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NEW YORK CITY

         

City of New York

DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE

 Job Vacancy Notice

RE-POST

 

Civil Service Title:  City Assessor

 

Level   1

 

Title Code No:  40202

 

Salary:  $48,278 / $55,520 - $63,166      
Frequency: Annual                

 

Office Title:  City  Assessor

 

Work location:   City of New York

 

Division/Work Unit: Tax Policy & Planning – Property Valuation

 

Number of Positions:  6

 

Hours/Shift: Unless otherwise indicated, all positions require a five-day workweek.

 

Agency Tracking #: 96444

Job Description

The Property Division is seeking entry-level City Assessors to work on valuation teams to physically examine and assess (using the three approaches to value real property: income, cost, sales). 

Assessors are required to conduct field inspections in the boroughs to collect data on each parcel assigned to them, including new buildings, alterations, demolitions, and map changes.  Assessors analyze income and expense data, leases, and construction costs along with interpreting maps, surveys, building plans, drawings, and photographs to determine the value.

Assignments may be in any of the Property Division’s offices located in the five boroughs.

NOTE:  These positions require extensive field work and travel within the five boroughs of New York City, via public transportation.  Assessors are required to visit property sites that may have irregular topography and to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions.  These positions routinely involve walking and standing for long periods, as well as reaching, bending, going up and down steps, and carrying work-related materials. 

 

Qualification Requirements

For F                                                                             For State Board Certification

These qualification requirements apply to City Assessor (40202) positions listed by ORPS as subject to the state board of real property assessors certification requirement and may be modified to be consistent with changes in subpart 188-8 of The Real Property Assessor Rules.

 1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and four years of satisfactory full-time experience in an occupation involving the valuation of real property, such as assessor, appraiser, valuation data manager, real property appraisal aide or the like. To be credited the experience must have been primarily gained in the performance of one or more of the following tasks: collection and recording of property inventory data, preparation of comparable sales analysis reports, preparation of signed valuation or appraisal estimates or reports using cost, income or market data approaches to value. Mere listing of real property for potential sale, or preparation of asking prices for real estate for potential sale, using multiple listing reports or other published asking prices is not qualifying experience; or

2. Graduation from an accredited two-year college and three years of the experience described in paragraph “1” above; or

3. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of the experience described in paragraph “1” above; or

4. Education and/or experience equivalent to “1”, “2” or “3” above. A written commitment from the county director that the county will provide training in assessment administration, approved by the State Board, within a six-month period may be substituted for six months of the required experience. However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and at least 18 months of satisfactory full-time related experience.

5.To be eligible for state board certification, employees must complete the basic course of training described below:

(a)        The basic course of training shall include the following components:

(1)        assessment administration (New York City);

(2)        fundamentals of data collection;

(3)        fundamentals of real property appraisals;

(4)        income approach to valuation;

(5)        advanced income approach to valuation;

(6)        ethics;

(7)        fundamentals of mass appraisal; and

(8)        computer assisted mass appraisal modeling

(b)       Successful completion of the basic course of training shall be demonstrated by fulfilling the requirements for all required components and passing all of the prescribed examinations for the components. However, the state board may, in its discretion, waive any of the courses of training or may certify without examination any assessor provided that person is:

(i)         A member of the Institute of Assessing Officers of the New York State Assessor’s Association or is a member of the American Institute of Real Estate Appraisers; or

(ii)        Designated as a Senior Real Property Appraiser by the Society of Real Estate Appraisers; or

(iii)       Designated a certified assessment evaluator or an accredited assessment evaluator by the International Association of Assessing Officers.

            (c)        State board certification must be maintained for the duration of employment.      Continuing education courses may be required to maintain State board certification.

NOTE:  Appointments to City Assessor positions under State Board Qualification Requirements shall be subject to a two year probationary period. Employees shall be required to obtain certification by the state board of real property assessors to satisfactorily complete probation.

 

Preferred Skills

  • Experience in the valuation of both commercial and residential property using a computerized mass appraisal system in a large governmental jurisdiction
  • Knowledge of and facility with geographic information systems and aerial photography systems
  • Experience using property tax maps
  • Familiarity with Article 18 of New York Real Property Tax Law
  • Excellent quantitative skills
  • Ability to research and analyze data
  • Knowledge of and facility with basic computer systems, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access.  

Appointment to this title must comply with the City’s residency requirement
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

To Apply, send resume and cover letter, indicating JVN# to :

Employee Services Helpline
66 John Street, 9th Floor
New York, NY 10038
EmployeeHelp@finance.nyc.gov

Post Date:  12/29/2011

Post Until: Filled

JVN: 836-2012-96444

 

       

The City of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer

       

Posted 12 Jan 12

       
         

WESTCHESTER COUNTY

SOLE ASSESSOR

         

SALARY: COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE

       

The Town of Ossining is accepting resumes for the full-time position of Sole Assessor. This is professional work in the valuation for assessment of real property for tax purposes and the preparation of an annual assessment roll.  This position receives its direction from two authorities- functional and administrative. Functional authority is derived from New York State Real Property Tax laws and regulations with day-to-day advisory service provided by the Director of Westchester County Office of Real Property Tax Services. Administrative authority is derived from the Town Board with day-to-day immediate supervision provided by the Town Supervisor. This position is appointed by the Town Board for a six-year term coinciding with the periodicity of appointment of sole assessor as articulated in Real Property Tax regulation. Prior to appointment, incumbent must sign performance agreement that defines the terms and conditions of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, Attributes Preferred: Functional knowledge, expertise and authorization to use the NYS Real Property System. Completion of both initial and subsequent annual training requirements held by New York State Department of Taxation and Finance’s Office of Real Property Tax Services. Sufficient expertise in mathematics and the English language to effectively compute and articulate concepts, situations, opportunities, risks, solutions and answers to the public, municipality, county and New York State.

Must have: no felony or misdemeanor convictions that would prevent bonding; own means of lawful transportation; NYS Department of Motor Vehicles driver’s license. The successful candidate will also be required to attend weekly evening work sessions as necessary.

Required Experience: IAO Professional Designation and B.S. degree required, with a minimum of five years local government experience in New York State. 

If you are interested, please submit a resume and letter of interest to Susanne Donnelly, Supervisor, at the above address or via e-mail at sdonnelly@townofossining.com  or via fax at (914) 762-0833 by January 25, 2012.

 

       

The Town of Ossining is an Equal Opportunity Employer                                                               DATED:  January 6, 2012                                        This is an exempt position (A Civil Service examination is not required)

 

       

Posted 9 Jan 12

 

       


 

WESTCHESTER COUNTY

SOLE ASSESSOR

 

The Town of Yorktown in Westchester County is seeking a full-time qualified individual to serve as Sole Appointed Assessor to complete the remainder of an unexpired term that runs until 9/30/2013. Candidates must meet minimum qualification standards as set by New York State Rules and Regulations. The Town of Yorktown contains 14,390 parcels which include residential, condos, commercial, agricultural, waterfront, industrial and vacant parcels. Candidates should have work experience in larger municipalities and possess good interpersonal communication skills. Position includes data collection and valuation of all real property located within the Town, exemptions and special district administrative processing and oversight of office staff. Candidates should have full knowledge of real property appraisal practices and procedures, excellent computer skills with working knowledge of PAS, ACI, Excel and Word. Position available immediately. Salary commensurate with experience. Please send résumé and salary expectations by January 31, 2012 to:

Human Resources Department
Town of Yorktown
363 Underhill Ave
Yorktown Heights, NY 10598


Or Fax: 914-962-0326

Or E-Mail: Mgspurning@yorktownny.org
 

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

 

Posted 20 Dec 11


 

ORANGE COUNTY

SOLE ASSESSOR

 

The Town of Newburgh is looking to fill the vacant position of Sole Assessor.  The Town of Newburgh is looking for a highly technical and administrative professional, who will be responsible for evaluation and assessment of property within the Township for taxation purposes.  The Town of Newburgh is approximately fifty two square miles and contains approximately 13,272 parcels.

Job Description:

High-level management position reporting directly to the Supervisor of the Town and Town Board.  Responsible for the management and supervision of the Town’s real property valuation, equalization and assessment administration.

The work includes valuing complex real property within the Town to determine market value and establishing tentative and final assessments.  Additional work includes maintaining Sewer Rolls with entries supplied by the Town Engineer and Town Board and the Supervisor’s Office.

This position requires advanced knowledge in the principles and practices of real estate valuation, strong administrative skills, and daily contact with the public.  Current knowledge of New York State’s Real Property Tax Law is an asset.

Candidates with a Professional designation IAO, CAE or New York Department of State appraisal certification General or Residential plus a demonstrated ability in MS Word, Access, and knowledge of the NYS Real Property System, V4 preferred.

Qualification:

Bachelors Degree and experience involving the valuation of real property, with related supervisory capacity.

OR

Associate Degree and two years experience involving the valuation of real property, with related supervisory capacity.

OR

Graduation from high school and seven years experience involving the valuation of real property with two in a supervisory capacity.

Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications set by NYS Rules and Regulation section 188-2.2 prior to being appointed.

Send resume to:

Town of Newburgh
Attention:  Personnel Department
1496 Rt. 300
Newburgh, NY 12550
 

Posted 20 Dec 11


 

CITY OF NEW HAVEN, CT

CITY ASSESSOR

 

The City of New Haven, one of Connecticut’s largest urban centers representing a major hub for business activity, architecture, culture and entertainment is seeking an exceptional individual for the position of City Assessor. This is a critical position that offers the right candidate the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the future growth of the City.

The City Assessor is appointed by the Mayor, and is responsible for the management and administration of the Tax Assessor’s office which includes directing specialized work in the evaluation and assessment of real and personal property for the City of New Haven. Work involves responsibility for the operation of the Office of Assessments, and determination of the tax assessment in accordance with laws, rules and regulations governing the assessment of property. The ideal candidate will have broad experience in the work of assessing properties. Position requires thorough knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations, and principals governing the assessment of real and personal property taxes, as well as the ability to confer with taxpayers in conjunction with appraisers in questions of evaluation and make final determination of assessment.  Strong technological experience a plus. The candidate must be a certified municipal assessor pursuant to section 12-40a of the Connecticut General Statutes. If not already a New Haven resident, the selected candidate must commit to living in the City of New Haven within six months after being appointed.

To Apply:

Resume and letter of interest should be sent to:
 

Stephen J. Librandi
Manager of Human Resources
200 Orange Street, Room 102
New Haven, CT 06510

Applications accepted until position filled.  For more info, call (203) 946-8252; or visit website www.cityofnewhaven.com.  Applications & job descriptions available at the Dept. of Human Resources, 200 Orange Street, 1st floor, New Haven, CT 06510, Monday-Friday, 9 A.M. to 5 P.M.  Resumes may be mailed to above address, faxed to (203) 946-7166, or emailed to NHJOBS@newhavenct.net in Word or RTF format. Include job title in subject line.

 

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City Of New Haven is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities and persons with disabilities.

 
 

Posted 20 Dec 11


 

MADISON COUNTY

SOLE ASSESSOR

 

The Town of Hamilton is seeking a part-time qualified individual to serve as sole assessor.  The remainder of the unexpired term runs until 9/30/2013.  Candidates must meet minimum qualifications as set by New York State Rules and Regulations.  The Town currently has 2332 parcels which includes two non-assessing villages.  The Town of Hamilton consists of residential, commercial, and agricultural type properties. Duties include data collection and valuation of real property and exemption and special district administration.  The position requires a minimum of 6 hours per week at the Town Office.  The candidate should have excellent RPSV4, excel and property valuation knowledge.  NYS assessor certification preferred.  Interested candidates should submit resume and salary expectations by January 6, 2012 to:

Town of Hamilton Supervisor
16 Broad Street
Hamilton, New York 13346
 
townofhamilton16@yahoo.com
315-283-3126
 

Posted 12 Dec 11


 

ERIE COUNTY

SOLE ASSESSOR
Shared Service Municipal Agreement

 

The Town of Tonawanda and the City of Tonawanda, in Erie County, New York, are seeking a full-time qualified individual to serve as Town/City Assessor under a Shared Services Municipal Agreement. Duties and responsibilities include: collection and valuation of all real property located in the both the Town and City of Tonawanda, exemption and special district administration, preparation of the annual assessment roll and direction and oversight of office staff. The combined Town and City parcel count is approximately 35,300± parcels of property.

Minimum qualifications: graduation from high school or possession of an accredited high school equivalency diploma and 1) two (2) years of satisfactory full-time paid experience in an occupation involving the valuation of real property, or 2) graduation from an accredited two-year college and one (1) year of the above referenced experience, or 3) graduation from an accredited four-year college and six (6) months of the above referenced experience, or 4) graduation from an accredited four year college, or certification by the New York State Office of Real Property Tax Services (Board). The candidate must be approved as qualified by the Board as determined through its “Application For Qualifications Review” and the Erie County and City of Tonawanda Civil Service Commission.

Residency in either municipality within six (6) months of appointment while preferred is not a requirement for the position.  Position will become available February 1, 2012. Please send resume and salary expectations and history by December 16, 2011 to:

Town of Tonawanda Personnel Department
Attn: Assessor’s Position
291 Ensminger Road
Tonawanda, New York 14150

or email to cnaughton@tonawanda.ny.us

 
The Town of Tonawanda and the City of Tonawanda are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employers
 
Anthony F. Caruana, Supervisor, Town of Tonawanda
Ronald J. Pilozzi, Mayor, City of Tonawanda
 

 Posted 5 Dec 11


 

DUTCHESS COUNTY

Sole Assessor

 

The Town of Pleasant Valley is seeking a full-time (Possibly Part Time) qualified individual to serve as sole appointed assessor. The remainder of the unexpired term runs until 9/30/2013. Candidates must meet minimum qualifications as set by New York State Rules and Regulations. The Assessor position will be responsible for the annual update of 3,550+ parcels. The Town of Pleasant Valley consists of residential, commercial, and agricultural type properties. Candidates should have excellent interpersonal skills, RPSV4, excel and property valuation knowledge. NYS assessor certification preferred. Interested candidates should submit resume and salary expectations by November 18th  to:

 

Town of Pleasant Valley Supervisor

1554 Main Street

Pleasant Valley, NY 12569

 

Posted 8 Nov 11


 

MONROE COUNTY

Sole Assessor

 

The Town of Chili is seeking a full-time qualified individual to serve as sole appointed assessor. The remainder of the unexpired term runs until 9/30/2013. Candidates must meet minimum qualifications as set by New York State Rules and Regulations. The Assessor position will be responsible for the annual update of 10,653+ parcels. The Town of Chili consists of residential, commercial, industrial, agricultural and educational type properties. Candidates should have excellent interpersonal skills, RPSV4, excel and property valuation knowledge. NYS assessor certification preferred. Interested candidates should submit resume and salary expectations by October 28 to:

 
Town of Chili Supervisor
3333 Chili Avenue
Rochester, NY 14624
 

Posted 4 Oct 11

 

 


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