TAX ASSESSING CLERK

The City of Woonsocket is looking for a Tax Assessing Clerk. Under general supervision, the Tax Assessing Clerk is responsible for all work related to the transfer of deeds from one owner to another, as well as other regular and assigned clerical functions in the Tax Assessor Division. Those regular and assigned tasks include, but are not limited to, the following: accurately updating all City computer databases with regard to real estate transfers; reviewing deeds and all relevant documents when transferring ownership or real estate, confirming accuracy of all assessment data, then recording property transfer information in City tax assessment systems; updating and maintaining address files across all City tax and utility billing systems; determining appropriateness of all tax exemption requests; working with the general public with general tax questions. This position requires attention to detail, excellent communication, and analytical skills, as well as the ability to work well with the general public. Must have a high school diploma, or GED equivalent, and must be able to type at a minimum rate of thirty-five (35) words per minute as determined by testing either through the RI Department of Labor and Training, or similar testing online. Experience in a municipal tax assessment office or general office experience, especially in a real estate field, is a plus. Application Deadline: Friday, October 23, 2026 Classification: Local 670, RI Council 94, AFSCME, AFL-CIO Weekly Rate: $864.55 to $910.75 per week [M22A] Hours of Work: 40.0 hours per week Examination Date: Monday, October 26, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Woonsocket City Hall, Second Floor Conference Room 169 Main Street, Woonsocket, RI 02895 Typing Certificate: A prerequisite of a Typing Certification is required and can be obtained through RI Department of Labor & Training by appointment at (401) 235-1201, or online at www.typing.com To Apply: The City of Woonsocket offers a competitive benefit and compensation package. For more information on this position including a full position description and application visit the Employment Opportunities section on the City of Woonsocket website via the following URL: https://www.woonsocketri.gov/364/Employment-Opportunities Please forward your completed application and resume to Nikki Aphonphanh, Personnel Division, City of Woonsocket, 169 Main Street, Woonsocket, RI 02895. You may email your information electronically to [email protected]. An Equal Opportunity Employer Note: this is an in-person position