Deputy Assessor

Maine’s premier City to work and live is becoming Maine’s premier municipal employer - welcome to Biddeford, Maine, where citizens are proud of their community and employees thrive!

The City of Biddeford, a beautiful, resurgent, coastal Maine community, is seeking dynamic people to join our award-winning team of professionals. As an employee in one of Maine’s youngest communities, you can become part of a team that is guiding its economic revival. You will need to be highly motivated, talented, with a strong desire to make a difference in the daily lives of citizens.

The City of Biddeford greatly values employee wellness and work/life balance. Many of our positions, including all positions in City Hall, have a four-day, 40-hour work week (Fridays off!) with flexible scheduling and remote opportunities one day per week.

Responsibilities

• Property Valuation & Data Analysis: Conduct assessments of residential, commercial, and industrial parcels within the City, gather data regarding building permits and property grades, and conduct all field inspections to identify any factors that influence property values
• Valuation Determination: Utilize appraisal methods and assessment techniques to determine property values in accordance with state and local regulations
• Documentation and Reporting: Work with the Assessor to prepare detailed reports that ensure compliance (i.e. Tax commitments, MVR, and turnaround document)
• Customer Service: Respond to inquiries from property owners, real estate professionals, and the public regarding property assessments, valuation methods, and tax liabilities
• Assessment Review: Assist in the review and analysis of assessment appeals, providing supporting documentation and expert testimony as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, Public Administration, or equivalent experience or field-related education
• Skills:

o Strong analytical and quantitative skills

o Proficiency in using assessment software and databases

o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

o Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

o Attention to detail and accuracy in data collection and analysis

• Skilled in Microsoft Office and GIS software programs
• Must have a valid Class C Driver’s License
• A willingness to demonstrate a commitment to the City of Biddeford's work around diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in property assessment, real estate appraisal, or related field preferred
• Familiarity with appraisal techniques, property tax laws, and assessment practices is advantageous
• Certified Maine Assessor, or willingness to complete coursework certification within 12 months
• Preference given to candidates with experience in Vision CAMA

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Biddeford’s mission is to cultivate and sustain a diverse, inclusive, equitable, welcoming, and belonging-based workplace where employees actively practice solidarity for the greater good of the work environment and employee experience.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the City of Biddeford shall employ, develop, and work to maintain the best qualified person(s) available without discrimination to: age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, dimensions of gender, disability, citizenship, veterans’ status, ancestry, national origin, and/or political affiliation or any other status protected by law.

Equitable access to services and employment is available and those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for this application and/or the interview process should notify the Deputy Human Resources Director at 207.286.0589.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $82,000.00 - $102,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Non-CDL Class C (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Biddeford, ME 04005 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Biddeford, ME 04005: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Biddeford, ME 04005

Salary : $82,000 - $102,000