Tax Front Counter Technician

Tax Front Counter Technician

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $15.09 - $26.67 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Shannon Hughes | shughes@utah.gov | 801.297.3853
Application Deadline – 6/15/2026

Key Responsibilities

If you would like an opportunity to increase your knowledge of Utah tax law and collections, serve the public
and work in a fast paced setting with a team of talented and dedicated individuals, this job is for you. The Utah
State Tax Commission's Income Tax and Education Division is looking for a skilled and motivated individual to
fill its Tax Front Counter Technician position. This person will play an integral role in the Division's mission to answer taxpayer inquires.
You must be current on your state and federal tax filings and pass a FBI level criminal background check.

Principle Duties:

The technician will need to:

• Enter data
• Pay attention to details
• Work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Provide general information
• Work in a team environment
• Work with taxpayers over the phone and in person

Preferences

• Preference may be given to those who have experience keeping information confidential.
• Preference may be given to those who speak Spanish

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

 
The best qualified candidate for this position is someone who:

• has exceptional customer service skills
• has the ability to work in an adverse environment dealing with upset people over the phone and in person
• can work in a fast paced environment
• has excellent data entry skills

Work Location:
This position is located in the office, five days a week at the Tax Commission - 210 N 1950 W Salt Lake
City, Utah.

Salary
Non-state employees are hired for this position at $19.20 an hour. We are unable to negotiate hourly wage amounts. DHRM rules apply for promotions/transfers for current state employees.

About the Role

Location –
210 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84134
United States



Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization. 
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals. 
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency
For more information tax.utah.gov

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.