Assistant Director of Assessing - Valuation & Field Ops

Town of Needham; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid training

Professional development

Health, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

The Town of Needham is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Assessing to oversee daily office operations, support appraisal work, conduct inspections, and supervise staff within the Assessing Division.

Responsibilities include data research for reports, field inspections, analyzing market trends, and ensuring compliant documentation. Benefits include training, professional development, and comprehensive health coverage; applications due by Oct 19, 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 4–6 years of related experience with supervisory responsibilities.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Massachusetts Accredited Assessor’s certificate is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily office operations, supervise staff, ensure accurate records and guidance on assessment and abatement documentation.
• Assist the Director of Assessing by researching data for town officers, reports, local officials and the Department of Revenue.
• Oversee field work distribution and inspections of residential and commercial properties; may perform field measurements.
• Assist with research for Appellate Tax Board procedures and analyze property values, market trends and sales data.
• Maintain communication with taxpayers, attorneys, consultants and appraisers.
• Perform data processing for valuation techniques; guide staff on assessing procedures and record management.
• Support compliance activities including inspections, subdivision reviews, photo-file updates, and statistical analysis.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Massachusetts Accredited Assessor's certificate

Job description

The Town of Needham is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Assessing to oversee daily office operations, support appraisal work, conduct inspections, and supervise staff within the Assessing Division.

Responsibilities include data research for reports, field inspections, analyzing market trends, and ensuring compliant documentation. Benefits include training, professional development, and comprehensive health coverage; applications due by Oct 19, 2026.