What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Clerk - Assessing position at Town of Falmouth?
Please apply through the Town of Falmouth Employment Opportunities website: https://www.falmouthma.gov/723/EmploymentCurrent-Job-Openings
The Town of Falmouth seeks a highly motivated administrative professional to be our next full-time Administrative Clerk for our Assessing Department. The successful candidate has strong administrative and clerical experience in a professional office setting, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent customer service skills. This is a full-time, benefited position that works on-site 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Under the direction of the Director of Assessing, our Administrative Clerks perform the following functions: create and maintain files for taxable, exempt, and personal property ownership records from property sales and deeds; obtain updated information from the Registry of Deeds; process real estate and personal property abatements; submit warrants and commitments to the Town Collector and Town Accountant; process betterment payments; and maintain an exempt property list, including all charitable organizations responsible for filing (Chapter land and 3ABC).
This position also creates and maintains address files and commitment sheets for automobile and boat tax; works with the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles to process requests for abatement of motor vehicle excise tax; maintains town boat files and processes boat warrants and abatements; receives applications for exemptions, investigates and reviews the applications, determines eligibility, and then processes the exemptions; creates and maintains state exemption reports; processes and files reports with DOR and Division of Local Services for exemption reimbursement; prepares and submits the department’s accounts payable; maintains the departmental budget; and provides relevant department information to the public.
Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent with courses in office procedures and business practices; two (2) years of experience involving customer service, administrative work, and record-keeping or related fields; or any equivalent combination of education, training, or experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
The successful candidate has strong Microsoft Office skills with particular emphasis on Excel. The ideal candidate has the ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy, to deal tactfully and appropriately with the general public and other town departments, and strong organizational skills. Once employed, the successful candidate must pass the Massachusetts Association of Assessing Officers Course 200: Principles of Assessing Procedures.
Expected Starting Range: Step 1 ($25.65/hour) – Step 3 ($27.75/hour), commensurate with qualifications and experience, with room to grow along the 7-step pay scale. Comprehensive benefits package, including 13 paid holidays per year; vacation/sick/personal paid time off; professional development opportunities; Town contribution of up to 75% of the cost of health insurance; cost-effective dental, vision, life insurance, and disability policy plans; enrollment in the Town’s defined benefit pension plan; and voluntary pre-tax and Roth 457(b) plans.
Preference Date to Apply: Monday, February 3, 2025 by 4:30 pm. The position will remain open until filled, but candidates who apply by the above date and time will be given preference over later applications. Candidates are encouraged to upload a cover letter and resume with their application.
The Town of Falmouth is proud to be an EEO/AA employer. Applicants must have the ability to effectively work and interact with individuals and groups of various abilities, cultures, backgrounds, and identities.
Please apply through the Town of Falmouth Employment Opportunities website: https://www.falmouthma.gov/723/EmploymentCurrent-Job-Openings
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.65 - $27.75 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26 - $28
