Assistant Assessor

Town of Cohasset

Cohasset, MA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$67,067–$80,152 Per Year
LOCATION
Cohasset, MA
POSTED
3 days ago

Assistant Assessor- Full-time, 35 hours per week

The Town of Cohasset is seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable assistant assessor to support the administration of the town’s property assessment operations. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the fair and equitable valuation of property, assist with compliance and reporting requirements, and provide professional service to residents and stakeholders while supporting the financial integrity of the community.

Position Overview

Reporting to the director of assessing, the assistant assessor supports the director of assessing in performing highly responsible and complex duties requiring considerable judgment in establishing valuations of real and personal property. In the absence of the director, the assistant assessor attends and directs the board of assessors’ meetings.

Key Responsibilities

•Maintain Assessment Records & Tax Maps

•Conduct Property Valuations & Inspection

•Support Appeals & Compliance Processes

•Provide Public Service & Technical Guidance

•Prepare Tax Commitments & Financial Documentation

Minimum Qualifications: Must have a minimum of five years of experience in the valuation of property for tax purposes or an equivalent combination of education and municipal experience. Must hold, or be able to obtain, a certificate in municipal assessing with the designation of Massachusetts Accredited Assessor (MAA) issued by the Massachusetts Association of Assessing Officers (MAAO).

Preferred Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree is preferred. Familiarity with Customized Data Services and SoftRight municipal software is also desirable.

Compensation & Benefits:

This is a full-time, benefited position classified as Grade M1 ( $67,067- $80,152 ). The Town of Cohasset offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package.


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The Town of Cohasset is committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. The Town provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their positions. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in the application or selection process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department athr@cohassetma.gov. 

 The Town of Cohasset is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

All offers of employment are conditional upon the satisfactory completion of a Criminal offense record inquiry ( CORI check), pre-employment DOT physical examination, drug test & all other background checks where required. 








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