Posting number: 2022-01
Department: (NCS) TAXATION
Job classification: ~EXEMPT POSITIONS
Posting type: Transfer
Categories: Accounting and Finance, Legal, Investigative
This recruitment is for the Department of Taxation for OAHU ONLY
Your application may be rejected if the required documentation as identified below is not submitted at the time of application. A legible photocopy of your application with current information and an original signature may be accepted.
You must submit the following forms / documentation together with your application or your application may be rejected: ONLY transcripts will be accepted. A photocopy will be accepted, however, DoTAX reserves the right to request for an official copy.
The Department of Taxation will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.
Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner.
Under the general supervision of the Special Enforcement Section Supervisor, the position assist with investigative activities in the detection of violation of laws, rules, and regulations covered under Title 14, Taxation, specifically under Section 231, and under jurisdiction of the Department of Taxation; assist investigators by providing support in gathering and organizing information and the preparation of written reports or spreadsheets, assists in conducting office examination of tax returns to verify accuracy and completeness of information and performing other tasks required to support investigators in the performance of their duties and the achievement of the Special Enforcement Section’s goals.
KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of relevant Hawaii tax laws, rules, procedures, tax rates, exemptions, deductions, extensions, credits, assessments, delinquent taxes, business licensing, tax office operations such as filing and information recording systems, both manual and computerized as they apply to filing returns, tax search and collection methods and procedures, not required but highly desired, interviewing techniques.
SKILLS/ABILITIES: Ability to think logically and analytically and to communicate effectively orally and in within in the English language; ability to elicit information from individuals and judge the relevance of such information; ability to read, understand and explain materials such as tax rules, laws, memoranda, procedures, and penalties; ability to accurately compute tax liabilities, penalties, and interest; ability to use and operate calculating devices, computers, and other digital devices. Ability to us tact and sound judgment to deal effectively with taxpayers, co-workers, and others; ability to follow oral and written procedures and instructions; ability to understand and impact the actions taken and recommendations made regarding taxpayers; ability to plan, prioritize and organize work.
EDUCATION: High school graduate
EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience which demonstrated numerical facility and logical, analytical thinking and involved reviewing documents to ensure that numerical data and arithmetic computations are complete, accurate, properly categorized and recorded, and in accordance with pertinent rules, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, ETC:
Employee is required to have a valid State of Hawaii Driver’s License.
Governor Josh Green and the State of Hawai'i are always looking for talented individuals to help improve the services that the people of Hawai'i depend on every day.
No matter your interest, the State of Hawai‘i has a rewarding career waiting for you with jobs sites across O‘ahu – from Kāne‘ohe to Honolulu and ‘Ewa to Kaimukī – as well as on Kaua‘i, Maui, Moloka‘i, Lāna‘i and Hawai‘i Island.
The State of Hawai‘i provides stable employment, professional development, and advancement opportunities throughout your career. Whether your graduating high school, in college or already a part of the workforce, employment with the State of Hawai‘i is worth looking into, especially for the employee benefits. In addition to your annual salary, state benefits include the following: 21 paid vacation days per year, 21 paid sick days per year, 13 (14 in an election year) paid holidays per year, partial employer-paid health insurance (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription), a defined benefit pension plan based on your years of service, transportation, and other pre-tax benefits.
State of Hawai‘i employees are hard-working, dedicated, and strive to make Hawai‘i a better place for our family, friends, neighbors, and future generations. We have positions open in every department, no matter what you’re passionate about. Our employees provide assistance through accounting, human resources, information technology, and clerical support services. Additionally, many other careers provide services to and take care of our communities and our residents through healthcare, education, and social services. State employees maintain our harbors, airports, roads and highways; support for our vulnerable residents by our court system, corrections and rehabilitation, and law enforcement. Our employees manage and care for the land and ocean, protect our forests and wildlife from invasive species, and work to develop a sustainable Hawai‘i for future generations.
