The town of Saugus Assessors office is seeking a principal clerk to perform varied routine technical and clerical work in maintaining the operations of the Assessor’s office. The individual must possess a working knowledge of general office procedures and skills required in the performance of secretarial and clerical duties.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
- Applicants must have a minimum of an associate degree in business, public administration, real estate or related fields.
- Knowledge of Massachusetts General Laws (relating to property tax, abatement, exemption, motor vehicle and boat excise and statutory exemption) or ability to quickly learn them.
- Basic understanding of real property records, assessment processes, and municipal procedures preferred.
- Computer proficiency, especially in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) required and municipal software like MUNIS or property assessment systems preferred.
- Proficient in the use and understanding of word processing, spreadsheets and internet research.
Schedule: Monday through Friday (in-house, full-time position, 36.50 hours per week)
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, including participation in the town’s Retirement system.
Pay Rate: (Union Scale): $54,776.05 – $59,743.82