Departmental Technician 7-10

State of Michigan; Dimondale (MI); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Michigan's Treasury Department is seeking Departmental Technicians to support the Tax Processing Bureau and related divisions. Ideal candidates are dependable, professional, and able to review individual income tax returns, communicate with taxpayers, and assist with processing and hearings.

Education is typically high school level, with pathways for substitution by a bachelor’s degree. Remote work is allowed within Michigan up to five days per week, subject to approval and required

Qualifications

• Education typically acquired through completion of high school.
• Official transcripts may be required.
• Foreign transcripts must be evaluated for U.S. equivalence.

Responsibilities

• Review individual income tax returns and correspond with taxpayers as appropriate.
• Support income tax processing functions, hearings, and related projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree substitution for experience

Job description

Treasury’s Tax Processing Bureau, Individual Income Tax Division, Operations Support and Filing Accuracy and Integrity Sections are looking for innovative, dependable, and professional individuals with a positive and outgoing attitude to join our team as Departmental Technicians. We are seeking to fill vacancies in each area.

These areas are primarily responsible for reviewing individual income tax returns and corresponding with taxpayers as appropriate. The individuals in these positions will be responsible for supporting income tax processing functions, hearings, and assisting with several other projects related to individual income tax processing.

Education

Education typically acquired through completion of high school.

Experience

Departmental Technician 7

One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 7-level in state service.

Departmental Technician 8

One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 8-level in state service.

OR

One year of experience as a technician or paraprofessional equivalent to the entry level in state service.

Departmental Technician E9

One year of experience as a supervisor of administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service.

OR

One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service.

OR

Two years of experience as a technician or paraprofessional, including one year of experience equivalent to the intermediate level in state service.

Departmental Technician 10

Two years of experience as a supervisor of administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service.

OR

Two years of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service.

OR

Three years of experience as a technician or paraprofessional, including one year of experience equivalent to the experienced level in state service.

Departmental Technician 7

Completion of two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits) may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Departmental Technician 8

Possession of a bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Departmental Technician E9

Possession of a bachelor’s degree and one year of job‑related experience may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Departmental Technician 10

Possession of a bachelor’s degree and one year of professional experience may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Note: A position is considered professional if the job requires a bachelor's degree. Qualifying 'professional experience' is counted post bachelor's degree.

Official Transcripts. For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), the Registrar's signature and/or seal, and must be recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above. Review more information regarding official transcripts.

Foreign Transcripts. Applicants who possess a degree from a foreign college or university must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by CHEA. Go to evaluators for a list of accepted organizations that evaluate foreign credentials. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.

Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. To perform the duties and responsibilities of this position, all work must be performed in Michigan. If you currently reside outside of the State of Michigan, you must commute to Michigan to perform the responsibilities and duties of this position at your official work location.

Remote Work. To perform the duties and responsibilities of this position, all work must be performed in Michigan. If you are a State of Michigan resident, this position is eligible for remote work up to five days per week. Please note that occasional onsite work will be required. Additionally, the selected candidate must have a secure, safe and appropriate designated workspace that allows privacy and prevents distractions while performing the duties of this position, as well as secure and sufficient internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Remote Work approval is at the discretion of the appointing authority and is subject to change and can be ended at any time for any reason. Please note that remote work is not available if you reside outside of the State of Michigan.

E‑Verify. The Michigan Department of Treasury participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Interviews. Interviews may occur virtually using Microsoft Teams. No prior experience with Teams is necessary, as instructions and tips will be provided to all candidates scheduled for an interview.

Fingerprinting. This position has a FTINPRINT sub‑class code. The sub‑class code indicates the position has access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and requires passing of a fingerprint‑based background check per IRS Publication 1075.

View the entire job specification at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/DepartmentalTechnician_12525_7.pdf