Lead Director, Ad Valorem & Tax Strategy

State of Oklahoma; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 127,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous state-paid benefit allowance

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement Savings Plan with a match

15 days of paid vacation and 15 days 0

11 paid holidays a year

Paid Maternity leave

Employee discounts with vendors

Longevity Bonus

Job summary

The Oklahoma Tax Commission seeks a Director of Ad Valorem to oversee five program areas within the Ad Valorem Division, ensuring compliance with property laws and guiding tax valuation for public service companies. The role directs audits, reimbursement programs, and data analysis to support revenue goals.

Ideal candidates will have advanced accreditation, strong leadership, and a track record in tax policy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business/public administration or closely related field; plus eight years of professional experience
• Master’s degree in accounting, finance, business/public management, or closely related field; plus four years of professional experience
• Nine years of professional experience in business or public administration, including three years in supervisor/administrative capacity
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations across all Ad Valorem program areas.
• Oversee the work of subordinate managers and supervisors to ensure alignment with agency goals.
• Contribute to ad valorem tax strategies, policies and legislative initiatives.
• Stay current on state and federal laws related to ad valorem taxes, tax reporting and planning.
• Monitor, interpret, and implement new legislation impacting division policies and staffing.
• Develop and implement policies to improve efficiency, compliance and revenue collection.
• Assist the Executive Director in setting division goals and priorities.
• Lead initiatives to improve taxpayer experience and streamline workloads while maintaining compliance.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business/public administration or closely related field

Master’s degree in accounting, finance, business/public management, or closely related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

The Oklahoma Tax Commission seeks a Director of Ad Valorem to oversee five program areas within the Ad Valorem Division, ensuring compliance with property laws and guiding tax valuation for public service companies. The role directs audits, reimbursement programs, and data analysis to support revenue goals.

Ideal candidates will have advanced accreditation, strong leadership, and a track record in tax policy.