Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior

• Closing Date: 3/29/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Revenue Dept / Revenue (inc Assessors)-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: Corporate Franchise Tax Division / Corporate-Field Group #1
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $18.26 - $22.26 / hourly
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
• Work Area: Corporate Franchise Tax
• End Date: 12/31/2024
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: No

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Job Summary

The Corporate Franchise Tax Division at the Minnesota Department of Revenue is looking for up to eight student workers for part-time work (20-30 hours) during school and up to full-time during school breaks.  Employment will commence on or around June 5th, 2024 and continue through December 31, 2024 with possibility of extension.

Candidates should be available to work between twenty and thirty hours a week.  Work hours are flexible and may be adjusted to fit class schedules, but must occur between 7:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

This position may count towards internship credit with your university.  You will need to work with your university to determine if this position will qualify as an internship.  Primary responsibility is providing timely and accurate customer service, education, and information to ensure taxpayers understand and comply with Minnesota income laws.  The student workers will respond to general correspondence involving Minnesota corporate franchise tax laws.

The successful applicants will communicate with taxpayers by phone, letter, and email to facilitate taxpayer compliance.  In addition, this position will perform office audits, perform audit lead evaluations, and data entry.  Additional tasks relating to tax audit and other customer service projects may be assigned.

These positions will work in St. Paul and may be allowed to work remotely on occasion.  Teleworking employees are required to live in Minnesota or a bordering state in a county along the Minnesota state line.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Undergraduate student (in second or third year) in a business related field of study, such as Accounting, Mathematics, Economics, Business Administration, or Business Management.

Applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following during the interview process:

• Human relation and communication skills necessary to perform above job duties and work with customers in a professional effective manner
• Knowledge of personal computers, including knowledge of work processing, spreadsheet, and database applications
• Math, English, and analytical skills necessary to independently perform the duties of the position
• Ability to take direction well and complete tasks in a highly accurate and timely fashion
• Ability to maintain confidential information

(Note: To be eligible for appointment as a Student Worker, you must be a student enrolled in a post-secondary or graduate program or planning to enroll within three months.  If you are enrolled at a credit-granting institution, you must carry at least six semester credits; if enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers on credit per class, you must be taking two or more classes per semester.  Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on a dissertation.  You will be asked to complete an Educational Verification from prior to appointment.)

Preferred Qualifications

Enrolled in an undergraduate program with an accounting emphasis.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.

Additional Requirements

Prior to an offer of employment, a background check will be conducted.  This will include, but is not limited to checking degrees and licensures, criminal history, and tax filing and payment history.  All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Application Details

How to Apply 

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Mai See Moua at mai.see.moua@state.mn.us.

About Revenue Dept 

The Minnesota Department of Revenue works to fund the future for all of Minnesotans. We manage over 30 different taxes and collect $26.7 billion annually in state taxes, which funds state programs such as healthcare, transportation, public safety, and early childhood, K-12, and higher education.

Revenue is dedicated to an inclusive work environment that celebrates and values the diversity of each employee and reflects the communities we serve. We're committed to a culture of inclusion where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and thrive.

We value a work life balance for our employees, and many of our employees telework in a full or hybrid capacity. For those that come to the office, regularly or occasionally, we invested in a state-of-the-art hybrid workspace located at the Stassen building in St. Paul.

Find out more about us on our website. 
 

Why Work for Us 

Diverse Workforce 

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found: 

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission 
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs 
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job 
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule 

Comprehensive Benefits 

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include: 

• Public pension plan 
• Training and professional development 
• Paid vacation and sick leave 
• 11 paid holidays each year 
• Paid parental leave 
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage 
• Prescription drug coverage 
• Vision coverage 
• Wellness programs and resources 
• Employer paid life insurance 
• Short-term and long-term disability 
• Health care spending and savings accounts 
• Dependent care spending account 
• Tax-deferred compensation 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program 

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota. 

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.