Job Description
Job Description
The Town of Falmouth seeks a detail-oriented, highly motivated professional to join our Assessing team as a full-time Property Data Collector. This vital role collects property data that supports the Town’s ability to accurately and equitably assess property values, ensuring accurate and fair property tax assessments and helping fund essential municipal services. This is a full-time, benefited position that works at the Falmouth Town Hall and in the field 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Working under the general direction of the Director of Assessing and the Assistant Assessor, our two Property Data Collectors:
- Inspect real estate and personal property, including buildings under construction, to ensure that the Town’s property records reflect current and accurate property characteristics in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws;
- Collect and verify property data in a standardized, objective manner through on-site field work that includes field measurements and detailed observation; occasionally, electronic methods are used;
- Review and inspect areas of Town for purposes of maintaining equalized assessments as required by the Commissioner of Revenue and report such findings in proper form to the Director of Assessing;
- Enter all data into the Computer-Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) system and perform statistical analyses; and
- Perform all other related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of two (2) years of college-level mathematics and a minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience with data entry and retrieval and customer service in a professional office setting; or any equivalent combination of education, training, or experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Must have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and successfully complete required training towards certification in Massachusetts appraisal techniques within two (2) years of hire. Working knowledge of building construction design, the real estate market, and/or municipal experience preferred.
The successful candidate has meticulous attention to detail, strong mathematical and analytical skills, strong interpersonal, customer service, organizational, and problem-solving skills, and the ability to resolve potential discrepancies tactfully and appropriately. The ideal candidate has the ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy and is also a collaborative member of the Assessing Office and the larger Finance team.
Expected Starting Range: Step 1 ($30.40/hour) – Step 3 ($32.88/hour), commensurate with qualifications and experience, with room to grow along the 7-step pay scale. Comprehensive benefits package, including 13 paid holidays per year; vacation/sick/personal paid time off; professional development opportunities; Town contribution of up to 75% of the cost of health insurance; cost-effective dental, vision, life insurance, and disability policy plans; enrollment in the Town’s defined benefit pension plan; and voluntary pre-tax and Roth 457(b) plans.
Preference Date to Apply: Monday, September 8, 2025. The position will remain open until filled, but candidates who apply by the above date and time will be given preference over later applications. Candidates are encouraged to upload a cover letter and resume with their application.
About the Town of Falmouth as an Employer: We are a people-oriented municipality that strives to provide a welcoming and supportive work culture, a professional and stable work environment, and opportunities for additional training and professional development. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, insurance, and other benefits, including enrollment in the Town's pension plan, and to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes applicants of all abilities, cultures, backgrounds, and identities. All applicants must have the ability to effectively work and interact with individuals and groups of various abilities, cultures, backgrounds, ages, and identities.
Please apply directly through our Town website: https://www.falmouthma.gov/723/EmploymentCurrent-Job-Openings
Company DescriptionThe Town of Falmouth is a vibrant and diverse community with a year-round population of 33,000 and a seasonal population of more than 105,000. Falmouth strives to be a premier Cape community that provides a responsive, accessible, and inclusive environment for all, and the Town is proud of its active citizen engagement and strong financial management.
We are a people-oriented municipality that strives to provide a welcoming and supportive work culture, a professional and stable work environment, and opportunities for additional training and professional development. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, insurance, and other benefits, including enrollment in the Town's pension plan, and to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes applicants of all abilities, cultures, backgrounds, and identities.
Company Description
The Town of Falmouth is a vibrant and diverse community with a year-round population of 33,000 and a seasonal population of more than 105,000. Falmouth strives to be a premier Cape community that provides a responsive, accessible, and inclusive environment for all, and the Town is proud of its active citizen engagement and strong financial management.\r\n\r\nWe are a people-oriented municipality that strives to provide a welcoming and supportive work culture, a professional and stable work environment, and opportunities for additional training and professional development. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, insurance, and other benefits, including enrollment in the Town's pension plan, and to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes applicants of all abilities, cultures, backgrounds, and identities.