ETAC Revenue Agent

son; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Department of Revenue in Lincoln, NE seeks an ETAC Revenue Agent to ensure tax compliance across motor fuels programs. This 100% in-office position handles taxpayer assistance, collections, record review, and inspections under general supervision. No STEM OPT sponsorship is provided.

Minimum qualifications include an associate degree in business or two years in tax-related work; strong math, accounting, and communication skills are required. Apply by 10-20-2026.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of mathematics and accounting.
• Ability to research and interpret policies, rules, and regulations.
• Clear communication and data verification skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist and educate taxpayers on motor fuels tax programs, licensing, regulations, tax forms, and basic collection tasks.
• Review, research, and analyze complex tax returns and accounts to determine compliance.
• Contact taxpayers by phone, email, or letter to resolve delinquencies and inform on consequences.
• Track movement of fuel between licensed filers.
• Process electronic returns on a rotating basis.
• Research diverted loads and data from other states.

Skills

Mathematics

Accounting

Data analysis

Communication

Policy interpretation

Education

Associate's Degree in business

Job description

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency: Revenue - Agency 16

Location: Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate: $19.474

Job Posting: JR2026-00029646 ETAC Revenue Agent (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 10-20-2026

Job Description

The Department does NOT sponsor Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) Optional Practical Training (OPT) (Form I-983) or non-immigrant work visas for this position.

This position is a 100% "working in office" position.

Join the Nebraska Department of Revenue's Excise Tax and Compliance team!

Under general supervision, works within established procedures and guidelines to ensure compliance with Nebraska tax laws. Work is performed in one or more of the following categories: taxpayer assistance, collections, record review and analysis, and inspections.

Job duties

1. Assist and educate taxpayers on all motor fuels tax programs, including licensing; regulations; filing of tax forms; and performing basic collection and compliance functions.
2. Review, research, and analyze complex tax returns, taxpayer accounts, databases, and tax processing reports to determine compliance with tax laws and resolution.
3. Contact taxpayers by phone, email, or letter to resolve delinquency in filing of returns, payment of liabilities, results of reviews, and the consequences of non-compliance.
4. Track the movement of fuel between licensed filers.
5. Process electronic returns on a rotating basis.
6. Research diverted loads and data received from other states.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Associate's Degree in business OR Two years of experience with tax return preparation, business ownership and operation, account research and analysis, or interpretation and application of policies, laws, rules, or regulations.

• Knowledge of: Mathematics and accounting; business operations and practices; resources available for researching laws, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to: Communicate to express clear and concise ideas; use deductive techniques to determine information sought; organize and verify data/information from computer generated reports; set priorities; relate effectively with people representing a wide variety of backgrounds; interpret difficult tax programs for taxpayers; work independently.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.