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Town of Westport
Deputy Assessor- Assessors Office
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A Property Appraiser or Assessor determines the value of real property, including buildings and real estate or other personal or commercial property, as the basis for determining how much tax is owed. Assesses or calculates how much tax is owed, including property tax for homes, businesses or land, income tax, or tax owed for goods traded or imported internationally.
$57,655 / year median in Connecticut
-11% projected decline
Job Description
Deputy Assessor- Assessor's Office Town of Westport - 3.0 Westport, CT Job Details Full-time $115,000 - $125,000 a year 1 hour ago Qualifications Computer operation Customer communication Real estate appraisal regulatory compliance Driver's License Bachelor's degree Valuation experience within real estate industry Decision making Business Administration Office management Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Job Responsibilities The Deputy Assessor assists the Assessor with the daily administration and operation of the Assessor's Office, including the coordination of assessment activities, supervision of professional staff, and implementation of office procedures to improve efficiency and productivity. This position oversees the preparation and maintenance of the Real Estate, Personal Property, and Motor Vehicle Grand Lists, reviews assessment data, maintains records and GIS systems, and administers state and local tax relief and exemption programs. The Deputy Assessor provides technical assistance to taxpayers, attorneys, Town departments, Boards, and other stakeholders regarding assessment matters, while responding to public inquiries and explaining assessment procedures and regulations. Responsibilities also include preparing reports for state agencies, coordinating with the Tax Collector's Office, managing departmental administrative functions such as purchase orders and payroll, maintaining public information resources, and supporting the Board of Assessment Appeals. In the absence of the Assessor, the Deputy Assessor assumes responsibility for the operation of the Assessor's Office. Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in business or a related field, along with a minimum of five years of experience in a municipal Assessor's Office, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The candidate must possess and maintain a Certified Connecticut Municipal Assessor I (CCMA I) certification and a valid driver's license. A thorough knowledge of Connecticut assessment laws, property valuation principles, and appraisal practices is required. Proficiency with computer-assisted mass appraisal (CAMA) and valuation software is preferred, as well as the ability to learn Town-specific systems. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical, organizational, communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret regulations, exercise sound judgment, and establish effective working relationships with the public, Town officials, and other stakeholders.