The Certified Rates and Misc. Taxes Division of the Utah State Tax Commission is currently looking for a skilled and motivated individual to fill the Research Consultant I position. This is a professional-level position working under the direction of the Manager.

　　Principal Duties

　　As a Research Consultant for the Property & Misc. Taxes Division,you will:

　　Research and compile data,  taxing entity creation,boundaries,and taxing authority.Review information submitted by the counties and taxing entities to ensure correctness and compliance with Utah statute.Ensure correct certified tax rate calculation.Assist counties and taxing entities to correct their data when errors are found.Assist county personnel with matters related to the Property tax calendar,specifically certified tax rates and auditor and treasurer responsibilitiesDevelop and conduct training for county personnel and taxing entitiesReview and verify data.Create reports and provide information on property tax data,values,rates,nomenclature.The Ideal Candidate

　　Has experience in reviewing and analyzing data.Ability to create reports and communicate information. In both a written and verbal format.Has experience working with elected officialsHas experience in developing and conducting trainingHas excellent communication skillsHas experience with local government issues. *Why You Should Join Our Team*Besides working for a fantastic agency that is dedicated to helping the citizens of Utah,you will receive great health and retirement benefits*. In this position,you would enjoy the generous benefits package offered by the State of Utah. We have an extremely competitive total compensation package that you can learn about HERE!  *

　　Health Insurance - Public Employee Health Program (PEHP):3 medical plan options. Choose a Traditional or High Deductible Health Plan. (There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other medial insurance coverage)5 dental plan options (There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other dental insurance coverage)4 vision plan options under EyeMed or OptiCareRetirement - Utah Retirement Systems (URS):Employees hired on or after than 7/1/2011 and have never been in the URS retirement system have two options for retirement in the Tier II System. Employer contributions to your 401(k) are vested afterfour years.Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems prior to 7/1/2011 are in Tier I Public Employees System.Tier 2 Hybrid Retirement System. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary between both plans (pension and 401(k))Tier 2 Defined Contribution Plan. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary to a 401(k) plan only.  Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems prior to 7/1/2011 are in Tier I Public Employees System.Paid Time Off:Annual leave and sick leave are accrued at 4 hours per pay period each (4 hours annual,4 hours sick).Annual leave increases with years of service. There are also 12 paid holidays.*The Agency*For more information on the Utah State Tax Commission please click here.