TAX EXEMPTIONS AND DEFERRALS SPECIALIST

　　Recruitment # 24-118-0383

　　Date Opened 1/23/2024 08:00:00 AM

　　Closing Date 2/2/2024 11:59:00 PM

　　Salary Range $52,042.19-$88,471.73

　　Department COMMISSIONER OF REVENUE

　　Job Type Open and Competitive

　　Full/Part-Time Full-Time

　　Benefits Full Benefits

　　Reg/Temp Regular

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　　Job Description The Office of the Commissioner of the Revenue is currently seeking applicants for a Tax Exemptions and Deferrals Specialist. The successful candidate must have great organizational, time management and customer service skills with ability to manage a high volume of applications and work under deadlines.

　　The Specialist will join a team of five other program specialists responsible for administration of the following County exemptions and deferrals programs: tax relief for elderly and disabled, tax exemption programs for disabled veterans and surviving spouses of members of the armed forces, tax exemptions for revitalized real estate, tax exemptions for solar equipment, tax exemptions by designation and/or classification and land use assessment.

　　Responsibilities to include:

　　Guides the public through the entire pre-screen, application, qualification determination and recertification process, advises on scenarios based upon fact patterns presented to them and how they may affect said exemption or deferral program.

　　Ensures the equitable treatment of all property owners and organizations applying for, or potentially entitled to, a tax deferral or exemption from real or personal property taxation and in collaboration with the Division Deputy, interprets and applies laws, regulations, and opinions from the Virginia Tax Commissioner and Attorney's General in compliance with Virginia State Code and County Ordinances.

　　Maintains, updates, and improves the online access to exemption documentation, applications, and information that is provided to county officials, taxpayers and the general public in accordance with state and local laws.

　　Responds to inquiries in person, by telephone, e-mail, and in writing as needed in a friendly, informative, accurate, and timely manner (i.e. to general public, property owners, nonprofit organizations, potential sellers and purchasers, real estate agents and settlement attorneys).

　　Conduct field inspections for properties enrolled in exemption or deferral programs to verify usage and continuation in said program.

　　Maintains knowledge and assists with the administration of the other tax exemption and deferral programs administered by the Division.

　　Strong analytical skills (research skills).

　　Attention to detail.

　　Customer service and team work.

　　Planning and organization.

　　Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel.

　　Solid written and verbal communication skills to interact with business owners, their accountants and attorneys.

　　Must be flexible and have the ability to independently exercise good professional judgment.

　　Hiring salary commensurate with experience.

　　Job Requirements

　　Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree and one (1) year of experience in Real Estate, Finance, Taxation or related field. Knowledge of real estate, assessment principles along with local taxation are preferred.

　　Special Requirements

　　Valid driver's license required.

　　Be able to conduct field visits and inspections of properties as needed

　　Post Conditional Offer Contingencies

　　Successful candidate must pass criminal, credit, and DMV background checks.

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　　Fill out the Application NOW using the Internet. If you have questions about how to apply online, you may contact us by phone at (703) 777-0213 or email us at [email protected]. EOE.