This Recruitment is Open to the Public

The Georgia Department of Revenue seeks to fill multiple Compliance Specialist 1 positions in the Local Government Services Division. The Division administers all property tax laws and regulations, distributes sales and use taxes to local taxing authorities, and administers the laws set forth in the Unclaimed Property Act. Each of the 159 Georgia counties has tax offices that assess and collect property tax.

Reporting to the Compliance Specialist Supervisor, this position may be responsible for the following:  processing returns, appraising property, training, reviewing, auditing, and determining compliance with State Law and regulations concerning Property Tax Administration, accepting tax digests. Additionally, the role requires a high degree of initiative, proficient computer skills, customer service & analytical skills, independent judgment, and the ability to multi-task.

Duties may include but are not limited to:

·        Providing technical and administrative support to counties regarding property tax, performing onsite visits, communication via email or USPS, and/or online support of WinGAP appraisal software and perform investigations as instructed by the Governor, the Revenue Commissioner, or as requested by county governing authorities.

·        Training local tax officials and their staff in property administration of ad valorem tax through development and instruction of training courses.

·        Accepting and approving tax digests

·        Receiving, reviewing, and approving annual ad valorem property tax digests to ensure compliance with the submission manual and DOR rules and regulations.

·        Processing taxpayer returns, field review real property, analyze sales and financial data, determine, or obtain proper adjustments to sales prices for nontaxable intangible property values and nontaxable values of standing timber and appraising property owned by public utilities

•     Reviewing Qualified Timberland property for application qualification, as well as, processing, issuing, and auditing Forestland Assistance Grants to local governments.

Entry Qualifications

High school diploma/GED and two years of job-related experience, (Property tax appraisals and/or assessments)

Required Skills & Experience

•  Ability to interpret tax laws, policies, rules, and regulations pertaining to Property Tax administration 
• Customer Service: Ability to appropriately address internal & external customer issues while respecting business needs
• Teamwork and Cooperation: Ability to promote the team atmosphere and work well with co-workers & leadership
• Judgment and Decision Making: Ability to use proper judgment in selecting which issues to handle or re-direct with ability to accept responsibility for one’s actions with honesty and integrity, while maintaining credibility and remaining committed to organizational success.
• Results Orientation: Ability to meet deadlines and achieve performance goals, while focused on efficient & effective problem resolution

 Preferred Qualifications

• Certification: Appraiser level I or greater
  
• Experience with GIS
  
• Experience with property tax digest preparation and submissions
  
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Products to include:
  •  Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio, SQL Server Reporting Services, Adobe Acrobat Pro DC.

Position Status & Pay Grade: Unclassified – Pay Grade K
Hiring Range: $43,268 - $59,000
State Personnel Board Rules for current State Employees
478-1-.12 Salary
478-1-.15 Changes to Employment Status

Location: This position functions as a mobile worker but is assigned to the Department of Revenue South Meadow Facilities at 4125 Welcome All Rd, Atlanta GA, 30349. A valid Georgia driver’s license is required, as this position travels 80% of the time.

About DOR
The Department of Revenue is the principal tax collection agency for the State of Georgia. DOR administers tax laws and enforces laws and regulations concerning alcohol and tobacco products in the state. Our mission is to administer the tax laws of the State of Georgia fairly and efficiently in order to promote public confidence and compliance, while providing excellent customer service.

Benefits We Offer

• 13 paid State holidays
• Annual & Sick Leave accrual
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401(k) 5% employer match

Important:

If you need an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources Office at dor-fmla@dor.ga.gov. All Department of Revenue positions are subject to annual State of Georgia tax records check. Additional background processes may be in place for some positions. The highest level of education indicated on your Team Georgia Careers Profile will be verified.

Due to the large volume of applications received by this office, only applicants selected for interview will be notified for final applicant selection. Human Resources maintains the discretion to close the job announcement prior to the closing date if a significant number of applications are received.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Department of Revenue is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of color, race, national origin, age, sex, religion, or disability. This policy statement applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, training, and termination.

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