Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors meets monthly at the board's convenience and as needed by the office. Meetings are usually on the third Wednesday of each month at 4:00 PM, but they are subject to change.

Assessor Guidelines

Course 101, Introduction To Assessment Administration: Law, Procedures, and Valuation, is the basic training program that the Division of Local Services (DLS) requires of local assessors. This course provides a basic knowledge of Massachusetts assessment law, administration, procedure, and techniques, including the income, cost, and market approaches to property valuation. Assessors and their staff with valuation responsibilities must complete the online Course 101 modules and learning assessments (found within the DLS Gateway application) within one year of their original election or appointment. If elected or appointed prior to the effective date of 830 CMR 58.3.1 (September 16, 2022), Course 101 must be completed within two years. 

Successful completion of the full Course 101 and a passing grade on the examination prepared by the Commissioner entitles assessors and their valuation staff to a Certificate of Completion (Certificate) from the Commissioner. If an assessor fails to pass the examination and receives a Certificate on their first attempt, they may take the examination again. Failing the examination twice entails that a candidate must retake the entire course again. To remain qualified, every assessor shall meet such continuing education requirements as the Commissioner may establish.

Course 101 - Introduction to Assessment Administration