NYC DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE
NYC Department of Finance (DOF) is responsible for administering the tax revenue laws of the city fairly, efficiently, and transparently to instill public confidence and encourage compliance while providing exceptional customer service.
The Property Valuation & Tax Mapping Division is responsible for the valuation of more than one million properties in the City of New York and overseeing assessments and valuations in a fair and equitable manner as part of the City’s real property tax system.
Department of Finance is seeking an Assistant City Assessor Level 2 to work in the Property Valuation & Tax Mapping (PVM) Division.
The selected candidate will assist City Assessors with various activities related to supporting the agency’s property assessment operation.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Assist valuation teams with conducting physical field inspections of properties in the five boroughs of New York City.
Collect relevant data regarding property, values, and transactions from owners, lessors and lessees, superintendents, or other building representatives such as brokers, relevant publications,
or other departments of government.
Enter, utilize, and maintain data on mass appraisal computer systems.
Take measurements and write descriptions of property. Interpret maps and building plans.
Take photographs of properties and maintain detailed records as required.
In the capacity of an Assistant City Assessor Level 2, exercising additional independent judgement, responsibilities will also include:
Utilizing the Tax Class 1 cost worksheet and other approved methods to prepare and implement value changes on capped properties.
Examining parcels of greater complexity including physical changes on larger residential and commercial properties.
Reviewing property and assessment-related records and interacting with tenants, property managers and/or owners and their representatives.
Performing analytical and computation work at a higher level.
Conduct title searches and gather historic records to determine relevant interests concerning real property.
In the temporary absence of a City Assessor, may perform the duties of that individual.
Minimum Qual Requirements
Qualification Requirements
1. A baccalaureate degree or higher from an accredited college; or university”
2. An associate degree from an accredited college or university or sixty (60) semester credits from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of full-time satisfactory experience in real estate work involving the valuation of real property; or
3. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and two (2) years of full-time satisfactory experience in real estate work involving the valuation of real property; or
4. Education and/or experience equivalent to “1”, “2” or “3” above; however, all candidates must have a high school diploma or its educational equivalent. College credit listed in “2” above may be substituted for experience on the basis of thirty (30) semester credits from an accredited college or university for six (6) months of the experience described in “2” above.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
As a current or prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. Please review the notice to see if you may be eligible for programs and how to apply at nyc.gov/studentloans.
NOTE: ONLY CANDIDATES WHO HAVE A PERMANENT CITY ASSESSOR CIVIL SERVICE TITLE WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW. PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR EMPLOYEE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (EIN) WHEN APPLYING AND INDICATE IN YOUR COVER LETTER IF YOU ARE A PERMANENT CITY ASSESSOR.
Assignments may be in any of the Property Division’s offices located in the five boroughs.
The selected candidate will be required to work a 5-day work week (not eligible for a compressed work schedule).
This position involves field work and travel within the five boroughs of NYC. City Assessors are required to walk and stand for extended periods, climb stairs and carry handheld equipment
for data collection.
City Assessors are required to walk and stand for extended periods, climb stairs and carry handheld equipment for data collection.
Participation in real estate activities, including brokerage, sales and appraisals, in New York City are prohibited for employees in assessor titles in the Department of Finance. This activity is permitted outside of NYC after 2 years. All non-departmental work must be approved by the agency in advance of starting such employment.
Note: Appointments to City Assessor positions under State Board Qualification Requirements shall be subject to a two year probationary period. Employees shall be required to obtain certification by the state board of real property assessors to satisfactorily complete probation.
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While we appreciate every applicant’s interest, only those under consideration will be contacted.
55-a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Hours/Shift
Unless otherwise indicated, all positions require a five-day workweek.
Work Location
66 John Street, New York, NY
(Current location but could be subject to change)
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.