STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Municipal Assessment Professional

Recruitment #180817-5864AR-001

Introduction

The Office of Policy and Management (OPM) seeks to fill a full-time, forty (40) hours per week, Municipal Assessment Professional position in the Comprehensive Planning and Intergovernmental Policy Division.  

Applicants are required to upload a resume and cover letter with their submission. Candidates who do not submit the required documents will not be considered.  (Note: In order to upload documents you must ensure that your internet browser's 'pop-up' blocker is off.  Failure to do so may prevent you from being able to upload documentation and submit your application.)  Questions about these required documents should be directed to the hiring agency's human resources office:  Carolyn Kozak, opm.recruitment@ct.gov, (860) 418-6324.

NOTE:  At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. 

Selection Plan

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Carolyn Kozak at opm.recruitment@ct.gov or (860) 418-6324.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Office of Policy and Management (OPM), this class is accountable for performing as a specialist in the processes related to the certification of valuation professionals and valuation/assessment practices in the State of Connecticut.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Facilitates processes for the certification and recertification of professionals and companies to provide valuation services to Connecticut municipalities; maintains and updates OPM administered valuation exams for land/residential, commercial/industrial, personal property and supervisor professional certifications; responds to public inquiries regarding state law as it relates to municipal assessment, revaluation requirements and revenue collection; serves as the OPM designee on the Certified Connecticut Municipal Assessors Committee (CCMA); coordinates information  and the review of CCMA responsibilities with OPM; verifies data pertaining to assessed values used in determining grants to municipalities and for the development of state policy regarding real and personal property taxation; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of the principles and methods of assessing; considerable knowledge of Connecticut statutes relating to property tax assessment and the local levy and collection of taxes; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs and other computer software; some supervisory ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Seven (7) years of technical experience in assisting in the determination of taxability and value of properties for a government jurisdiction or with a private organization engaged in large-scale real estate appraisals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

  1. College training in accounting, business administration, finance, economics, real estate management, math or a closely related field may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years.
  2. A Master’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, economics, real estate management, math or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The preferred candidate will:

  • Possess certification to perform valuation services in the State of Connecticut or Certified Connecticut Municipal Assessor (CCMA) Committee designation and/or
  • Have experience with work related to valuation in a municipal assessment office.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  1. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
  2. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. If you are requesting special accommodations under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) please contact Carolyn Kozak at 860-418-6324 or carolyn.kozak@ct.gov