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The Department of Revenue is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Taxpayer Information Specialist 3. The Taxpayer Information Specialist 3 will represent the Taxpayer Information & Assistance SRO Team by serving as the second-tier customer service representative for both in-person and online taxpayers. This role will be responsible for providing intermediate-level and accurate information to taxpayer inquiries and/or triaging taxpayers to senior team members for assistance.
This position may be available for remote work within Arizona (minimum 2-3 days per week in the office).
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility autonomy and trust. Across our many agencies boards and commissions many State employees participate in the States Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes in offices and in hoteling spaces. All work including remote work should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Taxpayer Information and Assistance Processing
Technical review of taxpayer returns and records to determine validity of the information and/or make corrections
Accurate interpretation and advisement of tax law rules and procedures to assist taxpayers with their specific needs
Thorough research of taxpayer information applicable statutes/rulings and policies to determine and establish appropriate billings adjustments and/or refunds
Determine and follow an action plan for the resolution of taxpayer inquiries
Process and complete applicable ADOR taxpayer forms pertaining to Individual Income Corporate Income Transaction Privilege Tax and Use Withholding and Bonding and Licensing tax
Perform responses to emails and tickets for refunds and general account assistance
Customer Service
Provides intermediate-level second-tier information to in-person taxpayers and online via Live Chat and emails
Documents taxpayer interactions and/or transactions and records details of inquiries complaints or comments and any actions taken
Refers unresolved customer grievances or inquiries and escalates third-tier taxpayer inquiries and grievances to senior team members
Educating taxpayers in registration and use of departments business website
Agency/Department Compliance & Continuous Improvement
Remains current on all laws regulations policies and best practices related to taxation through regular engagement in activities such as: self-directed research conferring with other practitioners and technical experts; subscriptions to regulatory/legal/industry newsletters and briefs; membership industry associations and attendance at meetings/events; and or participation in training and others continuing education opportunities.
Actively contributes to team and individual effectiveness through the following: -
Attends staff meetings and huddles of work unit or district; and may cascade and track information as indicated
Completes all required training in a timely manner.
Additional Job Demands
In the course of performing the essential duties one must be able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
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Knowledge/Understanding
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services
Intermediate knowledge of state tax statutes laws regulations rules and policies
Skills
Strong verbal written and active listening skills
Strong customer service skills to include conflict de-escalation and resolution techniques
Strong mathematical skills such as addition subtraction multiplication division percentage and averages
Abilities
Ability to clear a comprehensive background and clearance process that includes an Arizona tax compliance verification and a criminal background check through the FBI via level one fingerprint clearance through the Arizona Department of Public Safety
Ability to work a rotating schedule of being in-office and remote work within the state of Arizona
Ability to work in a confidential manner ensuring information is shared with internal and external individuals in an appropriate manner
Willingness and ability to embody ADORs core values of Do the Right Thing Commit to Excellence and Care About One Another
| Selective Preference(s): |
The ideal candidate for this position will have:
Any combination that meets the knowledge skills and abilities (KSA); typical ways KSAs are obtained may include but are not limited to: a High School Diploma (HSD) or General Education Degree (GED) coursework training and work experience relevant to the assignment.
Minimum of one year related experience
Experience working in a high production environment
Previous experience with Continuous Improvement Six Sigma and/or Lean
Previous experience in customer service emphasizing on professionally and courteously serving customers in a fast paced environment
Bilingual in English and Spanish
| Pre-Employment Requirements: |
The final candidate will be required to abide by the the following pre-employment checks:
Employment Verification and Reference Checks
State and Federal Criminal Background Check including fingerprinting
Arizona Tax Filing Records Check
If applicable ASEDRA Authorized Driver Identification Check
| Benefits: |
The State of Arizona provides a world class comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical dental life and short-term disability insurance plans
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Stipend Opportunities
Infant at Work Program
Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave programhere. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page
| Retirement: |
State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
Top ranked Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) provides 100% employer matched contributions (enrollment eligibility will be effective after 27 weeks of State employment). ASRS provides a lifelong benefit based on years of service earned or worked and your ending salary. Learn more about ASRS at: Us:
If you have any questions need assistance or would like to request a reasonable accommodation please contact the ADOR Talent Team at .
*The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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The Arizona Department of Revenue is consistently striving towards recruiting individuals who are committed to providing quality services to the citizens of Arizona and are passionate about creating solutions to the ever-evolving decisions faced within state government.