Assessing Clerk (PT) - City of Augusta

Start Date: July 09, 2025 | End Date: August 10, 2025
County: Kennebec County
Job Type: Assessor, Clerk, Code Enforcement, Finance, Other, Planning
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The City of Augusta is a thriving community that blends rich history with modern opportunities and is home to nearly 19,000 residents. Nestled along the scenic Kennebec River, Augusta has served as Maine’s capital since 1827 and is considered by many to be one of the nation’s most picturesque state capitals. As the center of state and local government, Augusta serves as a hub for education, healthcare, and commerce in Central Maine. With a diverse economy, a spirit of innovation, and a revitalized downtown, Augusta is an ideal place to live, work, and recreate, where opportunity and quality of life seamlessly intersect.

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Assessing Clerk to provide skilled administrative and customer service support to our Assessing Office 28 hours per week. This regular part-time position plays a key role in supporting the Bureau of Assessing, which is responsible for determining property values for municipal taxation. The Assessing Clerk performs a variety of routine and complex clerical tasks while fostering positive relationships with the public by delivering exceptional service. Responsibilities include assisting customers in person and over the phone with real estate and personal property tax matters, maintaining accurate records, and supporting overall office operations. This position works under the supervision of the Director of Assessing and involves frequent interaction with the public. A complete job description is available on the City of Augusta website https://www.augustamaine.gov/employment.

Requirements High school diploma, or equivalent, and a minimum of two (2) years’ clerical or administrative work experience, plus prior customer service experience involving direct interaction with the public required. Any equivalent combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.

Compensation & Benefits This is a Regular Part-Time (28 hours per week) non-exempt hourly position. The FY25 pay range for Teamsters General Government Range 13 positions is $20.58 to $26.79 per hour, with an annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) and the potential for merit-based step increases. The actual rate of pay will depend on experience, qualifications, and budget availability. This position is eligible to participate in MainePERS Plan AC, which is a defined benefit retirement plan. Employees in this position do not pay into Social Security. Employees earn paid vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays per year.

How to Apply To apply please mail, fax, hand-deliver, or email an Application for Employment, resume, and cover letter to: Human Resources, 16 Cony Street, Augusta, Maine 04330; Fax: 207-620-8175; Email: [email protected]

Deadline to Apply Application review will begin July 22, 2025 and position will remain open until filled.

~The City of Augusta is an Equal Opportunity Employer~