This opportunity is for current Washington State Department of Revenue employees only.
Revenue's Interpretations & Technical Advice (ITA) Division is looking for a Rules Coordinator (Tax Policy Specialist 4) to join their team. As the Rules Coordinator, you'll get a chance to supervise a first rate team, utilize your collaborative and global thinking skills, and interact with internal and external DOR stakeholders while developing and managing agency tax policy analysis and application.
The hiring manager may begin reviewing applications by April 25, 2025 and may make a hiring decision any time after. It is in your best interest to apply before then.
ITA is a policy division within the Department that focuses on advancing consistent, legally sound, and well-balanced tax policy. The division is staffed by a team of talented and dedicated professionals. ITA’s work centers around developing legal and policy analysis and technical advice on complex tax and program issues, issuing public guidance including rules and interpretive statements, and issuing letter rulings to taxpayers. ITA serves a wide variety of customers including other Department operating and policy divisions, Executive Management, taxpayers, and businesses. The work ITA performs, and that this position supports, is critical in the development of state, local, and multi-state policy. Culturally, ITA strives to maintain a thriving work environment where staff can grow, enjoy their time, and maintain a reasonable work life balance.
You will contribute to both agency and ITA goals by:- Developing and managing the department's rulemaking processes.
- Leading an interdivisional rules review team to identify agency priorities for public guidance.
- Prioritizing and assigning rules to team members for researching, drafting, and stakeholder engagement work.
- Consulting with agency staff, the ITA Assistant Director and Program Manager, and the Executive division regarding stakeholder engagement needs and strategies for moving forward on complex and/or controversial issues.
- Actively engaging with other members of ITA's management team to identify, develop, and implement ITA goals and initiatives.
- Supervising ITA team members, including mentoring and coaching to enhance their successes and to support them in achieving division and professional goals.
- Work with the TI&E Manager to implement new legislation.
Telework: This position has the flexibility to work remotely most of the time. The duty station is in Tumwater, Washington and the successful candidate may need to occasionally travel to the office for key scheduled meetings or as operational needs dictate. Some candidates may qualify for travel reimbursement. Details of teleworking considerations will be addressed during the interview process.
Education:
Admission to practice law in the State of Washington; or graduation from an accredited school of law and current admission to practice before the highest court of a state.
AND
Experience:
Five years of experience as a Tax Policy Specialist or comparable experience as a government attorney or private attorney practicing in Washington State excise and/or property taxes. An LLM, Master’s, or Ph.D degree in taxation or closely allied field will substitute for three years of experience.
OR
A Bachelor’s degree in business administration, taxation, finance, accounting, public administration, or a related field
AND
Seven years of professional experience in tax policy analysis, tax policy application, or program administration.
Additional qualifying experience will substitute year for year for the required education.
Skills and Abilities/Competencies
- Proficiency with technology to conduct the business of the organization (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and internal systems).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to use data and information to assess and understand issues, evaluate options, form accurate conclusions, and make decisions
- Ability to manage competing and constantly changing work assignments and priorities
- Works quickly and thoroughly with sound judgment to summarize complex issues briefly and accurately
- Ability to properly manage a project to provide a common understanding of the project among team members, sponsors, and stakeholders
- Creative, flexible, and service-oriented approach to work
- Ability to work calmly in stressful operations
- Committed to learning and self-improvement
- Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work
To be considered:
- Update your online profile in detail, as it will be used as your resume.
- Attach a cover letter explaining your interest and qualifications.
*Failure to complete your application or attach your cover letter, may result in the disqualification of your application.*
To take advantage of Veteran's preference, please attach your DD-214, member 4 long form, or your NGB-22. Please blackout your social security number and date of birth before attaching.
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Questions?
Hello, my name is Lance, and I will be assisting with this announcement. As a 20-year Department of Revenue employee, I understand the importance of finding a rewarding career with a work-life balance. At Revenue, we pride ourselves in connecting talented individuals with opportunity and would like to answer any questions you have.
Please contact any member of the Staffing team at
Jobs@dor.wa.gov or give me a call (360) 704-5725.
The Human Resource Division may use referrals from this recruitment to help fill future similar vacancies for up to six months.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
The Department of Revenue is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and offer a respectful, inclusive culture for people with disabilities, as well as members of all protected groups and statuses. We encourage you to apply.
If you need help during the application process, please call the Human Resources Office at 360-704-5731. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
