Position: Assessing Administrative Specialist
Organization: East Bay Charter Township -- An Equal Opportunity Employer
Open until filled, first interviews given to resumes submitted by March 31, 2024
East Bay Charter Township is accepting applications for a full-time Assessing Administrative Specialist with MCAT or higher certification or desire to achieve MCAT certification within six months of employment. The Assessing Administrative Specialist will assist with all functions of the Township's Assessing Department and works under the direction of the Director of Assessing, who possesses a MAAO or higher certification. The successful applicant will enjoy utilizing their interpersonal skills and skills gained through certification and on-the-job training to assist in equitably assessing all township properties in adherence with Michigan General Property Tax Act and Michigan Department of Treasury Bulletins. Additionally, the successful applicant will assist in delivering accurate assessing information in a pleasant and informative manner to taxpayers, citizens, and the Township Board. This engaging position has opportunity for professional career growth through advanced certifications and is an excellent position for an individual experienced in township functions, specifically assessing, has an introductory MCAT certification, or is a newly certified MCAO assessor. This is a full-time position with excellent benefits amid a friendly and dynamic work environment which values integrity and a strong work ethic. The Board-approved posted salary range is $45-55,000 per year with paid healthcare, dental, vision, long and short-term disability insurance, competitive no-match required defined contribution retirement plan, and paid holidays and vacation.
East Bay Charter Township is a vibrant and growing community in Grand Traverse County, adjacent to the City of Traverse City and conveniently located near all regional attractions. The Township contains a wide variety of scenic northern Michigan landforms from the East Arm of Grand Traverse Bay to State-forested areas to wetlands to agricultural lands to inland lakes. With a population over 11,000 residents, East Bay Township enjoys a healthy mix of residential neighborhoods; tourist districts; and commercial, agricultural, and industrial parcels, with pressures on land development as opportunities within the City of Traverse City become scarce and the region grows. East Bay Charter Township provides utility services of sewer, water, and septage treatment; planning, zoning, and code enforcement; parks; assessing; and emergency services of fire, community policing, and ambulance services. Specific to assessing, East Bay Charter Township has almost 8,000 real property parcels (approximately 10% are commercial), received a perfect score on the 2023 PA 660 Assessment Audit Review, has no pending MTT cases, utilizes BS&A Cloud, and supports professional development and education in its annual budget. The Township's office and meeting rooms are located at 1965 N Three Mile Road, Traverse City, MI 49696.
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