This Recruitment is Open to the Public

The Georgia Department of Revenue seeks to fill an Attorney I, II, or III position within the Tax Policy Division, Indirect Tax Section. Reporting to the Managing Attorney in the Tax Policy Division, you will be responsible for providing analysis and/or recommendations on legal issues within the scope and authority of the agency.

Key duties include but are not limited to assisting the Tax Policy Division with implementation and administration of new statutory mandates. The successful candidate will perform detailed research and analysis and will assist with the promulgation of new regulations. Additionally, the candidate will review and advise on questions related to sales and use tax exemptions and the motor fuel tax. Duties also include drafting legal instruments, policy bulletins, and legal opinions, as well as participating in the negotiation of settlement agreements and tax controversies.

Sample technical competencies:

·Working collaboratively with the legislature, judiciary, and other executive branch agencies.

·Conducting legal review of taxpayer inquiries, exemption requests, and taxpayer protests.

·Effective communication with businesses and other taxpayers to receive feedback on prospective regulations and legislation.

·Drafting regulations and advising on proposed legislation.

·Analyzing, organizing, and presenting facts in a clear and logical form in both oral and written presentation.

Minimum Entry Qualifications for the Attorney 1:

Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and license to practice law in the State of Georgia or eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination or reciprocity (must obtain Law License).

Minimum Entry Qualifications for the Attorney 2:

Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and license to practice law in the State of Georgia or eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination or reciprocity and One year of relevant legal experience or One year of experience required at the lower-level Attorney 1 (LEP020).

Minimum Entry Qualifications for the Attorney 3:

Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and license to practice law in the State of Georgia or eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination or reciprocity and Two years of relevant legal experience or Two years of experience required at the lower-level Attorney 2 (LEP021).

Required Skills & Experience

• Legal Writing Sample: Submission of a writing sample, not to exceed 10 pages, from a brief, memo, or other similar document.To receive consideration, this must be attached to your profile/application.
• Customer Service: Ability to provide professional legal services to agency divisions.
• Teamwork and Cooperation: Ability to work collaboratively with project teams.
• Results Orientation: Ability to work independently under general supervision to move projects toward completion.
• Judgment and Decision Making: Ability to weigh the needs of the agency to determine the best course of action for all parties.
• Communication skills:Ability to analyze and organize facts and present them in a clear and logical form, both verbally and in writing, to a variety of audiences. 
• Accountability: Ability to accept responsibility for one's actions with honesty and integrity, while remaining committed to organizational success.

Preferred Qualifications

·Knowledge of tax laws or professional tax experience.

·Prior work experience or internship in a law office or accounting firm or for a judge or legislator.

·Knowledge of the legislative process.

·Coursework in Tax and Corporate Law, Economics, Accounting, Finance, or related fields.

·Knowledge of statutes, court decisions, and state and federal laws and regulations.

Position Status & Pay Grade: Unclassified –Pay Grade K, L, or M

Hiring Range: (dependent upon experience)Attorney 1 (Pay Grade K): $63,000 to $65,000

Attorney 2 (Pay Grade L): $70,000 to $72,000

Attorney 3 (Pay Grade M): $77,000 to $80,000

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Location: Department of Revenue Agency Headquarters 1800 Century Blvd NE, Atlanta GA 30345*** This vacancy requires office hours of 8:30am – 5pm, Monday – Friday. Participation in DOR’s telework program is offered, contingent upon demonstrated proficiency after training and is subject to change based on DOR policies and ability to meet performance expectations.

About DOR

The Department of Revenue is the principal tax collection agency for the State of Georgia. DOR administers tax laws and enforces laws and regulations concerning alcohol and tobacco products in the state. Our mission is to administer the tax laws of the State of Georgia fairly and efficiently to promote public confidence and compliance, while providing excellent customer service.

Benefits We Offer

• 13 paid State holidays
• Annual & Sick Leave accrual
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401(k) 5% Employer match

Important:

If you need an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources Office at (404) 417-2154.

All Department of Revenue positions are subject to annual State of Georgia tax records check.

Additional background processes may be in place for some positions.

The highest level of education indicated on your Team Georgia Careers Profile will be verified.

Due to the large volume of applications received by this office, only applicants selected for interview will be notified for final applicant selection. Human Resources maintains the discretion to close the job announcement prior to the closing date if a significant number of applications are received.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Department of Revenue is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of color, race, national origin, age, sex, religion, or disability. This policy statement applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, training, and termination.

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