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SENIOR TAX COMPLIANCE REPRESENTATIVE
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A Tax Examiner or Collector examines tax returns, bills of sale and other documents to determine the type and amount of taxes, duties and other types of fees to be paid by individuals or businesses, referring exceptional or important cases to accountants, senior government officials or managers.
$52,363 / year median in California
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Senior Tax Compliance Representative Employment Development Department
JC-530896
•Senior Tax Compliance Representative
SENIOR TAX COMPLIANCE REPRESENTATIVE
$6,646.00
•$8,324.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date:
9/12/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties
THIS POSITION MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE. THE AMOUNT OF TELEWORK IS AT THE DISCRETION OF THE DEPARTMENT AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS BUSINESS NEEDS ARISE.
Under the general supervision of the Tax Administrator (TA) I, the Senior Tax Compliance Representative (STCR) independently performs the most involved, difficult, and sensitive compliance activities and has the ability to handle multiple and competing priorities. The STCR uses a high degree of judgment and extensive knowledge of statutes, regulations, and compliance procedures to resolve delinquent tax liabilities and/or delinquent tax returns. The STCR may assist the TA I by monitoring ongoing work activities and providing technical support to staff. Resolving case assignments may involve contact with the employer or the employer's representative by telephone, written correspondence, field calls or utilization of other collection tools such as 1733/1735 investigations, issuance of warrants, property seizures real and personal, etc. The STCR may train and assist staff in all aspects of the tax collection process. The incumbent should possess basic skills in the use of a personal computer or laptop with Microsoft Software applications (i.e., Word, Outlook, Excel), as well as knowledge of the various automated systems and internet sources used within Collection Division. This position is headquartered in San Jose and may be eligible for telework under EDD's telework policy. California Government Code Section 14200 requires employees to reside in California to telecommute. Employees are required to report to their headquarters office, as needed. Travel expenses to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Position exists in Santa Clara County. Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2%
•4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website. You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions Visa Sponsorship This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment. Occasional travel is required for Field Calls, training or meetings, which on rare occasions may require overnight stay. Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
SENIOR TAX COMPLIANCE REPRESENTATIVE
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Job Code #:
JC-530896
Position #(s): 280-798-8687-074
Working Title:
Senior Tax Compliance Representative
Classification:
SENIOR TAX COMPLIANCE REPRESENTATIVE
$6,646.00
•$8,324.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of
Positions:
1
Work Location:
Santa Clara County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
8:00 a.m.
•5:00 p.m.
Work Week:
Monday
•Friday Department Information
The Employment Development Department (EDD) is one of the largest State departments with employees at hundreds of service locations. For more than 70 years, the EDD has connected millions of job seekers and employers in an effort to build the economy of the Golden State. In order to continue our mission, we are constantly looking for the best and the brightest to join our ranks. Working at EDD presents many opportunities. If you strive to make a difference, we invite you to seek a career with EDD.
Department Website:
http://www.edd.ca.gov
Special Requirements It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at www.calcareers.ca.gov. Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the "Application Instructions' section below and ensure the following: Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Classification Title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment STD Form 678. Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the "Explanations" section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. Remove and do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (Page 10) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only. Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information. Examination/Assessment (Use font size 14) If selected for hire, you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired. Click the examination link below and to take the exam: The Senior Tax Compliance Representative is a Departmental Promotional exam for EDD employees only. The next administration of the STCR exam is tentatively scheduled for June 2027. For more information about the State hiring process, click here. To watch tutorials on how to apply for a State job, click here. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date:
9/12/2026