Tax Conferee I
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Tax Conferee I
Salary
$91,320.00 Annually
Location
USA, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
TAA-01087-08.2025
Department
Department of Revenue
Division
Tax Conferee
Opening Date
08/15/2025
Closing Date
8/29/2025 5:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Eden Davis - edenrose.davis@state.co.us
Primary Physical Work Address
This is a remote position that is primarily tasked with performing work duties via flex-place (aka telework, work-from-home arrangements) with infrequent on-site visits with client groups
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
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Department Information
The mission of the Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR) is to become a trusted partner to every Coloradan to help them navigate the complexities of government so they can thrive. We are driven by our values of service, teamwork, accountability, integrity, and respect.
The vision of the department is to empower businesses and individuals through quality customer service, innovation, and collaboration. We celebrate diversity and support an equitable and inclusive culture. We embrace our differences because we believe this brings innovation to our work. For more exciting information about the Department of Revenue, please enjoy this brief video !
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Description of Job
Tax Conferee exists to plan and execute the state's programs of tax dispute resolution and tax litigation as directed by the Director of the CDOR, to relieve the Director of the burden for management of the program and the myriad of formal hearings on tax disputes. The incumbents review, evaluate, negotiate and take final agency action on tax disputes for all state taxes, and as trustee for the statutory home rule cities, counties, and special districts' sales and use taxes. The section negotiates, drafts, and executes settlement agreements between the Department and taxpayers to resolve disputes prior to litigation.
The section also coordinates the Department's participation in litigation with the Attorney General's Office for the disputes that are not settled. It helps interpret and implement legislatively and judicially mandated changes in tax laws. The section also provides assistance to other divisions of the Department of Revenue, cities and counties, individuals, and businesses in the interpretation, application, and administration of the Colorado Revised Statutes, regulations, case law, and all other promulgations of the Department of Revenue
This positionmeets with taxpayers and their representatives to discuss, evaluate and resolve tax protest issues for all CDOR administered taxes. Position makes independent and final agency actions by planning and conducting informal conferences and negotiations on behalf of the director. Position applies the principles and standards of accounting, auditing, and legal research to develop strategies for negotiations. Position provides a level of review between tax sections and formal hearings by reviewing the agency's tax assessment and refund denial actions for appropriateness; researching appropriate guidance and legal decisions that involves the evaluation of the history of specific legal authorities to determine their relevance under current authorities; and making a determination on the case being protested. Position is expected to identify the tax due under law, regulations, or sustainable facts; and propose and negotiate acceptable solutions in terms of a total tax collection perspective of the state or local tax authority. When cases are unable to be resolved at this level, position requests a formal hearing by the Executive Director and notifies the Attorney General's office of the requirement to assign an attorney. Position works with the assigned attorney general to represent the department and manage the case through pre-trial, trial, post-trial, and appeals. Positions also act as mediator for protests involving home rule cities. Position is also the senior authority level tax specialist that functions as a staff expert in tax cases.
Job Duties:
Review & Research Issues in Protested Tax Disputes
Hold Informal Conferences & Discuss Issues in Protested Tax Disputes
Negotiate & Resolve Protested Tax Disputes
Assist in Litigation of Protested Tax Disputes
Document & Implement Protested Tax Dispute Resolutions
Tax video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GE30JDBTSJo
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Residency Requirement:
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience Only: Six (6) years of relevant experience in state tax auditing, tax litigation, or tax return preparation which involved large multi-state or multi-national corporate tax returns requiring complex apportioning of income and/or combining of parent/subsidiary income ,or
Education and Experience: A combination of related education in Accounting, Business, Finance, Public Administration or Taxation and/or relevant professional experience in state tax auditing, tax litigation, or tax return preparation which involved large multi-state or multi-national corporate tax returns requiring complex apportioning of income and/or combining of parent/subsidiary income equal to six (6) years. Substitutions include Advanced degree (Master, LLM) in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation and/or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
NOTE: If submitting a transcript, certification or other relevant materials, candidates may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Preferred Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:
Excellent interpersonal skills
Experience in legal/tax research
Excellent oral and written communication skills
A significant amount of high-level experience in tax auditing or tax litigation
Experience in a legal setting or legal proceedings litigating, negotiation, or resolving disputes
An active Colorado Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or Master of Taxation or LLM in Taxation
Excellent skills with Microsoft Office & Google Suite products
Familiarity with GenTax
Conditions of Employment with the CDOR:
Employees are in a position of public trust in the performance of their job duties and must operate in a manner that maintains the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and public confidence.
As a condition of employment with the CDOR, all personnel must file all necessary Colorado Individual Income Tax (CIIT) returns and pay tax obligations, therefore all employees must undergo a pre-employment evaluation of their tax records/accounts to ensure compliance with this policy. Final candidates must also complete a successful background investigation and reference check prior to appointment. Certain positions based on duties may require scheduled background investigations.
Pursuant to the Universal Driving Standards Policy (https://osc.colorado.gov/sites/osc/files/documents/Universal%20Policy%20Driving%20Standards.pdf) , any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle.
To be compliant with the new fleet vehicle policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) will be pulled for review for workers who:
Have an assigned State fleet vehicle
Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position
Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle
Minimum Qualification Screening
A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application, to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Only complete applications submitted before the closing date of this announcement will be reviewed.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application.
Cover letters and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application. Part-time work experience will be prorated.
Recommended attachments: Resume, Cover letter, Transcript, License (CPA), all other documents that pertain to individual qualifications
List your employment history starting with the most recent job, including part-time, temporary, and volunteer jobs. If more than one job was held with a given organization, list each job held as a separate period of employment.
Information must be accurate, including dates of employment. If it is found that information provided is falsified, you will not be considered for a job with the State of Colorado and/or may be removed from a job after hire.
The eligible list established from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.
Email Address:
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
Appeal Rights:
An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.
As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.
Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department's action.
For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules .
Supplemental Information
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Compliance
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
The Colorado Department of Revenue is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA inbox, dor_ohr@state.co.us.
We are committed to building work environments that are inclusive and reflect our communities and the diverse talents of all people. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.
If not applying online, submit application to:
If you are not able to submit an online application, a paper application is available at this link: PDF State Paper Application (https://careers.colorado.gov/sites/careers/files/documents/Colorado-Paper-Application-202011-enabled.pdf) (Download PDF reader). Paper applications must be received via email to dor_ohr@state.co.us by the closing date and time of the application period listed on this announcement.
Methods of Appointment:
Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason.
Step Pay Program:
Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program, any former or current State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification's pay range based on completed years in their current class series.
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits
Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.
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CDOR - Are you aware of anyone with whom you have a personal relationship (including, but not limited to, any family members or those you or a family member have an intimate relationship with) currently employed with DOR? If yes, please provide the name of the employee and the Division they work in. Per DOR Policy OHR-006, family includes spouse, partner, child, parent, sibling, grandparent, grandchild, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew, or cousin, including those related by marriage, civil union, common law, blood, adoption or foster care.
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Did you hear about this job from a DOR employee or job fair/event? If yes, please indicate the name of the employee or event that you attended.
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I am a CO resident, residing in CO and can provide proof of residency (as outlined in the FAQ section) at the time of application.
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CDOR - The salary for this position is $7,610/month. Are you still interested in this position? Marking "no" will result in removal from consideration. As a reminder, per the requirements of the Step Pay Program, any former or current State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification's pay range based on completed years in their current class series.
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CDOR - By clicking "Yes" below, I am certifying that I understand that this position is designated as a remote work position. This indicates the selected employee will work outside of a traditional State facility, but may be required to perform work on site occasionally as determined by the supervisor of the position. Although it is designated as remote, the position is still part of the State classified personnel system and as such requires applicants to be a current Colorado Resident at the time of application per The Colorado Constitution, Article XII, Section 13.
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I understand that it is strongly advised to submit any and all supporting documentation, such as a resume, cover letter, academic transcripts, CPA license, and any other relevant credentials in my application. I acknowledge and consent to including all pertinent materials with my application.
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Please provide a detailed Written Narrative, explaining your understanding of the required competencies and how your accomplishments, qualifications, skills, areas of expertise, personal characteristics, etc. meet the job requirements for this position.
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