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Working Title: MinnesotaCare Tax Auditor-Revenue Tax Specialist

Job Class: Revenue Tax Specialist

Agency: Revenue Department

• Job ID : 82782

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 01/02/2025.

• Date Posted : 12/26/2024

• Closing Date : 01/08/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Revenue Dept / Revenue (inc Assessors)-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Special Taxes Division / Spec Tx-MinnesotaCare

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes, up to 50%

• Salary Range: $25.29 - $36.71 / hourly; $52,805 - $76,650 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

MinnesotaCare tax funds the MinnesotaCare health insurance program for low-income individuals. We work with chief financial officers, presidents, certified public accounts, controllers, accountants, tax managers, office administrators, billers, and small business owners while verifying records. We also work with other department and agencies to provide education and compliance.

This position will independently perform MinnesotaCare tax field audits at taxpayer sites; provide education and technical assistance to MinnesotaCare taxpayers and others; and perform other compliance activities. This position is required to travel up to 50 percent of the time, including overnight travel within Minnesota and out-of-state.

This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota, or South Dakota. Telework eligibility is based on the business needs of the unit and is at supervisory discretion. Commuting to the St. Paul office location for occasional in-person meetings is expected.

This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year of full-time professional experience in accounting or auditing

OR

Three (3) years of experience providing administrative support duties working with taxes or conducting research and analysis work

An Associate's Degree may substitute for 6 months of experience. Bachelor's degree may substitute one (1) year of experience; master's degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience; PhD substitutes for twenty-four (24) months of experience.

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

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including using formulas and pivot tables, sorting data, formatting spreadsheets and cells, and linking data between worksheets.

• Ability to manage multiple projects at a time.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to write reports.

• Experience using the Department of Revenue's GenTax system.

• Knowledge and experience reading and interpreting Explanation of Benefits (EOBs) and other health insurance claim reimbursement documents.

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).

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 is needed.