Job Details

Working Title: Appeals Officer
Job Class: Revenue Tax Specialist Principal
Agency: Revenue Dept

• Who May Apply: This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 04/13/2023.
• Date Posted: 04/07/2023
• Closing Date: 04/20/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Revenue Dept / Revenue (inc Assessors)-MAPE
• Division/Unit: Appeals & Legal Services / Appeals 3
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $31.00 - $45.98 / hourly; $64,728 - $96,006 / annually
• Job Class Option: Appeals
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

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Job Summary

The candidate(s) hired and new to this job classification may be eligible to receive a $5,000 hiring bonus! This bonus will be paid in two increments, with the first payment made after successfully passing the probationary period. A $1,000 Referral Bonus may be offered to Revenue staff that recruit new talent hired at Revenue, in this position. To submit your referral, email: janel.lane@state.mn.us using subject line \xe2\x80\x98Employee Referral\xe2\x80\x99 and include candidate\xe2\x80\x99s name and this job posting ID, prior to candidate being selected. This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies. This position is responsible for resolving MinnesotaCare Tax and Withholding administrative appeals from tax orders originating from their respective divisions. This includes analyzing the case file and the taxpayer\'s appeal, researching issues, conductings conferences with taxpayers or their representatives, evaluating the issues, negotiating with the taxpayer or their representative, preparing notices of determination or settlement doucments and communicating with department employees. This position will specialize in MinnesotaCare Tax and Withholding. This position is also responsible for providing assistance to the Attorney General ligitation section attorneys in Tax Court appeals. Teleworking employees are required to live in Minnesota or a bordering state in a county along the Minnesota state line.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) 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; or
• CPA

OR Certification (satisfactory completion of probation) as a Revenue Tax Specialist, Senior 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 Minnesota tax laws for general and specific application
• Knowledge of court decisions, attorney general opinions and policies
• Knowledge of electronic processing accounting systems
• Knowledge of information exchange and disclosure policy and agreements
• Knowledge of electronic filing/processing systems
• Knowledge of audit report processing procedures
• Skills in reading comprehension
• Skill in problem-solving
• Skill in analysis

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in independent research, statutory interpretation, and resolution of MinnesotaCare Tax and Withholding issues.
• Experience in dispute resolution.
• Experience in tax compliance activities.
• Knowledge of DOR computer applications and audit templates, including the MinnesotaCare Tax and Withholding audit manager

Physical Requirements

Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and scanner.

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

Select \xe2\x80\x9cApply for Job\xe2\x80\x9d at the top of this page. 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 Yeng Callahan at yeng.callahan@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 janel.lane@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. 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\xe2\x80\x99s 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. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637. or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need.