Tax Examiner I - Augusta

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Maine Revenue Services

Compliance Division

Special Enforcement Unit – Levy Section

Tax Examiner I

*** Multiple Vacancies***

There are multiple Tax Examiner I vacancies currently, be sure to apply to each one to be considered for all positions

Opening Date: July 27, 2026

Closing Date: August 10, 2026

Grade / Admin Unit: 18 / Professional /Technical

Job Class Code: 0511
Salary: $32.40- $33.70*/Hourly (*Included 27.25% recruitment and retention stipend)
Position Number: 016303986

Location:  Augusta

Telework: Not Available

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

JOB DESCRITPTION:
This position is located within the Compliance Division, Special Enforcement Unit at 51 Commerce Drive, Augusta, Maine.  This Unit collects taxes using enforced collection measures which include levy, seizure, civil litigation, revocation of seller’s certificates, blocking and revoking of professional licenses.

This is entry-level administrative work learning the examination, review, assessment, and collection of all the taxes administered by Maine Revenue Services.  The Tax Examiner I is a trainee position which, upon successful completion and demonstration of certain specified competencies after 12 months, results in advancement to Tax Examiner II, and upon successful completion and demonstration of certain specified competencies after 12 months as a Tax Examiner II, results in advancement to Tax Examiner III.  

Responsibilities involve performing work in applying laws, rules and regulations, and reviewing assessments. Applicants must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.    A successful applicant must be able to communicate and write clearly and effectively; have the ability to comprehend federal and state tax law; possess excellent math skills with knowledge of basic accounting principles; and have the ability to deal effectively with taxpayers and their representatives in confrontational situations. Work is performed under limited supervision and requires the highest degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews tax returns, applications and records for completeness and accuracy.
• Identifies appropriate levy sources and determines if due process has been met.
• Answers telephones, writes letters, and communicates with a wide variety of people at all levels.
• Establishes taxpayer’s ability to pay and collects taxes through enforced collection measures and negotiates payment terms.
• Discusses and explains various tax forms, laws, and policies with taxpayers and their representatives.
• Explains state tax law, rules, regulations, statutes and polices to POAs, Certified Public Accountants, and taxpayers; explains basis and breakdown of tax liabilities and filing requirements.
• Interprets and applies federal and state tax codes for personal, business, and corporate taxes.
• Performs financial analysis for levies, payment plans, and offers-in-compromise.
• Prepares cases for charge off and works problem resolution cases.
• Prepares letters and other correspondence as necessary.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of State tax laws, rules, and regulations.
• Knowledge of accounting procedures and systems.
• Knowledge of state and federal tax forms.
• Knowledge of computerized taxation system.
• Knowledge of tax collection procedures.
• Ability to negotiate tax payment plans.
• Ability to explain tax laws, rules, procedures, and forms.
• Ability to deal effectively with taxpayers.
• Ability to present and defend technical and administrative decisions.
• Ability to write clear, concise reports.
• Ability to examine tax returns/forms and detect irregularities and errors.
• Ability to apply business mathematics in defining and solving problems associated with tax enforcement and compliance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution -OR- four (4) years of equivalent post-secondary education, training, and/or professional level experience in accounting, tax collection, finance, or directly related computer science that demonstrates the ability to use independent judgment, initiative, and discretion to make decisions on complex matters.

Preference will be given to candidates with the following skills or experience: (Remove if not applicable)  

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Please submit a cover letter along with a current resume and three (3) professional references.

In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

CONTACT INFORMATION: For more information or questions specific to the position, please contact Name and email address/phone number (default will be: recruiting.ggsc@maine.gov)   

All job candidates applying for Maine Revenue Services’ positions will be subject to a tax clearance check.  To be selected for a position, all returns must be filed, and tax liabilities must be paid in full.  The results of the tax clearance check will be documented as part of the selection process. 

For all candidates not currently employed at Maine Revenue Services: State law requires that applicants seeking initial employment with Maine Revenue Services undergo a fingerprint based state and federal criminal history record check.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. 
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.11% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee. 
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act. 
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.  

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

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