Assistant Assessor

The ideal candidate must have a Connecticut Municipal Assessor Certification and have three years of responsible administrative experience, including one year in an assessment environment OR, an equivalent combination of education and experience substituting on the basis of two years of education for each year of experience. Must have a valid driver’s license.

We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our organization stronger.

We offer excellent health benefits, above market retirement contribution on your behalf, generous paid time off and a work culture that embraces change and celebrates individuality.

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Assessor, the Assistant Assessor has the responsibility to assess the valuation of personal property and/or inventory of commercial and industrial establishments; to inspect real estate and make appraisals of new building and building additions and improvements according to recognized appraisal standards. Assists in maintenance of all records and documents of real estate and personal property value and ownership. Confers with property owners and provides information about laws pertaining to motor vehicle taxation, exemption for elderly citizens, and similar tax liability matters; compiles lists such as Grand List, assessments, properties, elderly homeowners and other assessment information. Searches land records for changes in ownership and in response to requests for information from attorneys, real estate agents and the public. Records changes in assessment administrative documents and files to reflect new construction or ownership of property.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalency, including or supplemented by courses in office skills, plus three years of responsible administrative experience, including one year in an assessment environment, an equivalent combination of education and experience substituting on the basis of two years of education for each year of experience.
• Must have a Connecticut Municipal Assessor Certification.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

All appointments shall be made according to merit and fitness for performing the functions of the position, including factors such as education, experience, aptitude, knowledge, character, ethics, or other qualifications that would determine the best candidate for the position. Examinations may include written, oral, physical, or performance tests or any combination of the various types of examinations. Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results on a background check, pre-employment physical, drug screening and verification of information on the employment application.

Applications must include aresume, cover letter and a copy of Connecticut Municipal Assessor Certification. Applications accepted until sufficient applications are received. Town of Bloomfield is an affirmative action/equal employment opportunity employer. Minorities, women & persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Persons with a disability who may need this information in an alternative format or who may need accommodations during the testing procedure should contact HR Dept. at 860-769-3544.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43.93 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work setting:

• In-person
• Office

Experience:

• Administrative: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certification as Connecticut Municipal Assessor (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bloomfield, CT 06002: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person