Administrative Assistant - Assessors Office
Salary
$26.68 - $28.51 Hourly
Location
Juneau
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
202600957
Department
Finance
Division
Assessors
Opening Date
07/22/2026
Closing Date
8/5/2026 4:30 PM Alaska
Position Number
162002
Bargaining Unit
Marine Engineers Beneficial Association
Pay Range
12
Hours Per Week
37.5
Telework Availability
Not Available
Description
Are you a highly organized and detail-oriented professional with a knack for multi-tasking?
Join the CBJ Assessor's Office and play a critical role in providing an important function to property owners in the City and Borough of Juneau.
We are a busy office working directly with residents, businesses, tourists, and other members of the public. Our team actively works to improve processes and streamline workflows as well as serve the community of Juneau fairly and effectively.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The successful candidate will have:
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM
The Assessor's Office is a strong team that works to value property equitably throughout the Borough. The Administrative Assistant is vital to the Office's success, serving as the main point of contact for property owners as well as maintaining many important data sources for the Appraisers. Training and development are important in the Office and if you have a desire, you can begin to attend (in person and virtual) courses and complete certifications in the profession of property assessment.
WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION
This position works (Monday through Friday) 8:00am - 4:30pm. Your office would be located in downtown Juneau on Glacier Avenue.
Typical Responsibilities
The incumbent in this position is responsible for the administrative functions of the office and serves a vital role in meeting our mission of ensuring fair and equitable property tax administration and values.
The position serves as the primary public contact for the office which would include daily interaction with CBJ staff and the public requiring collaborative, analytical, customer service and research skills. Excellent customer service skills are a must.
This position is responsible for updating ownership records for the borough by reviewing documents recorded with the Department of Natural Resources. Experience working with legal descriptions and/or deeds is highly desired. Attention to detail is a high priority of the CBJ Assessors Office.
You will be responsible for maintaining real property exemptions for all properties within the borough. This role involves providing technical, administrative and customer support to the public and seniors applying for exemptions, as well as supporting Assessor Office Administration functions. This position processes all Hardship Exemptions, applying predefined criteria for qualification. Critical thinking skills are required.
This position oversees market letter distribution and returns which are utilized in the valuation process.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High School graduation or the equivalent.
Experience:
Six (6) months of clerical experience. This work is equivalent to an Office Assistant with the City & Borough of Juneau or equivalent elsewhere.
SUBSTITUTION:
Post-secondary or vocational training may be substituted for the required
experience on the basis of: three (3) semester or four (4) quarter hours of post-
secondary education are equal to one month of experience; 150 hours of
vocational education are equal to one month of experience.)
Supplemental Information
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED INFORMATION
Please provide a cover letter with your application.
You must also include transcripts if they are being used to meet minimum qualifications.
HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO
Hiring Manager: Mary Hammond
Phone Number: (907) 586-5215 Ext. 4033
Email: mary.hammond@juneau.gov
Please read the below information carefully to ensure your application submission meets all submittal requirements.
Education
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your education in your application, and you may be required to provide transcripts.
Work Experience
If you are using work experience to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your work experience in the application.
If your application does not support minimum qualifications, you may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
Application Assistance
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EEO Statement
The City & Borough of Juneau complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call (907) 586-5250 or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973, or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at employment@juneau.gov or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.
Careers with the City & Borough of Juneau offer Many Benefits
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the City & Borough of Juneau. Actual benefits received may differ based on position type and will be prorated for other than full time work.
Incumbents of Part-time Limited, Eaglecrest Limited, Short-term Temporary, Emergency and Intern positions are not eligible for the benefits described below.
Insurance Benefits
Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
No cost employee only plan available
Employer paid Basic Life insurance--$10,000 for employee, spouse & dependents
Additional optional coverage available
Travel protection & financial services offered as part of the Life Insurance coverage
Optional group-based insurance premiums for
Term life with Accidental Death and Dismemberment (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
Short-term Disability
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Pet Insurance
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Employees are eligible for an employer funded Dependent Care Account (DCA) up to $5000.00 following 1 year of actively working.
Retirement Benefits
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program, depending on your date of hire
Option to enroll in the City & Borough of Juneau's Deferred Compensation Program with MissionSquare
Employer match available for participating PERS Tier IV employees
Note: The Defined Contribution Plan & Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options
For more information on health, retirement and optional benefits for eligible employees visit: Benefits - City and Borough of Juneau
Paid Leave and Holidays
Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
21 days of PL within first year of employment
Personal leave includes Sick leave
Thirteen paid holidays a year
Six weeks Paid Parental Leave (to eligible employees)
Employee Wellness Program
The Employee Wellness Program assists employees in making choices that support their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. The program provides:
For more information on the Employee Wellness Program visit Wellness Program - City and Borough of Juneau.
Additional Perks
Employer City & Borough of Juneau
Address 155 Heritage Way
Juneau, Alaska, 99801
Phone 907-586-5250
Website http://Juneau.gov