Arlington Names New Director Of Assessments

The promotion was given after the person spent time in the role on an interim basis.

By Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff

Nov 13, 2026 11:35 AM EST

The Director of Assessments is responsible for overseeing the Assessors’ Office and working with the Board of Assessors to determine the value of all real and personal property. (Amber Fisher/Patch)

ARLINGTON, MA — Town Manager Jim Feeney announced this week that the town has named a new director to oversee its Assessors' Office.

Mitchell Suarez assumed the role of Director of Assessments on Oct. 5 after serving as Interim Director since July. He had served as the office's Data Collector since 2022, managing property and assessment records, analyzing valuation and growth data, and developing reporting tools to improve departmental efficiency and accuracy. He also supported tax rate setting through property classification reviews, sales ratio analyses, and documentation for tax classification hearings.

Suarez holds a Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Healthcare Business from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in Boston and has completed Massachusetts Accredited Assessor certification requirements. He has also completed professional coursework through the Massachusetts Department of Revenue, Massachusetts Association of Assessing Officers, and International Association of Assessing Officers, with training in property appraisal, land valuation, and property tax administration.

The Director of Assessments is responsible for overseeing the Assessors' Office and working with the Board of Assessors to determine the value of all real and personal property in Arlington. The Director reports to Deputy Town Manager/Finance Director Julie Wayman.

"Mitchell has demonstrated a deep understanding of assessment administration and a strong commitment to serving Arlington residents," Wayman said. "His technical expertise, thoughtful approach to problem solving, and dedication to fairness have earned the trust of both his colleagues and the public. I am confident he will provide excellent leadership for the Assessors' Office."

The office's responsibilities also include tracking property ownership changes, inspecting properties, and processing property tax abatement and exemption applications. It tracks new construction and other improvements that add value to the town's tax base and provides information for the Select Board's annual tax classification hearing.

"I appreciate the confidence the Town has placed in me," Suarez said. "I look forward to working with the Board of Assessors, Town staff, and residents to uphold the principles of fairness, transparency, and customer service that guide our work every day."