Revenue Tax Policy/Research Consultant I

at  Commonwealth of Kentucky

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency
Finance & Administration Cabinet | Department of Revenue
Location
501 High Street
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
Description
Are you interested in being part of a team that is dedicated in serving the people across the Commonwealth by working to instill confidence and integrity in the administration of Kentucky tax laws. If so, this is your opportunity to work for the Kentucky Department of Revenue.
The Office of the Commissioner, Division of Taxpayer Ombudsman has an opening for a Revenue Tax Policy/Research Consultant I position. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team in the Division of Taxpayer Ombudsman.
As a Revenue Tax Policy/Research Consultant I, you will be responsible for reviewing proposed tax legislation regarding all tax laws and developing policies relating to statues for the Department of Revenue.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for managing the Confidentiality statue for KRS 131.190. Developing policies relating to the statue for DOR.
• Prepares and reviews proposed tax legislation regarding all tax laws that impacts the Department of Revenue.
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining the security of Federal Tax Information that is received.
• Acts as liaison between Department of Revenue, Internal Revenue Service, and the Security and Disclosure Branch.
• Performs other duties as required.

Additional/Supplemental information:

• Required to successfully complete a background investigation including an FBI criminal history record check (fingerprint check).
• Required to comply with all tax laws.
• Mostly at a desk using a computer and telephone.
• Some travel for training and education.
• We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules

Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, commerce, economics, finance or a related field OR must be a graduate of an accredited School of Law.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Five years of professional experience in Kentucky tax administration, tax preparation, tax research, tax law, auditing of taxes, or college teaching in one of these or related academic fields.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Graduate study in accounting, business administration, commerce, economics, finance, or a related field will substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis. Licensure to practice law in the Commonwealth of Kentucky or certification as a Certified Public Accountant will substitute for two years of the experience.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Professional experience in the administration, preparation, or auditing of taxes or related tax information will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions
Incumbents working in this job title primarily perform duties in an office setting. Minimal travel may be required.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Jamie Combs at Jamiel.combs1@ky.gov or 502-564-9679.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

• Responsible for managing the Confidentiality statue for KRS 131.190. Developing policies relating to the statue for DOR.
• Prepares and reviews proposed tax legislation regarding all tax laws that impacts the Department of Revenue.
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining the security of Federal Tax Information that is received.
• Acts as liaison between Department of Revenue, Internal Revenue Service, and the Security and Disclosure Branch.
• Performs other duties as required