Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of internal and external partners, including but not limited to the Mayor and her team, City CFO, City Councilors, department directors, managers, elected and appointed officials of other governmental agencies, City employees, business and community leaders, the media, and City residents. Oversees the operations of the Assessment department, including preparation and management of the budget, hiring, contracting, and personnel management; manages contracts for procurement and maintenance of department hardware and software systems to support valuation and assessment processes; participates in programs and activities that promote workplace diversity and a positive employee relations environment.