Assistant to the Assessor

Assistant to the Assessor

The City of South Portland is currently seeking a full time (37.5 hour per week) Assistant to the Assessor to join our team of professionals in the Finance Department. The office currently follows a 4-day workweek (Monday-Thursday).

This position reports to the Assessor and has no direct reports.

Position Summary: This position is responsible for maintaining a strict calendar for completing various administrative tasks within the Assessing Department including organizing and maintaining various physical and digital office records; processing real property transfers, tax exemption applications, and other documents; and performing selected technical and administrative assessing functions. In all aspects of this job, the incumbent establishes, provides, and solidifies outstanding customer service to the public. As an agency of city government, the Assessing Department has a direct responsibility to the City administration and to South Portland’s citizens.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent supplemented by advanced training in Assessing, Bookkeeping, Bank Telling, and/or Accounting required. Assessing-related experience, including reading deeds, understanding the nature of real estate, or prior municipal experience is preferred.

Experience: Three (3)-years of related experience. Any equivalent combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered. Must be proficient with computer applications, preferably municipal applications mentioned herein.

Must possess and maintain a Maine State Class C driver’s license throughout employment.

Benefits: The City of South Portland offers competitive pay and a robust selection of employee benefits, including an excellent health plan with affordable family coverage, matched retirement options, dental, vision, life, income protection, long term disability, flexible spending accounts and more. The City also offers health insurance “payment-in-lieu” and professional development opportunities. We currently offer thirteen (13) paid holidays, fifteen (15) sick days and two (2) personal days annually, and vacation commensurate with relevant experience. The City has a flexible work schedule for this department, including being closed on Fridays; other changes to enhance employee benefits are pending. The City of South Portland is proud of its talented and dedicated workforce and provides employees with job stability; a positive, family friendly workplace where work/life needs are recognized; and the support, encouragement, and tools for successful careers. The City of South Portland values diversity and inclusion in the workplace and embraces sustainable operations. Come join our team dedicated to service excellence!

Job description is available on our website at www.southportland.org.

Starting salary range $24.58/hour to $28.02 ($47,931 to $54,639 annualized), depending on experience. The position is eligible for annual step increases, and possible annual cost of living increases as approved by the City Council.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. A first round of interviews will be determined for all who apply by Tuesday, October 3rd.

To apply you may email a cover letter and resume to apply@southportland.org

You may also file an application using our fillable pdf at https://www.southportland.org/departments/human-resources/job-opportunities/

You may also mail a resume with cover letter and three professional references to:

City of South Portland

Holly Greenleaf, Employee Relations Manager

25 Cottage Rd

South Portland, ME 04106

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.58 - $28.02 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

• South Portland, ME 04106: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred)
• Microsoft Powerpoint: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $28