Deputy Director The mission of the Assessing Department is to accurately assess property and provide prompt and courteous responses to requests for service from the public. We collect all property tax data and maintain records of property ownership in Boston. We're also in charge of tax billing for motor vehicle excise and boat excise taxes. The Deputy Director reports to the Director of the Valuation or designee and assists the Director in the overall management of operations and determines the valuation of all taxable real estate and personal property in the City of Boston.
Responsibilities:
Supervises collection, maintenance, and reporting of real estate market data for commercial purposes, including sales, rents, expenses, and capitalization rates.
Develops valuation standards (cost and income tables, market rents, expense allowances, capitalization rates, etc.) for commercial property.
Selects, trains, and supervises staff.
Conducts and directs administrative projects involving valuation operations and coordination with the Board of Review.
Assists in the development of strategies and recommendations concerning determination and reduction of abatement liability.
Analyzes and evaluates systems relating to valuation and research functions.
Organizes and implements projects to improve division operations and the handling of abatement cases.
Performs complex statistical analysis; interprets and implements government policies, ordinances, statutes, and regulations; formulates office policies, procedures, and rules.
Carries out special projects.
Represents the department in interdepartmental meetings and public events.
Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Entrance Qualifications:
At least four (4) years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in assessment administration or a related field within a large jurisdiction of which two (2) years must have been in a supervisory capacity. A bachelor's degree in business, public administration or a related field is preferred and may be substituted for two (2) years of the required experience. There is no substitution for supervisory experience. Professional designation - MAA, CMA, CAE (Mass. Accredited Assessor, Certified Mass. Assessor, Certified Assessment Evaluator) or more advanced designation preferred. Thorough knowledge of valuation methodology, CAMA systems (computer-assisted mass appraisal) and assessment operations and research is highly preferred. Ability to analyze and manage data required. Demonstrated administrative and project management skills required. Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills required. Ability to train, motivate, and supervise staff. Demonstrated teamwork and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to meet complex operational goals in required time frames preferred. Demonstrated ability in the proficient use of various computer software programs, including Microsoft Word for Windows, Excel and Access, and other software applications preferred. Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job. BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIREDTerms: Union/Salary Plan/Grade: SENA/MM1-9 Hours per week: 35 Supplemental Information Terms: Union/Grade: SENA/MM1-9Hours per week: 35
Benefits:
At the City of Boston, we provide our employees with a wide array of benefits and resources that foster both their professional and personal development. Our goal is to make City government a place where everyone is empowered to make a positive impact for the communities in which we live, work, and play. For full-time positions, employees may be eligible for the following benefits depending on the nature of their employment and applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for the position. View the Collective Bargaining Agreements page to learn more. Benefits Available to City Workers Retirement & Savings Opportunities: Membership in the Boston Retirement System (BRS), a benefit pension plan providing lifetime income to vested employees when they retire, along with deferred compensation options to help you build a secure future. Health Insurance & Benefits: The City offers competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus flexible spending (FSA), dependent care accounts, and life insurance for our employees.
Other Benefits:
City employees enjoy a benefits package featuring paid time off and leave, subsidized transit (MBTA and Bluebikes), educational assistance, and employee wellness programs.
Salary information:
To view salary plans and understand how salaries work at the City of Boston, go to boston.gov/salary. Part-time employees who are scheduled to work for 20 hours or more per week may also be eligible for benefits on a pro-rated basis. Please refer to the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) to learn more about any benefits available for this position. If you have any questions about the benefits offered for this position, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 617-635-3370 or ohr@boston.gov.
