SUPERVISING TAX AUDITOR III BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

California Department of Tax and Fee Administration; California; Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration seeks an Audit Principal in Santa Ana to lead field audit programs and oversee supervisors within the statewide tax enforcement framework.

This permanent, full-time role requires coordinating audits, guiding staff, and traveling up to 40% with hybrid telework options. New hires will join a team dedicated to reliable public service and effective tax administration.

Responsibilities

• Administer the audit program in the field offices.
• Plan, organize, and direct the audit programs through subordinate supervisors.
• Provide audit program guidance to field office supervisors.
• Travel up to forty percent of the time, including overnight stays.

Job description

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Position Details

Job Code #

JC-534449

Position #(s)

291-553-4271-002

Working Title

Audit Principal

Classification

SUPERVISING TAX AUDITOR III BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

$9,750.00 - $12,813.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions

Multiple

Work Location

Orange County

Telework

Hybrid

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

California not only needs you; it wants you as part of the growing workforce. The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) makes life better for Californians by fairly and efficiently collecting the revenue that supports our essential public services, with CDTFA administered programs accounting for about twenty-three percent of all state revenue. Tax programs administered by the CDTFA are concentrated in two general areas – sales and use tax, and special taxes and fees. New employees, new ideas, and new creative perspectives are needed in all areas at CDTFA. CDTFA offers employees reliable income, stable benefits, work-life balance, paid holidays, advancement opportunities, and the personal fulfillment of knowing that your work is personally impacting the lives of others.

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Department Website: http://www.cdtfa.ca.gov

Job Description And Duties

All applicants will be considered, however SROA/Surplus candidates will be given priority.

Position is located in Santa Ana.

Under the general direction of the Business Taxes Administrator (BTA) III (Office Administrator), the Supervising Tax Auditor (STA) III (Audit Principal), is responsible for the administration of the audit program in the field offices. The Audit Principal plans, organizes, and directs the audit programs through subordinate supervisors and provides audit program guidance to field office supervisors. The incumbent is responsible for office audit functions including in-depth field auditing and other administrative activities relative to enforcing applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. The incumbent also fosters cooperation and integrates functions between audit and compliance staff. With oversight to field offices, and attending meetings and training, the position requires travel up to forty percent (40%) of the time which may include overnight.

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Under Government Code 14200, this position may be eligible for partial telework for eligible candidates residing in California. All telework/hybrid schedules require staff to report to the office a minimum number of days per week. Schedules are subject to change.

Currently, per the California Budget Act of 2025, all California Department of Tax and Fee Administration salaries are subject to the provisions of the State of California’s Personal Leave Program.

This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill additional identical vacancies which occur within 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Special Requirements

• This employer 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.; for more information about E-Verify, please go to www.dhs.gov/e-verify
• Position requires employee to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a background investigation.
• Position may require overnight travel for up to five consecutive nights to meet training requirements.

Eligibility for Promotional Exams

In Addition To Meeting The Minimum Qualifications For The SUPERVISING TAX AUDITOR III, Competition Is Limited To Individuals Who Meet At Least One Of The Following Promotional Examination Criteria:

• Have a permanent civil service appointment with CDTFA, or
• Are current or former employees of the legislature for 2 or more years as defined in Government Code 18990, or
• Are current or former non-elected exempt employees of the executive branch for 2 or more consecutive years as defined in Govt. Code 18992, or
• Are persons retired from the United States military honorably discharged from active duty with a service disability or honorably discharged from active duty as defined in Government Code 18991. Applicants must provide a copy of discharge papers (DD 214) for verification purposes at the time of application.

Under certain circumstances other employees may be allowed to compete under provisions of Rules 234, 235 and 235.2. California Code of Regulations Rules 233, 234, 235.2 and 237 contain provisions regarding civil service status and eligibility for promotional examinations. If you are unsure of your eligibility for promotional examinations, please contact [e-mail].