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The Town of Brookline is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Assistant Assessor - Residential/Commercial to join our team. As a key member of our Assessment Department, you will be responsible for performing complex administrative, professional, and supervisory work in analyzing valuation data.

• Analyze real estate market conditions and trends to determine valuation data.
• Collect and review data from various sources, including the Planning Board, Building Inspector, and Housing Authority.
• Identify exempt property and review applications for abatement and exemption of property tax.
• Supervise and review the statutory filings of the elderly, widows, and veterans to determine eligibility and appropriateness.
• Assist with field functions in valuing residential, commercial, industrial properties.
• Supervise, coordinate, and review personal property valuation.
• Prepare and supply information and support material for the annual classification meeting with the Board of Assessors and the Board of Selectmen.
• Participate in posting, balancing, and reconciling valuations in setting the tax rate, prior to state certification.
• Direct field inspectors and assign neighborhood responsibilities.
• Supervise, operate, and maintain data systems for the department.
• Review and process applications for abatement and exemption of property tax to determine eligibility.
• Compile and prepare comparative cost and sales studies.
• Provide information and assistance to property owners and other regarding the town's assessment policies and procedures.
• Maintain the office procedures manual.
• Assist in certifying lists of abutters for various boards and officials as requested.
• Work with other department staff on special research projects as directed.

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field plus three to five years of appraising/assessing experience.
• Massachusetts Accredited Assessor (MAA) designation or eligibility for designation within two years of employment.
• A valid motor vehicle operator's license.

• Working knowledge of Massachusetts' laws relating to municipal finance and property assessment for tax purposes.
• Familiarity with alternative formulas for determining assessment of various types of property.
• Aptitude for working with numbers and details.
• Knowledge of mapping procedures.
• Working knowledge of computer-assisted mass appraisal system.
• Knowledge of abatement and exemption procedures.

The salary range for this position is $90,144 - $101,994 DOQ with excellent benefits. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a challenging opportunity, please apply with your resume and cover letter.