Tax Conferee

The Tax Conferee is responsible for considering taxpayer protests of proposed assessments and proposed disallowances of refunds issued by the Division of Revenue (“Revenue”), which provides an informal appeals process for taxpayers.  This may include meetings with taxpayers and their representatives and Revenue personnel to further develop facts underlying the return position or refund claim.  The Conferee researches applicable law and advises the Director of Revenue regarding its applicability to factual scenarios that are established through the protest process.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Hears all cases brought before the Division appealing assessments and disallowance of refunds.
   
• Consults with the applicable Assistant Director, Deputy Director or Director with regard to the impact of the appeals decision on Division policy and procedures.
   
• Prepares Division tax rulings, in response to requests from taxpayers and/or their attorneys for interpretation of the law as it applies to specific facts.
   
• Consults with the appropriate Assistant Director, Deputy Director, or Director with respect to areas of tax law requiring interpretation.  Researches the laws and regulations of other states as well as case law decision to ensure well-reasoned interpretations.
   
• Prepares semi-monthly status reports of taxpayer appeals.
   
• Explains and interprets Division policies and procedures regarding the appeals process to members of practitioner organizations such as Delaware State Bar Association and Society of C.P.A.'s.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Tax Conferee
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

1. Possession of a Juris Doctor.
2. Three years experience in interpreting personal, corporate, inheritance and estate tax laws.
3. Three years experience in tax liability determination which includes analyzing and evaluating tax records in order to determine tax liability in accordance with federal or Delaware tax laws, rules, and regulations.

Criminal background check:  A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.  The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at http://ben.omb.delaware.gov/

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at www.delawarestatejobs.com.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.  The State of Delaware – An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.