state zoning laws to create or combine sub-divisions.
• Administer homeowner, renters, and veterans’ programs.
• Assist other Town departments with tax related questions and provides any necessary information to those departments. Coordinate assessment information with taxation and budgetary processes.
• Prepare and submit departmental budgets for the Assessor’s Office. Control and oversee approved department budget expenditures.
• Represent the municipality in proceedings relating to protested assessments as necessary.
• In addition to the essential duties and responsibilities, the employee will be required to perform any other duties assigned by his or her supervisor.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

• Works in conjunction with the Finance Department when necessary.
• Works under general supervision of the Director of Operations and the First Selectman.
• The Assessor must abide by CT General Statutes.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

• Oversees all Assessors’ Office employees including the Assistant Assessor and Assessor’s Aide.

QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITIES:

• Must have knowledge of Connecticut General Statutes governing the evaluation and assessment of real and personal property.
• Knowledge of geographic information systems (GIS)
• Knowledge of CAMA (computer aided mass appraisal) & administrative systems.
• Ability to understand and interpret provisions of law pertaining to assessment of real and personal property and exemptions.
• Ability to analyze factors which may influence the value of property and to exercise judgment in determining property values and changes in City structures and physical properties.
• Ability to perform mathematical computations
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to work under pressure and/or frequent interruptions
• Position requires extensive communication of a detailed and complex nature with taxpayers and citizens, the business community, and municipal officials and employees.  Must have ability to explain assessments to the public
• Must have computer and data processing skills.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting or some closely related field and six years of increasingly responsible experience in real and personal property appraisal work including four years of municipal assessment work with two years in an administrative position. Relevant work experience in real and personal property appraisal work may be substituted for the above mentioned college training on a year-for-year basis.
• Must possess and maintain Connecticut Certified Municipal Assessor (CCMA I) designation.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

REVIEW PROCESS:                                                                                     

• Essential duties & responsibilities per state statue will be reviewed directly with Director of Operations and employee, in an annual meeting scheduled each January.
• The First Selectman, in conjunction with the Director of Operations, will conduct an annual employee performance review each January and mid-year review each July.
• A formal, written report on the employee’s performance will be completed by the First Selectman in conjunction with the Director of Operations.  The employee must sign off on the report (to show receipt of a copy, not agreement with the evaluation) and a copy will be placed in the employee’s personnel file.

Application Link

Interested candidates should apply by clicking above link.

Seymour, CT 06483

(203) 828-1266 Direct
(203) 881-5005 Fax

GENERAL  DESCRIPTION

This is responsible and technical work requiring the ability to understand the processing and reporting of assessment information.  This position requires a good knowledge of assessment procedures and policies.  Advanced knowledge of personal computer, word processing, spreadsheet applications, relational data bases, Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (“CAMA”) data entry and inquiry functions.

Work involves the responsibility for the accurate and timely report processing, data analysis, and data entry of assessment and C,6.MA related information as well as the provision of public service in accordance with established procedures and Connecticut State Statutes.  Provide written correspondence and/or verbal communication to taxpayers with the ability to accurately communicate assessment information.

SUPERVISION  RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Assessor and/or Deputy Assessor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists Real & Personal Property Assistant and Assessor in balancing Grand List and assorted State forms
• Records incoming permits, prints associated property record cards, coordinates by appropriate neighborhood
• Assists Deputy Assessor in field work, including measuring and listing real property data.
• Update CAMA system to reflect value changes resulting from sketch revisions, permits, field work, and revaluation changes
• Enters photo data into the CAMA Maintains photo log files in Microsoft Excel and backup photos on CD.
• Assists Revaluation Team by preparing and maintaining tracking and quality control reports, updating property records and files.
• Creates sales reports in preparation for upcoming Revaluation including statistical analysis and State reporting
• Maintains necessary filings of Income and Expense reports using Microsoft Excel.
• Prepares paperwork for all mailings. Uses CAMA system to retrieve data on Income producing properties.
• Works on all aspects of Motor Vehicle Grand List.  Edits list, prices vehicles, applies exemptions according to State law and performs all related data entry as needed.
• Prorates motor vehicle assessments according to State Statute and maintains all records and files.
• Assists Real & Personal Property Assistant in field work verifying current businesses to update Personal Property records.
• Assists Real & Personal Property Assistant with mailings of Personal Property Declarations, and data entry of completed declarations.
• Answers telephones and provides counter service to the public, other town departments and State agencies.
• Provides answers to varied assessment questions.
• Provides clear and accurate information to the public regarding all tax credit and exemption programs.
• Assists taxpayers in determining eligibility for such programs, completes applications. Assists in preparation of mailings for all tax credit and exemption programs.
• Performs all necessary data entry of tax credit and exemption applications and provides assistance in all aspects of balancing State reports.
• Design and maintain Assessor’s pages in town website in conjunction with IT department. Coordinate responses to all email inquiries to Assessor’s Office from website.
• Prepares transmittal for FOI funds.
• Provides clerical and technical support for other staff members as required. Works on special projects as required.
• Organizes work according to standard office procedures, establishing task priorities within work assignments.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to acquire working knowledge of State and Local laws, regulations and procedures pertaining to an Assessment office.
• Advanced knowledge of word processing, computer spreadsheet, and data base programs .
• Ability to make statistical and mathematical computations speedily and accurately.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, associates and the general public.
• Ability to coordinate and establish task priorities within work assignments.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally via telephone or in person.
• Ability to effectively communicate in writing technical information to members of the public.
• Knowledge of general office procedures, practices and equipment Ability to follow written and oral instruction.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited college with a minimum of an associates degree  with major course work in business administration, public administration or any relevant discipline with a focus on financial applications.
• At least three years experience in an administrative position including work with administrative operations encompassing the day to day use of personal computers; or any additional college credits above an associate’s degree may  be  substituted  for years  of  experience which provides the necessary knowledge, abilities and skills as stated in the job description.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• AAT or CCMA designation is desirable.

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The Town of Guilford is currently accepting applications for the following position:

PART-TIME REAL ESTATE DATA COLLECTOR

This is a SEASONAL position

Wages are based on Parcel Inspections, as follows:

Standard Permit:   $30

New Residence:    $40

Commercial:          $50

Industrial:              $100

Any person interested in applying for this position should submit an Employment Application and Resume to:

Human Resources, Guilford Town Hall, 31 Park Street, Guilford no later than: 3:00 p.m., Monday, September 9, 2024