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Maine’s premier city to work and live, is becoming Maine’s premier municipal employer!
The City of Biddeford is a vibrant, resurgent coastal community where residents are proud of where they live and employees are proud of the work they do. As one of Maine’s youngest and fastest-growing cities, Biddeford is guiding an exciting period of economic revitalization — and we’re looking for talented professionals who want to make a real impact in public service.

Position Overview
The City of Biddeford is seeking an experienced and highly skilled City Assessor to lead the administration of the municipal assessment function. This position is responsible for the fair, equitable, and legally defensible valuation of all taxable real and personal property in accordance with Maine State Statutes and professionally accepted appraisal practices.
Reporting to the City Manager, the City Assessor performs complex technical, analytical, supervisory, and public-facing work and plays a critical role in ensuring assessment equity, public trust, and fiscal integrity.

Key Responsibilities
The City Assessor will:
 Inspect, review, and appraise residential, commercial, industrial, and personal property in accordance with Maine law and accepted appraisal standards, utilizing cost, income, and market approaches
 Conduct complex income-based, market-based, and cost-based valuations, including analysis of depreciation, functional obsolescence, and economic obsolescence
 Perform accounting, auditing, and financial analysis related to property valuation and assessment equity

 Oversee the preparation, maintenance, and certification of the annual tax commitment and tax roll
 Coordinate abatements, assessment reviews, and appeals, and represent the City at hearings before the Board of Assessment Review, City Council, and the State of Maine
 Respond to inquiries from property owners and the public regarding assessments, exemptions, and appeal processes
 Supervise and support assessment office staff, including training, work assignment, and performance evaluation
 Utilize and maintain assessment systems including CAMA/Vision, GIS/ArcGIS, NearMap, and Munis
 Prepare reports, statistical analyses, trend data, and valuation projections for City leadership
 Participate in municipal revaluation projects and ensure compliance with state requirements
 Maintain current knowledge of Maine property tax law and evolving assessment practices

Required Qualifications
Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in economics, business administration, finance, public administration, or a closely related field
• Substantial experience in municipal property assessment, including supervisory experience
• Certified Maine Assessor (CMA), as required by State law
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Thorough knowledge of real and personal property appraisal principles and Maine property tax law
• Strong analytical, accounting, and financial review skills
• Ability to interpret legal descriptions, deeds, appraisal manuals, and financial statements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public-facing interactions
• Proven ability to supervise staff and manage competing priorities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and assessment-related software systems

Why Work for the City of Biddeford?
The City of Biddeford values employee wellness, flexibility, and work/life balance. Many City Hall positions operate on a four-day work week, with flexible scheduling and remote opportunities available.
Benefits include:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plans with employer match
• Paid time off, parental leave, and bereavement leave
• Flexible schedule and remote work opportunities
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance and flexible spending accounts
• Salary: $103,177 - $136,154

Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Biddeford is committed to cultivating and sustaining a diverse, inclusive, equitable, and welcoming workplace. We value solidarity, respect, and belonging, and actively work to ensure equitable access to employment opportunities.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should notify the Director of Human Resources at 207.286.0593.

Application review will begin February 23rd.
The position will remain open until filled.