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The town of Acushnet is accepting applications for a Principal Assessor. This position works under the general administrative direction of the Board of Assessors. The Principal Assessor oversees the town’s assessing functions in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, Department of Revenue requirements, and direction of the Board of Assessors.
The Principal Assessor is responsible for determining the total value of all real and personal property within the town on an annual basis and committing real estate, personal property, excise amounts to the Tax Collector to produce tax bills for the town. They will bring demonstrated experience in property valuation, proficiency with assessing systems and Massachusetts assessing laws, and the ability to interpret complex data with accuracy and consistency.
This is a salaried position with compensation between $65,000 and $70,000. Department hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., with evening and weekend hours as necessary.