Job Description

Job Description and Duties

THIS POSITION MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE. THE AMOUNT OF TELEWORK IS AT THE DISCRETION OF THE DEPARTMENT AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS BUSINESS NEEDS ARISE.

STAFF TAX AUDITOR - EMPLOYMENT DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

Would you like to make an impact in public service? Are you looking for a career that combines work-life balance with fantastic benefits? Look no further and join one of the largest tax collection agencies in the nation!

The Tax Branch of the Employment Development Department (EDD) has one (1) immediate opening to fill a Staff Tax Auditor (STA) vacancy in the Field Audit and Compliance Division's, Sacramento Area Audit Office's, Technical Audit & Outreach Group

This is a great promotional or transfer opportunity for an experienced auditor to take a new step on your career path while working in a fantastic office!

Under the general direction of the Tax Administrator I, the STA conducts audit review on the majority of completed audits of the most difficult, complex, and sensitive accounts typically involving the largest employers with multiple status issues and computerized accounting systems. The incumbent will represent the Department at tax or benefit hearings, review and prepare responses to petitions, and identify and develop audit leads for out-of-state and local Area Audit Offices. The incumbent may serve as a lead person.

See the STA duty statement linked below for more details.

This is a fantastic opportunity to use your knowledge, skills and experience to contribute to the integrity of California's employment tax laws. Become a part of the Sacramento Area Audit Office, if you are ready for a challenging career that will improve the lives of others.

This position is headquartered in Sacramento, CA and may be eligible for telework under EDD's telework policy. California Government Code Section 14200 requires employees to reside in California to telecommute. Employees are required to report to their headquarters office, as needed. Travel expenses to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee.

HOW TO APPLY:

STEP 1: Create an Account on
STEP 2: Check your Staff Tax Auditor exam eligibility (this exam is a Promotional Exam)
STEP 3: Complete Application Package (including Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents)
STEP 4: Electronically Submit Application Package on CalCareers

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Position exists at 3321 Power Inn Road, Sacramento CA 95628
The Sacramento AAO amenities include:

Nearby light rail and bus stops.
Free parking is available.
Nearby green spaces for walking.
Walking distance to eateries and shopping.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

Travel is required for this position and may include overnight and/or out of state work out of the office, and/or in an outstation setting which requires a higher level of independence and self-motivation.

Special Requirements

It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at .

Please only submit ONE application.  Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.

If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the “Application Instructions’ section below and ensure the following:

• Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Classification Title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment STD Form 678.
• Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the “Explanations” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
• Remove and do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (Page 10) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.  This page is for examination use only.
• Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.

Examination/Assessment

To apply for this position, you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired.

For more information about the State hiring process,  click here . To watch tutorials on how to apply for a State job,  click here .

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Possession of excellent written and oral communication skills to clearly communicate audit/investigation findings.
Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with management, supervisors, staff and the general public.
Ability to secure and analyze information, evidence and facts and render sound status determination.
Ability to represent the EDD before the Administrative Law Judge for tax and benefit hearing purposes.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website,  , and the CalPERS website,  .

Statement of Qualifications Requirements

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.  The SOQ is not a resume or cover letter.

Applications received without an SOQ or those that do not follow the specific format or respond to the specific statement below may be disqualified from further consideration.

SOQ Instructions:
The SOQ should be typed in a paragraph format using 12-point Arial style font, be single spaced, and not exceed 2 pages in length, while providing a thoughtful, detailed answer to all portions of the following prompt. Be sure to provide examples.

1. Please detail your knowledge and experience that demonstrate your ability to do each of the following:

•    Understand and apply the law, policy, and/or procedure
•     Accurately review the work of others and provide effective feedback
•     Effectively communicate with all levels of staff and management
•     Coach and mentor others

Resumes and/or cover letters DO NOT take the place of the SOQ. Applications received without an SOQ or SOQs that do not include a response to each statement above will not receive further consideration and will be excluded from the hiring process.   

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -
  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required.
  Please see “Statement of Qualifications Requirements” section for more information about the SOQ.

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