assessment analyst

Position is open until Friday, January 16, 2026, at 4:30 PM EST

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This is responsible clerical, skilled and technical work in the Assessor's Office.

The work involves responsibility for carrying out various functions pertaining to real estate, personal property and motor vehicles valuation for tax purposes. Duties include reading and interpreting deeds, filing, copying, counter work, answering phones and responding in a responsible manner, determine values for real property, personal property and motor vehicles utilizing CT standard valuation practices, and typing and maintaining a variety of records related to the daily functions of the Assessor's Office. This position also has the responsibility for making complex routine clerical decisions. The work requires that the employee have good knowledge, skill and ability in standard office procedures, Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal, office equipment and dealing with the public.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Assessor and receives functional supervision from the Assistant Assessor and Assessment Analyst II.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Accesses computer programs to find and provide assessment information to the public both on the telephone and in person regarding their assessment questions.

Performs field inspections of real and personal property as needed. Updates real and personal property information in the CAMA system and reviews the resulting value. Creates income & expense card for specific properties.

Reads and interprets deeds in order to process real estate transfers filed with the City Clerk's Office into the Assessor's Office Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal Software (CAMA) System. Searches deed transfers, identifies properties and makes changes to property record cards.

Sorts, dates and stamps incoming correspondence and other materials in accordance with well- defined procedures.

Prorates to an exactly calculable factor the assessed value of motor vehicles.

Makes adjustments to motor vehicle Grand List after verifying that the proper "proof" has been provided.

Participates in the processing of various reports such as the State of Connecticut Sales Ratio report that must be filed with the state monthly.

Assists taxpayers in determining their eligibility for variety of tax relief, abatement or adjustment programs. Accepts applications for these programs and provides assistance in completing these applications when needed.

Maintains the elderly and veterans database in the administrative software.

Accepts personal property declarations and Income & Expense Forms.

Provides assistance in completing applications and/or forms as needed.

Types routine correspondence in response to taxpayer inquiries as well as interoffice communications when so directed. Scan real estate documents and attach and/or save to the corresponding property utilizing appropriate computer system.

Provides clerical assistance to Board of Assessment Appeals.

Participates in preparation of city-wide mailings. Files record cards, tax-exemption applications and other correspondence and documents.

NONESSENTIAL DUTIES

None.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to exercise independent judgment, initiative, accuracy and confidentiality based upon the fiscal policies of the City and the Connecticut General Statutes.

Ability to discover, read and/or interpret maps and communicate findings.

Ability to discover, list and value any/all new real estate construction and/or renovations.

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of commercial, industrial and residential property valuation.

Some knowledge of the principles and practices of property valuation and assessment.

Some knowledge of data processing technology, operations, systems, modern office procedures, practices, administration and equipment.

Good skills in the use of a computer Assisted Mass Appraisal Software System or personal computer for word processing, database or spreadsheet applications, operating a calculator, copy machine, telephone system, fax machine and postage machine.

Ability to work accurately with names, numbers, colors, codes and/or symbols.

Good ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction.

Good ability to communicate effectively orally, via telephone or in person. Good ability to make arithmetic computations speedily and accurately.

Considerable ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, public officials, agencies, superiors, associates and the general public.

Ability to learn and make decisions in accordance with assessment laws, ordinances, regulations and established policies and procedures.

Ability to organize and prioritize work.

QUALIFICATIONS

A high school diploma plus three years of progressively responsible skilled, technical experience required in an Assessor's Office or revaluation company including public contact. Two years of field inspection of real and/or personal property required. An equivalent combination of education and experience which would provide a demonstrated ability to perform the duties of the position may be considered.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Calculator, typewriter, computer, copier, map machine, telephone system, fax machine, postage machine and mail sorter.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk and listen. The employee is frequently required to, walk, climb; use hands and fingers when operating a computer and calculator; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Employee must be able to hear, read and comprehend instructions and to effectively present information in one to one situations with members of the general public and other employees of the organization. This position also requires the ability to apply common sense understanding in carrying out detailed but standardized responsibilities involving occasional or no variables.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee

encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work is conducted in a typical office setting as well as outside in the field. The working conditions in the office has virtually no disagreeable features. The employee is exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee may be exposed to odorous, wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the inside work environment is generally quiet, but during tax period may be moderately noisy. The noise level in the work environment while outside may be loud.

Important Information

In order to be considered applicants must demonstrate on their application that they meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement.

You must reside within the City of Norwich 60 miles from Norwich within one year of appointment.

Examination will consist of 100% written.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Disclaimer

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change

Exempt : No

Type : FT Employee

Department : Assessor

Location : DEFAULT