New 
Assistant Director of Assessing (PDF)
 Town of Lexington | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Lexington | |
| 1625 Massachusetts Avenue (Show on map) | |
 Jul 08, 2026 | |
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Town of Lexington We are currently accepting applications for the full-time position of: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ASSESSING Finance (Assessor) Department Anticipated Hiring Range: $93,982 - $98,211 Excellent benefits package The REQUIRED Town of Lexington application form and cover letter must be received in the Town's Human Resource Department. This position is open until filled. Summary Assists the Director of Assessing in determining the valuation of taxable and exempt property in Lexington, in compliance with Massachusetts State Department of Revenue (DOR) guidelines, as well as with supervising abatements and tax relief programs. Supervises inspection staff. Essential Functions The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. * Supervises direct reports. Hires staff, assigns and reviews work products. Conducts performance reviews. Manages, tracks, and approves leaves of absence. Provides staff training. * Manages residential and commercial property valuation by identifying new growth, performing sales verification and analysis, and residential property inspections. * Defends annual residential assessments and abatements and may attend hearings or provide testimony at the Appellate Tax Board (ATB). * Identifies supplemental tax assessments and prepares calculations to the Comptroller and Treasurer for issuing supplemental tax bills. * Assists the Director with projects including DOR reporting, Town Tax Rate Classification, preparing the annual budget for the Assessor's Office, preparing and evaluating vendor bids. * Attends Board of Assessor (BOA) meetings to present and discuss meeting agenda topics. Assists in preparation and documentation of meeting materials. * Leads, guides, and assists staff in completing duties related to Motor Vehicle Excise abatements, tax exemptions, senior assistance, and tax deferrals. * Creates new property records and updates existing properties and data in the CAMA database. Runs valuation reports and analyzes data and results. Collaborates with vendors and subcontractors on data review and analytics. * Maintains current knowledge of general and local real estate trends in residential and commercial property; applies knowledge and best practice methodologies to establish appropriate market value. Expands and improves knowledge of residential, commercial, industrial and personal property through training and professional development. * Performs other similar or related duties, as required or as situation dictates. Supervision Supervision Scope: Performs varied and responsible functions requiring a working knowledge of departmental operations and Massachusetts Assessors regulations. Exercises judgment and initiative, particularly in situations not clearly defined by precedent or established procedures. Supervision Received: Works under the direct supervision of the Director of Assessing following department rules, regulations, and policies; duties require the ability to plan and perform operations and independently complete assigned tasks, according to prescribed time schedules and deadlines. Supervision Given: Supervises two employees (Residential Field Inspector/Analysts). Recommended Minimum Qualifications Education, Training and Experience Bachelor's degree or equivalent plus 5 years of real estate employment with 3 years of assessing experience, including knowledge of tasks for Assessor's position, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience is required. Computer literacy is required. Expert knowledge of Massachusetts Real Estate Appraisal is preferred. Supervisory experience is preferred. Special Requirements: MA Accredited Assessor designation or MA Appraisal license at the time of hire is required; with the ability to obtain and maintain MA Accredited Assessor designation within one year. Valid Massachusetts driver's license is required Knowledge: Advance knowledge of Mass General Laws, including MGL, Chapter 59, Assessment Valuation and procedures. Expert knowledge of Real Estate Assessing. Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws required for departmental operations. Familiarity with town government and municipal operations that support and/or rely on assessing functions and data. Knowledge of CAMA software database. Proficient knowledge of administrative office practices and procedures. Knowledge of management best practices to guide, lead, hire, evaluate, discipline and train employees. Advanced math skills to create valuations. Ability: Ability to interact appropriately and tactfully with customers. Ability to maintain effective working relationships. Ability to demonstrate understanding of regulations. Ability to understand regional and local real estate conditions and trends. Ability to maintain detailed and accurate records. Ability to demonstrate strong work ethic. Ability to plan, prioritize, self-direct and work independently. Ability to follow detailed timetables and deadlines. Ability to multi-task. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Skills: Excellent customer service and organization skills. Proficient written and verbal communication skills. Proficient computer skills for MS Office Suite applications. CAMA database, GIS, Tax Maps, MLS/Sales and MUNIS preferred. Proficient data entry, database management, report writing, analytical and statistical skills. Job Environment * Work is performed in office environment with moderate noise levels, and frequent interruptions. Frequently work is performed in outdoor weather conditions. Navigates indoor and outdoor landscape and even and uneven terrain. Work is subject to fluctuations, and administrative deadlines. Employee routinely attends evening meetings. * Operates computer, printer, telephone, copier, scanner, and all other standard office equipment. * The employee has frequent contact with the public, external customers, colleagues, real estate brokers, and town department staff. * The employee has access to department and customer confidential information. * Errors could result in delays or loss of service, monetary loss, and legal ramifications. Physical Requirements The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, and communicate by speaking and hearing. Frequently the employee is required to walk, stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and climb or balance. Occasionally the employee is required to stoop, kneel and crouch. The employee must frequently reach with hands and arms and lift and/or move objects weighing up to 10 pounds. The employee seldom must lift and/or move objects weighing up to 30 pounds. Close, distance, color, and peripheral vision to inspect and document property attributes are necessary. Depth perception is necessary. Vision and hearing at or correctable to normal ranges is required. This position requires the ability to operate measurement tools, photography equipment, and the ability to operate a keyboard at efficient speed. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Pay Equity/Equal Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act Employer APPLICATION PROCESS All applicants are required to complete a town application form [Lexington, MA] Employment Application, Resumes may be attached to the application form as additional information, but cannot serve as a substitute for completing the required application form. The Town reserves the right to modify the application deadline, and/or accept applications after the deadline, to best serve the interest of the community. All applications will be reviewed, and the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to one or more interviews. All applicants will be notified of their standing in the process as soon as a decision has been made regarding their individual application. Prior to appointment, the final candidate may be required to pass a CORI check. Individuals who need accommodations in order to participate in this process should contact the Human Resources Department. Questions regarding this hiring process should be addressed to the: Human Resources Department, Town of Lexington Email: jobs@lexingtonma.gov, Phone# (781) 698-4590 1625 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420 | |