Income Tax & Withholding Systems Leadworker
- Closing Date: 04/24/2024
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Revenue Dept / Revenue (inc Assessors)-MAPE
- Division/Unit: Income Tax & Withholding / ITW-Program Development
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: No
- Salary Range: $35.13 - $52.25 / hourly; $73,351 - $109,098 / annually
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
- FLSA Status: Nonexempt
- Telework Eligible: Yes
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
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
Our mission at the Department of Revenue is working together to fund the future for all of Minnesota. One of the ways we accomplish this mission is by creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment where our employees are encouraged to thrive and achieve their goals. We value each employee and support their professional and personal growth. Come join us today!
As a Income Tax & Withholding Systems Leadworker in the Income Tax and Withholding Division, you will collaborate with management, business system users, coordinators, and developers across the division and department to maintain business needs in our internal systems. You will engage with others to problem solve system issues and develop innovative solutions.
You will lead and support a unit dedicated to providing system support for Individual Income Tax, Property Tax Refund, and Withholding Tax. Additionally, you will lead and participate on agency and division wide projects, committees, and task forces. You will excel in this position by demonstrating excellent communication skills, problem solving skills, process improvement skills, and a passion for learning.
Teleworking employees are required to live in Minnesota or in a state bordering Minnesota.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Four (4) years* of professional experience in performing business analysis or project management functions.
*A bachelor's degree in business management, Project Management, Information Technology, or related field may substitute one (1) year of the required professional experience and a master's degree as described above may substitute18 months of required experience.
Additionally, successful candidates must possess the following which may be assessed further during the interview process:
- Experience working as a project leader or lead worker demonstrating the ability to successfully communicate, motivate, and direct the work of other staff on project and work tasks.
- Experience working collaboratively with a team and building lasting professional relationships.
- Clear and concise communication, both verbally and in writing.
- Strong problem solving and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in project management to effectively manage a project from idea to implementation.
- Experience managing a variety of tasks in various stages involving multiple stakeholders at various leadership levels.
- Extensive experience working with the department’s internal integrated tax systems.
- Knowledge of and experience interpreting and applying state and federal laws, regulations, rulings, and DOR administrative policies relating to Minnesota individual income tax, property tax refund, and withholding tax statutes.
- Experience preparing project plans, system documentation, policies, and system operating procedures.
- Experience identifying and analyzing problems, then researching and implementing innovative solutions.
- Experience presenting ideas to a variety of audiences at various leadership levels.
Physical Requirements
Requires occasional moving of articles up to 20 pounds, such as boxes, accounting records, a laptop computer, and a 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 Shelley Marty at shelley.marty@state.mn.us.
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Shelley Marty at shelley.marty@state.mn.us.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for this interview and/or testing process, please contact the Department of Revenue ADA Coordinator at revenue.eai@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.