Tax Examiner 1

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

22h • $41,506 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Tax Examiner 1 with the Department of Revenue, you will learn to review and verify tax information that supports the Commonwealth’s financial stability. The position focuses on learning to review, evaluate, and support the processing of individual tax returns, developing accuracy, analytical skills, and sound decision-making as work becomes more complex. Duties include examining returns and related materials for errors or missing information, assessing tax documents, requesting additional information, verifying calculations, correcting returns or payments, and responding to questions about tax return issues or adjustments.

This is a full-time position with work hours of 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. After successfully completing six months of in-office training, the employee may have the opportunity to telework part-time up to three days per week. Telework requires a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location in Pennsylvania. Employees unable to telework may report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Telework availability may change.

The starting annual salary for candidates new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is $41,506. The position provides access to Federal Tax Information and requires passing an enhanced background check before employment begins, including criminal history checks, fingerprint-based federal records check, Pennsylvania State Police clearance, local law-enforcement checks for applicable locations within the previous five years, and citizenship/residency verification.

Requirements

• Two years of general office work, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.
• Pass an enhanced background check required for access to Federal Tax Information, including applicable criminal history reports, fingerprint-based federal records check, Pennsylvania State Police clearance, local law-enforcement checks, and citizenship/residency verification.
• Provide relevant, detailed experience and education information on the application; resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be considered for eligibility.
• If claiming education in supplemental application answers, attach college transcripts; unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Examine individual tax returns and related materials to identify errors, missing information, or irregularities.
• Assess legal tax documents and reference materials to support accurate tax processing.
• Prepare and send follow-up documentation requests to gather information needed to complete return processing.
• Verify mathematical calculations on tax forms and ensure figures are carried to the correct locations.
• Initiate transfer transactions to correct returns or payments when errors are found.
• Respond verbally and in writing to internal and external contacts’ questions about tax return issues or adjustments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed