Assessor

ASSESSOR

Help Shape the Future of One of New Hampshire's Most Historic and Vibrant Communities

The Town of Exeter, New Hampshire, is seeking an experienced, customer-focused, and highly motivated Assessor to lead the Town's property assessment program and ensure fair, equitable, and accurate property valuations for more than 6,700 parcels.

Located in the heart of New Hampshire's Seacoast region, Exeter combines a rich history with a thriving downtown, excellent schools, convenient transportation options, and a strong commitment to professional local government. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative leadership team and play a critical role in maintaining the Town's financial integrity and public trust.

Salary Range

$87,597 – $121,254 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

What You'll Do

As Exeter's Assessor, you will oversee all aspects of the Town's assessing operations while partnering with a professional third-party assessing firm. Responsibilities include:

• Administering the Town's property assessment and appraisal program.
• Maintaining equitable and uniform property valuations in compliance with New Hampshire law.
• Managing assessment records, exemptions, tax credits, abatements, and current use programs.
• Overseeing CAMA software and assessment databases.
• Periodically conducting property inspections and field reviews.
• Coordinating annual tax map updates and sales ratio studies.
• Preparing reports and submissions for the New Hampshire Department of Revenue Administration.
• Assisting residents with assessment questions, exemptions, and abatements.
• Representing the Town before the Board of Tax and Land Appeals and in other assessment-related proceedings.
• Working closely with the Planning, Building, Tax Collection, and Town Manager's offices to ensure accurate and timely assessment data.

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Certification as a New Hampshire Assessor (NHA).
• Extensive knowledge of property appraisal and assessment principles.
• Strong understanding of New Hampshire assessment laws, regulations, exemptions, and abatement processes.
• Experience working with CAMA systems,  assessment databases, and MUNIS software.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to explain complex assessment concepts to property owners and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and leadership abilities.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to public service.

A bachelor's degree and five to seven years of progressively responsible assessment or appraisal experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, are preferred.

Why Exeter?

Exeter is one of New Hampshire's most desirable communities, offering the perfect blend of small-town charm, professional opportunity, and exceptional quality of life. Located just minutes from the Atlantic Coast and less than an hour from Boston, Exeter provides easy access to beaches, mountains, cultural attractions, and major employment centers throughout New England.

Residents and employees enjoy:

• A vibrant and walkable historic downtown filled with local shops, restaurants, breweries, and community events.
• Convenient service on the Amtrak Downeaster, providing direct rail access to Boston, Portland, and communities throughout the region.
• A strong sense of community.
• A thriving local economy supported by healthcare, education, technology, and small businesses.
• The opportunity to work in a community that values professional local government, innovation, and public service.

Whether you're looking to advance your municipal career, enjoy a shorter commute, or relocate to one of New England's premier communities, Exeter offers an outstanding place to live, work, and serve.

Benefits

The Town of Exeter offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

Paid Time Off

• Vacation leave
• Personal leave
• Sick leave

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Anthem medical plans with one plan that is 100% Employer Paid
• Domestic partner coverage
• Free Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
• Life insurance
• Long Term Disability 
• Optional accident and disability coverage
• Health insurance buyout program

Retirement Benefits

• New Hampshire Retirement System (NHRS) pension system participation
• Optional employee contribution to a 457(b) deferred compensation plans

Join Our Team

If you are a dedicated assessment professional who values accuracy, fairness, public service, and community engagement, we encourage you to apply.

The Town of Exeter is an Equal Opportunity Employer.