Direct answer: In Michigan, the primary assessment office term is Local Assessor. Tax collection, recorded documents and formal appeals may be handled by separate offices.
Who handles property tasks in Michigan?
AssessmentLocal Assessor
Appeal bodyLocal Board of Review
Tax collectionLocal Treasurer, then County Treasurer for delinquent tax
Recorded documentsCounty Register of Deeds
How the state system works
Township, city or village assessors maintain values; local treasurers collect taxes.
Cities, townships and villages maintain current assessments. County Equalization reviews aggregate rolls, while current and delinquent taxes can move between local and county treasurers.