Assistant Tax Assessor (Municipal)

POSITION

TAX

ASSESSOR INDUSTRY

MUNICIPAL

GOVERNMENT LOCATION

HARTFORD

COUNTY, CT RECRUITER CONTACT

KELLEIGH

MARQUARD

- Kelleigh.

Marquard@Roberthalf Robert Half is partnering with a respected municipality in Hartford County seeking an Assistant Tax Assessor to join its finance and assessment team. This position will play a key role in supporting the administration of municipal real and personal property assessment operations, tax compliance, and grand list maintenance. Working closely with senior leadership, the Assistant Tax Assessor will assist with daily departmental operations, property valuation activities, taxpayer assistance, and oversight of assessment records and reporting functions. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced assessment professional seeking a stable and highly visible municipal role with long-term growth potential.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with administration of municipal assessment operations involving real and personal property Conduct property inspections, field reviews, valuation analysis, and reassessments Review market, ownership, and property data to support accurate assessments Maintain assessment records, maps, exemptions, and related documentation Support preparation of grand list reports and other state or municipal reporting requirements Perform audits and reviews of personal property declarations and related filings Provide guidance and assistance to taxpayers, attorneys, financial institutions, and internal departments regarding assessment matters Assist with tax relief and exemption programs in accordance with applicable regulations Support departmental budgeting, process improvements, and operational initiatives Coordinate with outside vendors and revaluation consultants as needed Help supervise and train office staff while assisting with day-to-day workflow management Respond to public inquiries in person, over the phone, and through written communication

WHY JOIN

Stable municipal environment with strong leadership and community impact Highly visible role with exposure to town leadership and operations Opportunity to contribute to modernization and process improvement initiatives Collaborative team environment with long-term career stability Competitive compensation and municipal benefits package For immediate consideration, please email your resume in confidence to Kelleigh.

Marquard@RobertHalf com. All inquiries are confidential. Robert Half will never distribute your resume without your permission. Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, Finance, or related field preferred Minimum of 3 years of experience in municipal assessment, appraisal, or property tax administration Strong understanding of Connecticut assessment practices, property valuation methods, and applicable regulations Experience with both real estate and personal property assessment activities Ability to interpret deeds, maps, surveys, and legal property descriptions Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills Experience working with assessment software and Microsoft Office applications Connecticut Municipal Assessor certification (CCMA) Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .