Looking for an opportunity to develop new job skills and to play an important role in your town? Consider becoming a Lister!
Listers are elected municipal officials and serve a board of Listers. The job of the Board of Listers is to produce, sign and defend the Grand List, which is the list of all properties in town and their market value. This involves collection of data on new and improved properties, maintain and update property records, administration of statutorily defined exemptions and other rules regarding assessment of various categories of properties. The job involves interaction with taxpayers and other members of the public.
The state of Vermont now requires certification as a Vermont Property Assessor Level 1 to be obtained during the first year after being elected. Paid trainings are both online and in person.
While the ideal candidate for Lister would have experience in the assessment field, it is an elected position, and the training can be obtained while serving as a lister. High school education is required. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with the public and other officials. Attention to detail is a must, and proficiency in data entry is needed.
Position is a combination of office work and field inspections. Pay is $20 per hour. 9-12 hours a week: M-Th
If you are interested, please stop by the town office to pick up a petition to be added to the upcoming ballot. Any questions regarding position, call our Listers office at 802-372-5233.