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Qualifications

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Revenue Tax Specialist Minimum Qualifications:

Any of the following from an accredited college or university:

Bachelor's degree with a major in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Business Management or Marketing; Master's degree in a degree listed above or Taxation; CPA Applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following:

Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles as evidenced by academic coursework or related work experience. Knowledge of personal computers, including knowledge of word-processing, spreadsheet and database applications/software. Human relations, communication skills necessary to deal with taxpayers and workplace associates in a professional and effective manner. Problem-solving skills and organizational/planning skills necessary to independently perform the duties of the position. Revenue Tax Specialist Intermediate Minimum Qualifications:

One (1) year of professional-level accounting or auditing experience

AND

Any of the following from an accredited college or university:

Bachelor's degree with a major in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Business Management or Marketing; Master's degree in Business Administration, Accountancy, Finance, or Taxation; CPA OR

Certification (satisfactory completion of probation) as a Revenue Tax Specialist

Applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following:

Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and practices Technical tax knowledge, including court rulings, regulations and administrative policies and procedures Customer service and interpersonal skills Ability to plan, direct and review the work of others Knowledge of personal computer operation and software programs used by the department in its internal and external operations Communication and presentation skills Knowledge of audit report processing procedures Knowledge of electronic filing/processing systems Skill in reading comprehension Skill in problem-solving Revenue Tax Specialist Senior Minimum Qualifications:

Two (2) years of professional-level accounting or auditing experience

AND

Any of the following from an accredited college or university:

Bachelor's degree with a major in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Business Management, or Marketing; Master's degree in Business Administration, Accountancy, Finance, or Taxation; CPA OR

Certification (satisfactory completion of probation) as a Revenue Tax Specialist, Intermediate

Applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following:

Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and practices Technical tax knowledge, including court rulings, regulations and administrative policies and procedures Customer service and interpersonal skills sufficient to interact and negotiate with taxpayers and/or their representatives Leadership skills and the ability to plan, direct, and review the work of others Knowledge of personal computer operation and software programs used by the department in its internal and external operations Communication and presentation skills Knowledge of electronic processing accounting systems Knowledge of electronic filing/processing systems Skills in reading comprehension Skill in problem-solving Skill in analysis Preferred Qualifications Revenue Tax Specialist or Revenue Tax Specialist Intermediate or Revenue Tax Specialist Senior Preferred Qualifications:

One (1) year of related experience. Knowledge of the Internal Revenue Code, Minnesota Individual Income Tax laws, regulations, rulings, and administrative policies and procedures. Knowledge of Federal and State Partnership, S-Corp, C-Corp, Estate and/or Fiduciary tax laws. Negotiation skills. Excellent customer service skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Physical Requirements Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.

Additional Requirements Prior to an offer of employment, a background check will be conducted. This will include, but is not limited to checking degrees and licensures, criminal history, and tax filing and payment history. All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Application Details How to Apply

You must apply through our career website to be considered. https://careers.mn.gov/psp/mnjob/MNCAREERS/HRCR/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1001&JobOpeningId=71029&PostingSeq=1 OR Visit our website, http://www.mn.gov/careers, and search for job id number 71029

If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Yerly Lee at yerly.lee@state.mn.us.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Yerly Lee at yerly.lee@state.mn.us.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for this interview and/or testing process, please contact the Department of Revenue ADA Coordinator at revenue.eai@state.mn.us.

About Revenue Dept The Minnesota Department of Revenue works to fund the future for all of Minnesotans. We manage over 30 different taxes and collect $26.7 billion annually in state taxes, which funds state programs such as healthcare, transportation, public safety, and early childhood, K-12, and higher education.

Revenue is dedicated to an inclusive work environment that celebrates and values the diversity of each employee and reflects the communities we serve. We're committed to a culture of inclusion where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and thrive.

We value a work life balance for our employees, and many of our employees telework in a full or hybrid capacity. For those that come to the office, regularly or occasionally, we invested in a state-of-the-art hybrid workspace located at the Stassen building in St. Paul.

Find out more about us on our website.

Why Work for Us Diverse Workforce We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

Public pension plan Training and professional development Paid vacation and sick leave 11 paid holidays each year Paid parental leave Low-cost medical and dental coverage Prescription drug coverage Vision coverage Wellness programs and resources Employer paid life insurance Short-term and long-term disability Health care spending and savings accounts Dependent care spending account Tax-deferred compensation Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition reimbursement Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.