Director of Ad Valorem

State of Oklahoma; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 120,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous state-paid benefit allowance

Insurance plans with broad coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement Savings Plan with match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays

Maternity leave for eligible employees

Employee discounts

Longevity Bonus

Job summary

The Oklahoma Tax Commission seeks a Director of Ad Valorem to oversee the Ad Valorem Division, guiding five key program areas, ensuring compliance with property laws, and directing valuation and allocation of taxes for public service companies.

Responsibilities include leading a leadership team, aligning division goals with agency mission, and staying current on relevant laws and policies. Travel and telework provisions may apply as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher as specified; relevant experience may substitute per statute.
• Experience supervising or managing staff is preferred.
• Knowledge of state tax laws and administrative processes is expected.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations across all Ad Valorem program areas.
• Oversee managers and supervisors to align with agency goals.
• Participate in leadership team; shape tax strategies and policies.
• Monitor state and federal laws affecting ad valorem taxes and reporting.
• Implement policy changes and drive efficiency and compliance.

Skills

Data presentation

Policy interpretation

Analytical thinking

Technical documentation

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Leadership communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business/public administration

Master's degree in accounting, finance, business/public management

Nine years of professional experience in business/public administration (supervisory)

Job description

Job Posting End Date

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Job Posting Title

Director of Ad Valorem

Agency

695 OKLAHOMA TAX COMMISSION

Supervisory Organization

Executive

Job Posting End Date

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Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Salary - $141,000

Job Description

Director of Ad Valorem

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE!

TRANSPARENCY. FAIRNESS. COMPLIANCE. The Oklahoma Tax Commission is committed to leading Oklahoma with unparalleled customer service. Our mission is to promote tax compliance through serving taxpayers with transparency and fairness in administration of the tax code and unparalleled customer service. Check out our About Us page to learn why we are passionate about tax compliance and believe it is the career for you!

Benefits

• Generous state-paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• A Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of paid vacation and 15 days of sick leave for full-time employees the first year.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Paid Maternity leave for eligible employees.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• A Longevity Bonus for years of service.

Job Summary

The Director of Ad Valorem plays a vital role in the Oklahoma Tax Commission (OTC), overseeing the administration and management of five key program areas within the Ad Valorem Division:

• Provides general oversight and ensures compliance with state property laws
• Directs the valuation and allocation of taxes for public service companies
• Conducts audits and provides guidance to county assessors to maintain uniformity and accuracy
• Manages reimbursement programs for eligible taxpayers
• Oversees data analysis, reporting, and technical assistance for ad valorem tax functions

Duties And Responsibilities

• Directs daily operations across all program areas within the Ad Valorem Division.
• Oversee the work of subordinate managers and supervisors to ensure professional and technical functions align with agency goals.
• Serves as a key member of the leadership team, contributing to ad valorem tax strategies, policies and legislative initiatives.
• Stays current on state and federal laws related to ad valorem taxes, tax reporting, tax research and tax planning.
• Monitors, interprets, and directs the implementation of new legislation that impacts division policies, procedures, and staff resources.
• Develops and implements policies, procedures, priorities and work standards to enhance efficiency, compliance, and revenue collection.
• Recommend improvements to internal controls to enhance accountability and compliance.
• Assists the Executive Director in setting and executing division goals and priorities that align with the agency’s overall mission and vision
• Develop initiatives to improve taxpayer experience and streamline employee workload while maintaining compliance with filing requirements.
• Leads efforts to identify and eliminate nonvalue added processes, integrating lean methodologies into the division’s continuous improvement strategy.
• Participate in staff selection and talent development.
• Allocates staffing and resources to optimize revenue recovery and operational effectiveness.
• Other duties as assigned.

Complexity Of Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of

• Tax laws, regulations, and deadlines
• Agency policies and procedures
• The legislative process
• Federal and state laws and regulations relating to administration of assigned programs

Skills in

• Gathering, organizing, and presenting data to Executive Leadership
• Interpreting, analyzing and resolving highly complex administrative and personnel problems
• Interpreting and applying policy
• Technical documentation development
• Proficient analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Interpersonal skills
• Exceptional attention to detail

Ability to

• Effectively communicate with others, especially in stressful situations
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Exercise good judgment in analyzing situations and making decisions
• Coordinate with project stakeholders
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Establishing and maintaining effective relationships with state officials, field representatives, and all other stakeholders

Minimum Qualifications

• Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of:
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business/public administration or a closely related field; PLUS eight years of professional experience in business or public administration, or closely related field, INCLUDING two years in a supervisor or administrative capacity
• OR a master’s degree in accounting, finance, business/public management, or closely related field; PLUS four years of professional experience in business or public administration, or closely related field, INCLUDING one year in a supervisor or administrative capacity
• OR nine years of professional experience in business or public administration, or closely related field, INCLUDING three years in a supervisor or administrative capacity
• OR an equivalent combination of education and experience

Per State Statute (68 O.S., Section 2816), employees who hold this position must obtain initial and advanced accreditation for Oklahoma County Assessors and Deputies as certified by Oklahoma State University Center for Local Government Technology within the first 18 months of employment at the cost of the agency. Advanced accreditation renewals will also be required every three years at the cost of the agency.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference may be given to applicants who have experience in a County Assessor's Office and/or are OSU Center for Local Government Technology (CLGT) accredited in the Assessor Training and Accreditation (ATAP) program.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time. Exhibit manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to operate a computer, keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and other office equipment. Ability to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids. Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels, with or without aid. Ability to communicate clearly. Physical ability to lift up to 15 pounds, to bend, stoop, climb stairs, walk and reach. Duties are normally performed in an office environment with a moderate noise level.

Special Requirements

Travel may be required for this position. Applicants may need to have reliable transportation and be willing and able to perform all job-related travel. Possession and maintenance of a valid Oklahoma State Driver’s License is also required.

Oklahoma Tax Commission’s normal work hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4:30pm. This schedule may require minor flexibility based on the needs of the agency.

Telework may be required based on the needs of the agency, division, and section. If applicable, applicant must be willing and able to work BOTH on-site and telework at an off-site location, generally in the applicant’s home. Applicant must have a secure internet connection and a dedicated telephone (landline) or smart phone device during scheduled working hours.

This position has access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and is required to uphold the strictest standards of confidentiality as an essential part of its job responsibilities. This includes safeguarding all tax information obtained from records, files, tax returns, and departmental investigations, whether in paper, electronic, or verbal form.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

All offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a fingerprint-based background check, reference check and federal and state tax compliance check.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.