Selection/Training/Approval & Acceptance/Research Manager (SPSA, OPT. 2A)

Job Requisition ID: 46860
Closing Date: 05/19/2025
​Agency: Department of Revenue
Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070 
Skill Option: Revenue Audit Field Manager 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: $8,825 - $9,583/Monthly ($105,900 - $114,996/Annually)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Merit Comp Code: Term Appointment/ Agency

 

****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Department of Revenue must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

 

 

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Position Overview:

Would you like to work for a professional organization which provides steady hours and an exceptional benefits package? How about a workplace with career and personal growth opportunities? Then consider working for the Illinois Department of Revenue. We are hiring a Selection/Training/Approval & Acceptance/Research (STAAR) Manager (Senior Public Service Administrator opt. 2A) within the Audit Bureau located in Springfield, IL. This position is responsible for reviewing and analyzing statistical data and reports of staff performing audits or other tasks to assess and evaluate operational efficiency and managing the tax auditing activities related to the Selection/Training/Approval & Acceptance/Research section. If you have experience in managing a fast-paced compliance area related to audits, then we want you!  Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Apply now before time runs out!

Essential Functions

• Subject to management approval, plans, directs, coordinates, and manages the tax auditing activities relating to Selection/Training/Approval & Acceptance/Research activities within the Audit Discovery & Recovery Division.
• Provides advice and assistance to subordinate staff in resolving highly controversial and complex cases within the framework of laws, rules, and regulations.
• Reviews and analyzes statistical reports of results or activities of staff performing audits or other tasks to assess and evaluate operational efficiency, adherence to Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) rules and regulations, and to ensure uniform application of applicable tax laws and policies and procedures.
• Serves as full line supervisor.
• Conducts conferences with taxpayers, accountants, attorneys, officials and others and explains findings in the more controversial or sensitive issues.
• Develops, recommends, and implements operating policies, procedures, and work performance standards.
• Participates in management staff meetings regarding operating policies, procedures and staffing requirements and/or provide input into program and policy development.
• Coordinates assigned activities with other areas of IDOR to ensure proper flow of work assignments.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, with coursework in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, business management, public administration, statistics, law, or a related field.
• Requires prior experience equivalent to four (4) years of responsible administrative experience in state and/or federal tax auditing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Four (4) years of experience developing and managing a compliance program area (including overseeing