Assessment Systems Manager

City of New Haven

Within Local 3144 Range 8: $89,749 annualized

United States, Connecticut, New Haven

165 Church Street (Show on map)

Apr 05, 2025

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

This is an administrative position having responsibility for the coordination and maintenance of unified departmental information systems. Duties are performed independently and are reviewed through conferences and reports to the Assessor.

Internal only - open only to current City of New Haven & BOE employees meeting minimum requirements.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Centralizes all data currently contained in each inspectional division and works with the data collection and processing divisions to design an efficient system of collection and dissemination.
Coordinates the maintenance of all records maintained by the Assessor and required by state statute, including the standardization of departmental records.
Analyzes assessment data and assists in preparation of required state reports.
Monitors the activity of the exemption database including but not limited to tracking personal exemptions for the blind, disabled, elderly and veterans, facilitating the removal and addition of exemptions for property which has changed in use and annually reviewing assessment deferrals already in place.
Manages data in a personal computer environment utilizing Microsoft Office and other standard software, as well as industry specific appraisal software.
Performs statistical tests on data to prepare predictions of impact on assessment programs.
Reviews and revises audit procedures which may at times require physical inspection of personal property on site at the subject location..
Evaluates all programs run by the office and assesses their impact on the departmental and general City budget
Performs related work as required including special projects as needed.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with major course work in business administration, public administration or any relevant discipline with a focus on financial applications.

Minimum of one year's experience which must be in an administrative position including work with financial operations encompassing the day to day use of personal computers; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides for the following knowledge, abilities and skills:

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Considerable knowledge of and skill in the use of personal computers.
Knowledge of the types and availability of pre-packaged industry software and the ability to evaluate and apply to office needs.
Knowledge of CT state laws, statutes regulations and principles governing the assessment of property.
Knowledge of administrative analysis/research techniques and of the sources and availability of information.
Familiarity with the periodic process of revaluation in the state of CT.
Ability to design and conduct research and to prepare reports.
Ability to express ideas clearly and effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
Certified Connecticut Municipal Assessor (CCMA) designation preferred but not required.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Internal only - open only to current City of New Haven & BOE employees meeting minimum requirements. Must be a current City of New Haven or BOE employee.

SALARY, BARGAINING UNIT & TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This is a General Fund, "Tested" position.

This position is included in a collective bargaining agreement with Local 3144, American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees.

Bargaining agreements available to review HERE.

General Funded hires into this class are not covered by Social Security and will not pay Social Security taxes. They instead participate in the City Pension; the employee contribution rate is 10% of pay.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a 90-day probationary period.

Selection Plan

Applications will be reviewed by the Department of Human Resources. Applicants must demonstrate within their submission that they meet the minimum requirements as listed within the job description; failure to do so may result in disqualification. Applicants meeting minimum requirements may be invited to participate in a Civil Service exam process at a later date.

It is critical that you complete the application thoroughly, as the information you provide will be used to ascertain if you are eligible to move forward in the selection process. Your application and resume should indicate that you meet the minimum requirements as listed. This information may be used to determine the eligibility list. As such, this job announcement should be considered the exam announcement, and submissions may be evaluated prior to the posted closing date.

Information regarding the employment and selection process can be found HERE.

Please note that the only method of communication with applicants for this position will be by email. You must provide a valid, working email address and you will need to monitor your email, including spam/junk folders, for correspondence from the New Haven Human Resources Department.

We reserve the right to extend an application deadline or close a job posting early to ensure we can attract and identify the best candidate(s) for a position.

Conclusion

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