Director Personal Tax

Agency Dept of Revenue Division Personal Tax Job Classification Title Revenue Tax Administrator II (NS) Position Number 60081647 Grade NC25 About Us The North Carolina Department of Revenue is committed to excellence in tax administration, ensuring secure and efficient collection of revenue to fund vital public services. We are an employer of choice offering excellent benefits, competitive pay, professional development, and career advancement. Our dedicated team provides accurate information, achieves high compliance, and delivers innovative services with integrity and fairness. DOR is an equal opportunity employer hiring qualified candidates regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, or political affiliation. Description of Work ***PLEASE NOTE: THIS WILL CLOSE AT 11:59 P.M. THE DAY PRIOR TO THE END DATE LISTED ON THIS JOB POSTING*** The North Carolina Department of Revenue (NCDOR) is currently hiring for a Director Personal Tax. This is an Exempt Managerial position. The primary purpose of the Personal Tax Division is to support the mission and vision of the Department of Revenue by interpreting and administering tax law regarding personal tax, withholding, partnership, and estates & trust tax schedules in an equitable and efficient manner. Also, to educate customers about relevant laws, and provide technical direction in the formulation of administrative tax policy and procedures, including providing assistance in the resolution of complex tax issues. The Division also plans and develops strategies for implementing changes in legislation, offers suggestions to amend existing tax laws, critiques pending legislation, represents the Department at legislative committees upon request, and attends various association functions, such as SEATA, FTA, and MTC on behalf of the Department. The primary purpose of this position is to research and answer technical, highly complex and controversial tax inquiries raised by departmental staff, attorneys, accountants and taxpayers through oral responses or written technical advice memos, letter rulings and informal conferences in the administration of individual income tax, partnership tax, withholding tax, and estates and trust tax. This position attempts to resolve protested tax assessments at the administrative level. In the event cases are not resolved at the Division level, the administrative officer provides support to the Attorney General when a case advances to the Office of Administrative Hearings (“OAH”) or the court system. In addition, this position serves as the Division’s subject matter expert on personal tax issues, requiring regular interaction with the Department of Commerce, NCACPA, local government officials and business taxpayers. The position may represent the DOR in administrative tax hearings and may testify on behalf of the Agency at Superior Court proceedings at the request of the Attorney General's office. Position is also responsible for developing applicable tax forms aligning with tax laws on an annual basis. Some overnight stay is required. Less than 10 per year to include: conferences, presenting to applicable Tax Associations, and annual updates to DOR employees. Assigned duty station: Raleigh Headquarters Note: Additional duties may be assigned as needed. This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice based on seasonality, business conditions, or as required by the agency to fulfill its mission. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Thorough knowledge of tax law/resources are essential: - Personal, Withholding, Partnership, Estates/Trust tax - Tax Rules and Bulletins - North Carolina Administrative Code - Attorney General's Opinions - Various court decisions - Prior Private Letter Rulings Ability to analyze and present legislative comments and concerns in writing, provide technical responses to tax inquiries, and to review and revise draft Final Determinations for request for review cases. Ability to communicate effectively in conferences, when responding to inquiries, and conveying the Department's position regarding tax laws. Ability to use tax research material sine a great deal of time is spent using reference books, statues, and websites to research complex tax issues. Recruitment Range: $89,596 - $168,054 Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in the vacancy announcement should be used as management preferences and be used to screen for the m o st qualified pool of applicants.   COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:  The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can   participate   in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the   NCFlex   program ( numerous   high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).     Some highlights include:     The best funded pension plan/retirement system in the nation according to Moody’s Investor’s Service      Twelve paid holidays per year      Fourteen vacation days per year which increase as length of service increases and   accumulates   year-to-year      Twelve sick days/year which are cumulative indefinitely     Paid Parental Leave      Personal Observance Leave and Community Service Leave       Longevity pays lump sum payout yearly based on length of service      401K   and   457   plans   Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program   The North Carolina Department of Revenue is committed to excellence in tax administration, ensuring secure and efficient collection of rev