KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Ability to accurately list, record, and maintain value for Real and Personal Property, including Motor Vehicles, using accepted valuation practices.

Applies exemptions, prepares sales study reports, records property transfers, makes changes to the abstract database, prepares sketches of main structures and computes value/assessment.

Ability to communicate effectively with the general public including attorneys, real estate agents, town and state employees, and others, by phone, in person or through correspondence.

Ability to read, locate and update properties on Assessor GIS maps; update real property for transfers of ownership, corrections, assessment changes, etc.; assign addresses to new homes or subdivisions; notifies owners of assessment increases.

Creates certificates of corrections as necessary.

Supervise a revaluation of all real property as prescribed in the Connecticut General Statutes.

Accept and process applications for State and local tax exemptions for the elderly, disabled, blind, and Veterans.

Prepares and submits the Assessor’s Abstract and all other required reports and data to the State of Connecticut as required by Connecticut General Statutes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum five years of experience working in a municipal assessor’s office.

Certification from the state Office of Policy & Management as a Certified Connecticut Municipal Assessor (CCMA) I or II (preferred).

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

CT Driver’s License; familiarity with Microsoft Office, Quality Data Admin and Vision CAMA helpful. Knowledge of Excel, a plus.

BENEFITS:

This is a 36 hr/wk union position; salary $87,700 per year with a 5 year signed contract. Benefits include medical, vacation, paid holidays, sick time and pension benefit. Successful candidate will also participate in the selection of a 24 hour clerk to support the Assessor’s Office.

Submit a cover letter and resume to:

Marlborough Town Clerk’s Office

P.O. Box 29 Marlborough, CT 06447