Town Assessor Job at Massachusetts Municipal Association (Swampscott)

Assessing Technician

Position is responsible for performing highly technical, clerical, confidential ...

Location

United States , Canton

Salary:

29.97 - 33.76 USD / Hour

TOWN OF CANTON

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Associate degree in business, finance or accounting required
Three to five years of experience in an office where assessing and/or appraising operations are primary responsibilities
Must complete basic assessing courses approved and required by the Massachusetts Department of Revenue and the Massachusetts Association of Assessing Officers as a condition of continued employment
Knowledge of the laws, regulations, rules, procedures, and forms applicable to assessing administration
Knowledge of Town By-Laws, regulations, policies, and programs as they apply to department operations
Knowledge of assessment and sales ratios
Knowledge of types of property ownership
Knowledge of office management principles and practices and equipment used by the department
Knowledge of computers, the internet, Excel and Word
Knowledge of PK (Cama system), Munis, Viewpoint, Norfolkdeeds, MassDOT, Dept. of Revenue (regular website & Gateway (for reporting)), MLS

Job Responsibility

Assists in the preparation of real estate bills and other tax forms and records
Researches MLS listings to get valuable information for assessment of homes
Processes sales surveys sent as a result of deed transfers
Creates, maintains and generates sales reports (using SQL) for public
Downloads deeds from Assessor’s link to Norfolkdeeds.org
Researches plans, trusts, homesteads and other documents to ensure records are correct
Provides deeds and other Registry documents to residents upon request
Responsible for reviewing confidential information and determining qualification for all exemption applications
Maintains reports, creates mass mailings and assists residents with exemption applications
Ensures that all exemptions are entered into Munis for preparation of actual tax bills

What we offer

benefits eligible
AFSCME Union position

Fulltime

Director of Assessments

The town of Belchertown is accepting applications for a full-time Director of As...

Location

United States , Belchertown

Salary:

82318.00 - 105084.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, or related field
three years’ experience in assessing, municipal finance, or real estate
or combination
MAA designation preferred with ability to obtain
Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License required

Job Responsibility

Implementing municipal assessing procedures in accordance with MGL and DOR regulations
Performs appraisal and classification of real and personal property
Manages the department’s operations
Supports the Board of Assessors, Town Manager, and other municipal departments

Fulltime

Principal Assessor

Town of Norwell seeks a highly motivated and talented Principal Assessor (MAA) w...

Location

United States , Norwell

Salary:

90000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong understanding of Massachusetts General laws as they pertain to municipal assessing
Mass appraisal standards and procedures
motor vehicle excise tax commitments, abatements, exemptions, and appellate tax hearings
strong working knowledge of valuation methods, cyclicals, sales, field inspections and supplemental billing
expert witness appearance before the MA Appellate experience desired
superior technical, analytical and written/verbal communication skills
ability to communicate complex matters in a tactful and courteous manner
ability to be organized, exercise initiative and independent judgement, meet deadlines, think analytically and develop new or revised systems
be a skilled negotiator
maintain good public relations

Job Responsibility

Create, plan, and direct the efficient and uniform administration of local tax laws and the Department of Revenue

What we offer

Excellent health insurance
PTO benefits
annual step progression
cost of living adjustment

Fulltime

Principal Assessor

The town of Chester is seeking a dedicated and motivated Principal Assessor to s...

Location

United States , Chester

Salary:

21000.00 - 26000.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

March 03, 2026

Requirements

Associate degree or significant post-secondary training in real estate appraisal and public or business administration
two to five years of experience in municipal assessing
Strong computer skills
Experience with Patriot Assessing software
Good organizational skills with ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
Great communication skills and a friendly, professional attitude

Job Responsibility

Processing new property deeds from the Hampden County Registry of Deeds
Working with the Tax Collector in processing Motor Vehicle and Real Estate Tax Abatements
Maintaining Accounts Payable for the Assessing department
Filing State Exemptions for seniors, veterans and blind residents
Preparing Agendas and Documents for monthly meetings with the Board of Assessors
Processing and administering Land Lien and Chapter land Requests
Participate in the preparation of the Tax Recap Sheet
Advise Board of Assessors on values for the Classification Hearing
Providing assessment services needed for residents, town and state

What we offer

OBRA retirement program

Parttime

Chief Assessor

We are a MetroWest community of just under 11,000 residents with a vibrant and e...

Location

United States , Maynard

Salary:

85000.00 - 102228.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Five years’ experience in real estate, appraisal, or other related area or three years in a municipal assessing or equivalent combination of education and experience required
MMA Certification preferred

Job Responsibility

Responsible for professional, administrative, technical, participative, and supervisory work related to the valuation and re-valuation of all residential, industrial, and commercial real estate and personal property within the Town in accordance with Department of Revenue regulations and related Massachusetts General Laws
Provide related financial information, analysis, and consultation for the Finance Department
Provide related financial information, analysis, and consultation to the Board of Assessors for policy direction of the Assessing department

What we offer

Excellent, comprehensive 75/25 benefits package

Fulltime

New

Cargo Transport Specialist

The Cargo Transport Technician - Administration interacts daily with operations ...

Location

Canada , Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

Salary:

70000.00 - 80000.00 CAD / Year

Randstad

Expiration Date

April 08, 2026

Requirements

Possess a DEC or AEC in logistics. Any other equivalent training could be considered relevant
5 to 7 years of relevant experience in the transportation field. Knowledge of the maritime sector is considered a significant asset
Advanced knowledge and mastery of the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel
Knowledge of an ERP or WMS is a significant asset
Excellent communication skills in English and French, both verbal and written, are necessary for success in this position

Job Responsibility

Monitor cargo transfers originating from vessels
Monitor the movement of goods during transfers on the terminal, in conjunction with the operations department
Track receipts/shipments by truck and train, transmit the validation list for each vessel to the billing department
Validate data related to services to be billed and transmit them to the billing department
Adjust inventories by product following transfers on the terminal, inventory control, report discrepancies, and correct certain data as needed

What we offer

Comprehensive group insurance program
RRSP with employer contributions
A flexible work-life balance
Personal days, sick leave, and statutory holidays, in addition to annual vacation
Access to an employee assistance program and telemedicine

Fulltime

New

Customs Agent

The Customs Clerk responsible for supporting the process of providing customs re...

Location

Canada , Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle

Salary:

20.00 - 24.00 CAD / Hour

Randstad

Expiration Date

April 09, 2026

Requirements

High school diploma required
Valid drivers license necessary to go to CBSA Border
Physically capable of lifting and moving boxes on a regular basis
Strong computer skills (Microsoft, AS400, photocopiers, etc)
French and English is necessary
Professional demeanor, dealing with CBSA workers daily

Job Responsibility

Assist and examine shipment requests, print summary cargo release lists for submission prior to truck arrivals to customs
Reviews and prepare High Value Shipments (HVS) and pre-Arrival Review System Entry (PARS) entries
Administrative and data entry duties for Low Value and High Value shipments (LVS and HVS)
Assign the brokers to electronical shipments and communicate with import brokers for shipment information, prepare EDI entries for customers
Prepare export documents for shipments when refused by customs
Enter all Status Exception Scans on all shipments held at and then release from CBSA border
Verify all PARS entries on ACI manifests and ensures that all HVS shipments have released code for customs
Drive to the border in Lacolle (5 minutes) to verify packages from drivers

What we offer

Full time schedule, 40 hours a week
Monday to Friday 10am to 6:30pm (training is 8am to 4:30pm)
Rotations on Saturday (every second week)
Overtime paid time + half
Working on rotating holidays (Except Christmas and New Years), paid time + half
Parking on site
Company pension plan, with match
Full insurance package (medical, dental, vision, life)
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time off, vacations and personal days

Fulltime

New

Title officer

Calling all Title Officers, Mortgage Underwriters, and Real Estate Law Clerks in...

Location

Canada , Moncton

Salary:

49000.00 - 50000.00 CAD / Year

Randstad

Expiration Date

April 11, 2026

Requirements

2-3 years of experience as a real estate law clerk or underwriter
Graduate of a law clerk/legal admin program
Intermediate computer skills in MS Office and Outlook
Great communication skills and customer service skills
Detail oriented and proven ability to multitask in fast paced environment
Flexible, adaptable and open to learning
Able to work well independently as well as a team player
Must be able to read title searches

Job Responsibility

Provide exceptional customer service to clients via email, phone and the online portal
Read and make necessary amendments to internal records
Identify and manage all issues with title discrepancies with Lender representatives
Remain up to date on all corporate and lender policies/procedures
Request and review payout statements from financial institutions and calculate necessary payout amounts
Work closely with credit unions
Work on files from start to finish
Complete title searches
Order statements

What we offer

Vacation and Benefits
Monday - Friday – 8:30am-5pm
Opportunity for professional growth
Competitive Salary

Fulltime

Town Assessor

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Location:
United States , Swampscott

Category:
Public Sector

Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Posted:
December 26, 2025

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