Director of Assessing

East Longmeadow; East Longmeadow (MA); Hybride; USD 85 000 - 98 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

East Longmeadow is seeking a Director of Assessing to lead the municipal valuation team and ensure accurate property values in compliance with state statutes. You will report to the Finance Director and guide assessment practices for real and personal property across the town.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), 5–7 years’ experience in Assessing, and proficiency with Vision and Munis software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, experience and education equivalent required.
• Five (5) to Seven (7) years of experience in a similar position, preferably in Assessing; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with Vision and Munis software preferred.
• Must possess valid Driver’s License.
• MMA Accredited Assessor preferred or must have the ability to be accredited within two (2) years of employment.

Responsabilités

• Annually value, analyze, and review all properties to meet DOR standards and defend values on appeals.
• Annually value, analyze, and review all personal property to meet DOR standards and defend values on appeals.
• Prepare legal file for tax billing for quarterly tax billing process.
• Process motor vehicle and boat excise commitments and abatements including end of month reports.
• Coordinate with finance to complete Tax Recap for the fiscal year tax rate approval.
• Prepare documentation for Tax Classification Hearing at Town Council.
• Explain and educate taxpayers on assessing practices and tax liability.
• Attend Board of Assessor meetings and other required department/committee meetings.
• Prepare and submit departmental budget annually.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Team leadership

Formation

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

MMA Accredited Assessor preferred

Outils

Vision software

Munis software

Description du poste

Job Opportunities

Starting Annual Range (DOE): $85,476-$98,297

Are you looking for a leadership role where your expertise is genuinely valued and supported? We’re hiring a Director of Assessing to guide our valuation team. In the Town of East Longmeadow, we pride ourselves on a having a supportive workplace culture and on investing in our people's success. Ready to lead in an environment that puts team first?

General Description:

The purpose of this position is to perform professional, administrative and technical work in managing the operations of the Assessor’s department and in the appraisal of town-wide property in accordance with state and local statute and regulations. Position is responsible for establishing real and personal property values to meet Massachusetts Department of Revenue requirements for annual interim adjustments and 5-year certification, as well as maintaining and acting upon excise, boat, and supplemental billing and Real Estate and Abatement exemption application. Position reports directly to the Finance Director.

Primary 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.

• Annually value, analyze, and review all properties including new construction to meet DOR standards to receive certification of values and defend these values when appealed through abatement applications or Appellate tax board appeals.
• Annually value, analyze, and review all personal property including new assets to meet DOR standards to receive certification of values and defend these values when appealed through abatement applications or Appellate tax board appeals.
• Prepare legal file for tax billing for quarterly tax billing process.
• Process all motor vehicle and boat excise commitments and abatements inclusive of end of month reports.
• Work collectively with the finance team to complete Tax Recap for fiscal years tax rate approval.
• Prepare documentation for Tax Classification Hearing at Town Council to determine the tax factor annually.
• Utilize extensive knowledge of MA General Law, particularly Chapter 59 relating to assessments to be able to effectively explain and educate taxpayers of assessing practices relating to their assessment and tax liability.
• Attend continuing educational seminars to keep abreast of changing laws and practices.
• Attends and participates in all Board of Assessor meetings as well as department head and other committee meetings as required.
• Prepare and submit departmental budget annually.
• Performs similar or related work as needed.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree preferred, experience and education equivalent required.

Must possess valid Driver’s License. MMA Accredited Assessor preferred or must have the ability to be accredited within two (2) years of employment

Five (5) to Seven (7) years of experience in a similar position, preferably in Assessing; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with Vision and Munis software preferred.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of contemporary techniques of GIS applications.
• General knowledge of windows operating systems.
• Knowledge of appraisal methodologies.

Ability

• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form.
• Ability to coordinate, multi-task office activities and to supervise staff.
• Ability to work well with other staff members and to lead by example.
• Ability to motivate, establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with various departments in cross-disciplinary projects, integration of databases and technology.

Skills

• Strong commitment to excellent customer service and a desire to meet and serve the community.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in MS Word and Google Workspace.

Human Resources Department, 60 Center Square, East Longmeadow MA 01028.

A complete position description may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Department.

The Town of East Longmeadow is an Affinity Action, Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. Qualified applicants of all backgrounds including women, people of color, LBGTQIA+ individuals, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We are committed to fair hiring practices and a supportive, welcoming culture that offers equal career development and promotional opportunities to all employees.