About the Department

The Town of Needham is seeking an enthusiastic individual to fulfill the role of Field Assessor. Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Assessing, the Field Assessor is responsible for the systematic field data verification and review of personal property, field review of all “New Growth” parcels in the Town, mailing of annual income and Expense 38D requests and personal property Forms of Lists as well as collating responses to those requests.

The Town of Needham provides great benefits such as employer-paid training opportunities, professional development and certification opportunities, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage options, and more. For a full list of benefit offerings, please view the "Benefits" tab at the top of this posting.

Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Tuesdays 8:00 am – 6:00 pm and Fridays 8:00 am – 12:30 pm

CON #27006

Position Duties

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

Collects residential and commercial/industrial real estate measures and lists, following approved appraisal and assessing techniques; maintains related photographs and files.
Conducts inspections on “new growth” properties both residential and commercial and enter data into CAMA (assessing database) system.
Works directly with business owners and tenants of commercial/industrial properties for rental information; visits businesses in the community for the purpose of listing machinery and inventory used in the conduct of the business.
Identifies property usage to determine exemption status.
Surveys and compiles income and expense data from commercial property owners and creates related reports.
Performs data processing procedures dealing with the computerization of valuation techniques

Minimum Qualifications

The following requirements may be substituted by any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job:

A bachelor’s degree in finance, business or a related degree.
Two (2) to Four (4) to years of related experience
Valid driver’s license.

Beneficial:

Massachusetts Accredited Assessor's certificate willing to actively obtain
Experience with Intelligent Query programs and the Department of Revenue’s CAMA system is preferred.

Other Qualifications

The Town of Needham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and encouraging workplace. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, age, gender, national origin, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, veteran status, or any other protected class. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

For general employment inquiries, please contact us at [email protected].

The Town of Needham will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at [email protected].

Benefits

As a Town of Needham employee, you are offered a rewarding career-opportunity serving the Needham community, a thriving and growing town of approximately 32,000 residents and a diverse commercial tax base. The municipality has a Representative Town Meeting form of government, with a five-member elected Select Board who appoints a Town Manager to serve as the Chief Executive Officer. Town departments include Public Works, Police, Fire, Library, Public Health, Park & Recreation, Aging Services, Youth and Family Services, Treasury, Tax collection, Tax assessing, Finance, IT, Human Resources and more!

The Town of Needham is a professionally run organization that is committed to creating an inclusive culture where employees can perform at the highest levels. Our employees are dedicated to their work and rely on each other as a team to ensure that Needham remains a place where engaged and committed people want to live, work and play.

The total offer will feature a comprehensive benefits package, which may include (depending on position):

Competitive Compensation
Flexible Work Options
Early Release Fridays at 12:30 pm (position dependent)
12.5 Paid Holidays
Generous Family and Medical Leave (employee group specific)
Retirement Plan: Contributory Defined Benefit Pension Plan (mandatory participation)
457b Deferred Compensation Plan, Pre-tax or Roth with Employer Contribution Match (voluntary participation)
Access to Rosemary Recreation Complex Pool during Summer months
Access to Recycling and Solid Waste facility
Free Library Card with Needham Free Public Library (part of the Minuteman Library Network)
Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance
Health Savings Account with an Eligible Health Insurance Plan
Flexible Spending Account for Health Care and Dependent Care
Dental and Vision Coverage
Basic and Optional Life Insurance Coverage
Paid Personal and Vacation Leave
Employer Paid Non-Occupational Sick Leave
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program which includes mental health, financial education, legal referrals, and much more
Employer-paid training opportunities, such as courses for municipal finance and leadership; conference or trade show attendance; paid memberships to professional organizations
Tuition Assistance and Paid Professional Development Opportunities
Qualified Employer for the Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging and Free Parking

Agency Information

Employer: Town of Needham
Address: 1471 Highland Ave

Needham, Massachusetts, 02492
Phone: 781-455-7500 x 71507
Website: http://Needhamma.gov