Senior Legislative Analyst & Team Lead (Tax Policy)

State of California

California

On-site

USD 109,000 - 130,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Franchise Tax Board in California seeks a Program Specialist III to analyze complex proposed legislation, mentor Analysts, and lead mandated projects while guiding internal and external stakeholders on technical policy issues. The incumbent drafts legislation and represents the Department before committees and groups.

This permanent, full-time role requires office presence with some remote work possible per guidelines.

Qualifications

Exhibit a strong sense of urgency about solving problems and accomplishing work.
Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment where priorities frequently change.
Strong technical knowledge of California and federal income tax laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to recognize a change in income tax laws, rules and/or regulations that would impact the Department’s programs.
Strong technical review skills and the ability to convey feedback constructively.
Ability to assume a leadership role when working with less experienced staff.
Excellent communication skills, oral and written, including conveying complex tax information clearly.
Knowledge of the Department’s operations and programs.
Sound decision-making and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

Analyze the most complex or omnibus proposed legislation related to diversified subjects and mentor analysts.
Lead team on legislatively mandated projects and guides stakeholders on technical and policy issues.
Conceptually design and draft legislation and represent the Department before committees and groups.