Job Description

Posting Date

06/29/26

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Pay Range

$105,000 - $161,000 annually

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Assessor

About the Position

This job posting is reserved for administrative use only and is not an active open job posting. Please do not apply to this posting unless directed by the Maricopa County Human Resources Department. Unsolicited applications submitted for this posting will not be processed.

If you have questions regarding this posting, please contact Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Services at 602-506-3755.

The Chief of Staff provides high-level strategic and administrative support to the Elected Assessor and the Chief Deputy Assessor. This role is responsible for coordinating public education efforts, advancing legislative priorities, maintaining key political and community relationships, and leading special projects.

The Chief of Staff must be an exceptional written and verbal communicator with the ability to influence, build trust, and demonstrate courage in an environment undergoing cultural and operational transformation. This position will be critical in organizational goal setting, strategic planning, and the alignment and coordination of multiple workgroups across the office.

About Us

We pride ourselves on supplying property appraisals and assessments that uphold fairness and equity for Maricopa County property owners and residents. We are leading the industry, integrating state-of-the-art appraisal systems, and seeking the best and brightest to join our team! If you’d like to contribute to the value of Maricopa County, apply today!

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose

• Tuition reimbursement

• Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options

• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families

• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive

• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

• Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

• Six years of professional experience with at least 2 years of supervisory experience
• At least 2 years’ experience working for an elected official or political office
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field
• A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

Job Contributions

• Coordinates efforts with the senior leadership team and other partners to ensure the achievement of the elected Assessor’s mission and strategic priorities and goals.
• Provides executive-level leadership and oversight of key organizational workgroups, including but not limited to government relations, communications, and legal services, ensuring alignment with the Assessor’s strategic priorities.
• Provides executive-level communication support, including drafting speeches and correspondence, advising the Assessor, and representing the Assessor at public events and meetings.
• Advises and supports the Assessor on a local and national basis, including National Association of Counties (NACo), International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO), and similar.
• Coordinates agendas and action items related to the STAR Contact Center and the Association of Assessing Officers (AAAO).
• Establishes new and enhances existing relationships with state administrative and legislative leaders and their staff members.
• Resolves high-level or sensitive taxpayer complaints that have progressed beyond the normal resolution process.
• Reviews, analyzes, and collaborates on the impact of proposed legislation related to the Assessor’s Office.
• Coordinates and provides public education information to legislators and local jurisdictions
• Supports the Chief Deputy Assessor in overseeing programs and services.
• Conduct studies and projects related to administrative operational concerns and develop recommendations.

Working Conditions

• Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions

• A hybrid schedule will be available

Selection Procedure - Maricopa County

The Maricopa County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates considered to be the most highly qualified. Those selected will be assessed based on the evaluation of listed education and experience. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a list provided by Human Resources.

All offers of employment made to new hires and rehires at Maricopa County are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer, pre-employment thorough background investigation. A background investigation is conducted on a current employee who changes to a Safety Sensitive Position or one having the potential for serious adverse impact on the integrity or efficiency of the County. These requirements do not pertain to employees of elected officials who undergo background investigation processes administered through their respective offices.

Maricopa County is an EEO/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

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Attention Current Maricopa County Employees: As of 1/1/2022, the Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County formalized itself as a separate entity and employer from Maricopa County. To learn more about how that may affect you please click here

Judicial Branch Human Resources reserves the right to move forward candidates based on the information provided directly on the application. The hiring authority will select the successful candidate based on departmental needs.

Typically, successful candidates are hired at a salary rate up to the midpoint of the range, based on applicable experience, internal equity, and budgetary allowances.

All Judicial Branch offers of employment and continued employment are contingent upon passing a thorough background and/or fingerprint check. Applicants must completely and fully answer any questions regarding felony and misdemeanor convictions including any convictions that have been expunged or set aside. Failure to include criminal history information is grounds for termination of an offer and employment. A conviction may not automatically disqualify an applicant.

Judicial Branch facilities are located throughout Maricopa County. This position may be reassigned to other locations. Assignments will be made based upon the needs of the department.

The Judicial Branch in Maricopa County is an EEO/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

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