Taxpayer Advocate Grad Intern

City of New York • New York, NY

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About The Position

NYC Department of Finance (DOF) is responsible for administering the tax revenue laws of the city fairly, efficiently, and transparently to instill public confidence and encourage compliance while providing exceptional customer service. DOF’s Office of the Taxpayer Advocate (OTA) is an independent office within the Department of Finance which assists customers who have been unable to resolve their tax issues through normal Department of Finance channels. In addition, the Office of the Taxpayer Advocate makes systemic recommendations to improve DOF policies and procedures. OTA’s base matters consist of NYC property, business, and certain excise tax issues. OTA provides both case advocacy and systemic problem resolution on cases involving NYC business and excise taxes and property taxes. OTA is seeking a Taxpayer Advocate Grad Intern, that is currently enrolled as a graduate or law school student. Reporting to the Taxpayer Advocate or Attorney Advisor, the selected candidate’s duties and responsibilities will include but not limited to the following:

Requirements

• Candidates must be currently enrolled in a graduate degree program in an accredited college, university or law school.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assisting Case Advocate on researching and investigating facts in cases
• Researching policy implicated by systemic problems.
• Assisting the Taxpayer Advocate in her annual report of the 10 most serious problems facing NYC taxpayers.
• Attending task force or working group meetings on issues or projects that the Taxpayer Advocate is involved in.
• Attend outreach events with tax professionals and NYC taxpayers.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees