Connecticut Association of
Assessing Officers

The Town of Weston is accepting applications for an Assistant Assessor.  This position performs appraisal and administrative work in the valuing of taxable property to establish the Grand List and provides technical and administrative assistance to the Assessor.  Duties include:

• Assist in the preparation and verification of assessment lists and make necessary corrections.
• Continually update based on property transfers, address changes, additions, death notices, and subdivisions.
• Assist in the maintenance of individual property files by entering data and updating valuation information, plot plans, subdivisions, and changes in names and addresses in CAMA system.
• Work with the Building Official’s office to maintain records of new developments and Town Clerk’s office for change in ownership.
• Assist in the preparation of the Grand List.Participates in identifying and valuing taxable property to establish the Grand List.Inspects existing properties, improved properties and properties in construction to determine value.
• Aids in discovery of taxable property under the direction of the Assessor using publicly available information.
• Respond to exemption and tax relief applications, answering customer inquiries, and maintenance of an automated assessment system.

To be considered for the position candidates will have at least a high school diploma or GED, plus two (2) years of experience in banking, real estate, appraisal work, customer service or working in a municipal Assessor’s office.  Coursework toward Certified Connecticut Municipal Assessor I (CCMA I) required with documented successful completion of  CCMA Course IA (Assessment Administration) and Course IB (Assessment Valuation).  Certified Connecticut Municipal Assessor I (CCMA I) preferred.  Ability to obtain CCMA I certification within four (4) years of employment.

Candidates will possess working knowledge of the principles and practices of property valuation and assessment; knowledge of Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA), Geographic Information System (GIS), statistical software systems and related assessment administration computer applications; ability to comply with assessment laws, rules and regulations; ability to comply with state laws and statutory requirements related to real, motor vehicle, and personal property assessment; ability to deal with the public tactfully.

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This is a 37.5 hour per week position with an annual rate of $77,552, and full benefits pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement.

Interested candidates must email their resume and cover letter to:

Karl Kilduff
Town Administrator
Town of Weston
PO Box 1007
Weston, CT 06883
KKilduff@westonct.gov

Applications due no later than December 23, 2024