Levies Specialist (PAS5)
The Department of Revenue's (DOR) Property Tax Division has a unique opportunity for two Levies Specialist (PAS5) positions within its County Performance and Administration unit. The Property Tax Division oversees the administration of property taxes at the stateand local levels. They provide guidance and instruction to county assessors and local government officials by developing rules, guidelines, and documentation that impact the assessment and taxation of property. As a part of the team, you will provide technical expertise and advice in the statewideadministration of property tax levy processes.
Reporting to the County Performance & Administrative Manager, these positions' primary duties are to serve as two of the three statewide experts for property tax levies, overseeing and reviewing local property tax levy administration, and providing training to the agency, county officials, and impacted groups regarding property tax levies. Here are some of the other duties:
- Providing analysis and technical advice to agency and legislative staff regarding proposed legislation for property tax levies and Tax Increment Financing.
- Conducting a statewide audit program to oversee and monitor compliance with state laws and rules regarding the levy administration processes.
- Planning, developing, and instructing educational seminars for impacted groups.
- Providing written guidance to local officials and the general public regarding property tax levies.
- Participating in special projects, training, staff meetings, and interview panels.
We are looking for motivated professionals with strong analytical and technical skills, along with the ability to learn and effectively implement the Levy Program. The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Knowledge
- Demonstrated knowledge of property tax levy laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; evidenced through experience interpreting, applying, administering, advising on, or ensuring compliance with statutory or policy requirements.
- Demonstrated knowledge of legislative and governmental processes; evidenced through experience analyzing proposed or enacted legislation, evaluating program impacts, developing implementation strategies, or providing policy recommendations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of governmental programs and intergovernmental relationships; evidenced through experience collaborating with, advising, supporting, or coordinating activities among state agencies, local government, taxing districts, or other entities involved in tax administration.
- Demonstrated knowledge of property tax administration principles, including the relationship between valuation, taxation, and levy processes; evidenced through professional experience, education, or training.
Skills
- Demonstrated skill researching, analyzing, and interpreting complex laws, regulations, policies, technical guidance, or other specialized information; evidenced through experience providing technical advice, policy analysis, recommendations, or program guidance.
- Demonstrated skill investigating, evaluating, and resolving complex program, compliance, or operational issues; evidenced through experience conducting reviews, audits, assessments, case analyses, or developing corrective recommendations.
- Demonstrated skill preparing reports, policy recommendations, technical guidance, correspondence, manuals, training materials, or other written products that communicate complex information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated skill presenting technical information, providing training, or consultation services; evidenced through experience instructing, facilitating discussions, advising impacted groups, or speaking to professional or public audiences.
Abilities
- Proven ability to provide technical guidance and consultation on complex program, policy, or regulatory issues; evidenced through experience advising interested parties, developing recommendations, and supporting consistent application of laws, rules, policies, or procedures to resolve issues and achieve program objectives.
- Proven ability to independently identify program, process, or compliance deficiencies, evaluate alternatives, and develop practical recommendations that improve effectiveness, consistency, efficiency, or compliance.
- Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with government officials, agency staff, external partners, and the public to resolve issues, achieve program objectives, and support implementation of policy or program changes.
- Proven ability to manage multiple complex assignments or projects simultaneously, establish priorities, adapt to changing requirements, and meet deadlines while exercising sound judgment and operating with minimal supervision.
Equity Competencies
- The ability to take action to learn and grow: Curious about themselves and others, take responsibility for knowing their own strengths and weaknesses, and use their learning to make government programs and processes more efficient and effective to serve all in Washington.
- The ability to take action to meet the needs of others: Flexible, adaptable, customer-service focused, and willing and able to empathetically respond to the unique needs of the people they work with and serve.
- Uses an equity & inclusive approach: Actively seeks to understand and appreciate the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of colleagues, customers, and communities. Encourages an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and respected. Uses an equity lens that applies an objective perspective to daily work by considering impacts on the people we serve, particularly marginalized groups by actively identifying and removing inequitable barriers.
You may not feel confident that you qualify for this position. For example, research suggests that women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they are confident they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. We strongly encourage all interested individuals who fulfill the required KSA's to apply as we would like the opportunity to consider your KSA's provided in your application. If after reviewing the qualifications, you are unsure you qualify, please contact Melissa Olivas at MelissaO@dor.wa.gov or (360) 534-1425.
The above knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) may be obtained through the following professional experiences, education, or life experiences. At the PAS 5 ($5,643 - $7,589 monthly) level:
- Six (6) years or more of professional experience in any of the following:
- Management of property tax levy programs and administration.
- Government agencies or public policy organizations, especially those focused on property tax policy and administration.
- Providing consultative guidance to senior management, elected officials, and government agencies on property tax levy programs.
- Advisory roles requiring research and interpretation of laws or providing technical expertise on federal, state, or local programs.
- Appraisal or accounting positions involving property valuation and tax compliance.
- Nonprofits or consulting focused on tax advocacy, program development and oversight, or public interest research.
- Data analytics or research organizations where analyzing complex datasets is key to informed decision-making.
- Policy research with a focus on tax policy levy issues.
OR A bachelor's degree involving major study in law, business, public administration, political science, or related field AND at least two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience interpreting, applying, and communicating tax laws, regulations, policies, legal opinions, or agency procedures to internal staff, external impacted groups, elected officials, or the public. OR
An associate's degree in law, business, public administration, political science, or a related field AND at least four (4) years of progressively responsible professional experience in property tax administration, public policy, regulatory analysis, legal analysis, or public-sector program administration involving interpretation and application of laws, rules, or policies.
We will also consider filling these positions as in-training at the Property & Acquisition Specialist 4 level. An in-training is on-the-job instruction for employees. You'll gain the competencies and skills needed to successfully perform your duties while being supported by your supervisor, manager, and coworkers. Upon successful completion, you will be promoted to the next level. At the PAS 4, In-training ($5,241 - $7,043 monthly) level – 12-month training plan:
Six (6) years or more of professional experience in any of the following:
- Knowledge of property tax levy programs and administration.
- Government agencies or public policy organizations, especially those focused on property tax policy and administration.
- Collaboration with senior management, elected officials, and government agencies on property tax levy programs.
- Roles requiring research and interpretation of laws or providing technical expertise on federal, state, or local programs.
- Appraisal or accounting positions involving property valuation and tax compliance.
- Nonprofits or consulting focused on tax advocacy, program development and oversight, or public interest research.
- Data analytics or research organizations where analyzing complex datasets is key to informed decision-making.
- Policy research with a focus on tax policy levy issues.
OR A bachelor's degree involving major study in law, business, public administration, political science, or related field AND at least one (1) years of progressively responsible professional experience interpreting, applying, and communicating tax laws, regulations, policies, legal opinions, or agency procedures to internal staff, external impacted groups, elected officials,
Levies Specialist (PAS5)
The Department of Revenue's (DOR) Property Tax Division has a unique opportunity for two Levies Specialist (PAS5) positions within its County Performance and Administration unit. The Property Tax Division oversees the administration of property taxes at the stateand local levels. They provide guidance and instruction to county assessors and local government officials by developing rules, guidelines, and documentation that impact the assessment and taxation of property. As a part of the team, you will provide technical expertise and advice in the statewideadministration of property tax levy processes.
Reporting to the County Performance & Administrative Manager, these positions' primary duties are to serve as two of the three statewide experts for property tax levies, overseeing and reviewing local property tax levy administration, and providing training to the agency, county officials, and impacted groups regarding property tax levies. Here are some of the other duties:
- Providing analysis and technical advice to agency and legislative staff regarding proposed legislation for property tax levies and Tax Increment Financing.
- Conducting a statewide audit program to oversee and monitor compliance with state laws and rules regarding the levy administration processes.
- Planning, developing, and instructing educational seminars for impacted groups.
- Providing written guidance to local officials and the general public regarding property tax levies.
- Participating in special projects, training, staff meetings, and interview panels.
We are looking for motivated professionals with strong analytical and technical skills, along with the ability to learn and effectively implement the Levy Program. The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Knowledge
- Demonstrated knowledge of property tax levy laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; evidenced through experience interpreting, applying, administering, advising on, or ensuring compliance with statutory or policy requirements.
- Demonstrated knowledge of legislative and governmental processes; evidenced through experience analyzing proposed or enacted legislation, evaluating program impacts, developing implementation strategies, or providing policy recommendations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of governmental programs and intergovernmental relationships; evidenced through experience collaborating with, advising, supporting, or coordinating activities among state agencies, local government, taxing districts, or other entities involved in tax administration.
- Demonstrated knowledge of property tax administration principles, including the relationship between valuation, taxation, and levy processes; evidenced through professional experience, education, or training.
Skills
- Demonstrated skill researching, analyzing, and interpreting complex laws, regulations, policies, technical guidance, or other specialized information; evidenced through experience providing technical advice, policy analysis, recommendations, or program guidance.
- Demonstrated skill investigating, evaluating, and resolving complex program, compliance, or operational issues; evidenced through experience conducting reviews, audits, assessments, case analyses, or developing corrective recommendations.
- Demonstrated skill preparing reports, policy recommendations, technical guidance, correspondence, manuals, training materials, or other written products that communicate complex information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated skill presenting technical information, providing training, or consultation services; evidenced through experience instructing, facilitating discussions, advising impacted groups, or speaking to professional or public audiences.
Abilities
- Proven ability to provide technical guidance and consultation on complex program, policy, or regulatory issues; evidenced through experience advising interested parties, developing recommendations, and supporting consistent application of laws, rules, policies, or procedures to resolve issues and achieve program objectives.
- Proven ability to independently identify program, process, or compliance deficiencies, evaluate alternatives, and develop practical recommendations that improve effectiveness, consistency, efficiency, or compliance.
- Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with government officials, agency staff, external partners, and the public to resolve issues, achieve program objectives, and support implementation of policy or program changes.
- Proven ability to manage multiple complex assignments or projects simultaneously, establish priorities, adapt to changing requirements, and meet deadlines while exercising sound judgment and operating with minimal supervision.
Equity Competencies
- The ability to take action to learn and grow: Curious about themselves and others, take responsibility for knowing their own strengths and weaknesses, and use their learning to make government programs and processes more efficient and effective to serve all in Washington.
- The ability to take action to meet the needs of others: Flexible, adaptable, customer-service focused, and willing and able to empathetically respond to the unique needs of the people they work with and serve.
- Uses an equity & inclusive approach: Actively seeks to understand and appreciate the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of colleagues, customers, and communities. Encourages an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and respected. Uses an equity lens that applies an objective perspective to daily work by considering impacts on the people we serve, particularly marginalized groups by actively identifying and removing inequitable barriers.
You may not feel confident that you qualify for this position. For example, research suggests that women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they are confident they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. We strongly encourage all interested individuals who fulfill the required KSA's to apply as we would like the opportunity to consider your KSA's provided in your application. If after reviewing the qualifications, you are unsure you qualify, please contact Melissa Olivas at MelissaO@dor.wa.gov or (360) 534-1425.
The above knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) may be obtained through the following professional experiences, education, or life experiences. At the PAS 5 ($5,643 - $7,589 monthly) level:
- Six (6) years or more of professional experience in any of the following:
- Management of property tax levy programs and administration.
- Government agencies or public policy organizations, especially those focused on property tax policy and administration.
- Providing consultative guidance to senior management, elected officials, and government agencies on property tax levy programs.
- Advisory roles requiring research and interpretation of laws or providing technical expertise on federal, state, or local programs.
- Appraisal or accounting positions involving property valuation and tax compliance.
- Nonprofits or consulting focused on tax advocacy, program development and oversight, or public interest research.
- Data analytics or research organizations where analyzing complex datasets is key to informed decision-making.
- Policy research with a focus on tax policy levy issues.
OR A bachelor's degree involving major study in law, business, public administration, political science, or related field AND at least two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience interpreting, applying, and communicating tax laws, regulations, policies, legal opinions, or agency procedures to internal staff, external impacted groups, elected officials, or the public. OR
An associate's degree in law, business, public administration, political science, or a related field AND at least four (4) years of progressively responsible professional experience in property tax administration, public policy, regulatory analysis, legal analysis, or public-sector program administration involving interpretation and application of laws, rules, or policies.
We will also consider filling these positions as in-training at the Property & Acquisition Specialist 4 level. An in-training is on-the-job instruction for employees. You'll gain the competencies and skills needed to successfully perform your duties while being supported by your supervisor, manager, and coworkers. Upon successful completion, you will be promoted to the next level. At the PAS 4, In-training ($5,241 - $7,043 monthly) level – 12-month training plan:
Six (6) years or more of professional experience in any of the following:
- Knowledge of property tax levy programs and administration.
- Government agencies or public policy organizations, especially those focused on property tax policy and administration.
- Collaboration with senior management, elected officials, and government agencies on property tax levy programs.
- Roles requiring research and interpretation of laws or providing technical expertise on federal, state, or local programs.
- Appraisal or accounting positions involving property valuation and tax compliance.
- Nonprofits or consulting focused on tax advocacy, program development and oversight, or public interest research.
- Data analytics or research organizations where analyzing complex datasets is key to informed decision-making.
- Policy research with a focus on tax policy levy issues.
OR A bachelor's degree involving major study in law, business, public administration, political science, or related field AND at least one (1) years of progressively responsible professional experience interpreting, applying, and communicating tax laws, regulations, policies, legal opinions, or agency procedures to internal staff, external impacted groups, elected officials,
