Town of Ancram Public Notice – Appointment of Sole Assessor

Town of Ancram Public Notice – Appointment of Sole Assessor: The Town of Ancram, in Columbia County, is seeking a part-time qualified individual to serve as Sole Assessor.  The Assessor will process transfers, review deeds for accuracy, administer real property tax exemptions mandated by the State of NY, attend annual BAR grievance hearings, SCAR hearings, testify in court and perform any related work as necessary. Work schedule is flexible, and will vary depending on the time of the year. Ability to offer Saturday and evening office hours during peak periods is a plus.  Ancram has approximately 1300 parcels. Term is October 1, 2019 to September 30, 2025. Candidate must meet minimum qualification standards set by New York State rules and regulations. Successful candidate must be a NYS certified assessor and have good knowledge of real property valuation practices. Candidates should have excellent interpersonal skills, be able to work well with taxpayers, have excellent computer skills, and a working knowledge of the New York State Real Property System Version 4 and Excel.  Salary is dependent on experience and qualifications. Applicant should send a letter of interest, two references from other municipalities where applicant has served or does serve as assessor, a resume and salary expectations no later than August 15, 2019 to Monica Cleveland, Town Clerk, 1416 County Route 7, Ancram NY 12502 or by email to mrcleveland@hotmail.com. Candidates being considered for this position will be asked to come for interviews with the Ancram Town Board, the Board of Assessment Review and the current Assessor at a mutually convenient time. The Ancram Town Board plans to appoint a new assessor at its September 19, 2019 Town Board meeting.