APD - Tax & Permit Specialist I

Position open until 8/24/2026

About the role

The Tax & Permit Specialist I is an entry-level position responsible for managing and processing tax and permit applications, ensuring compliance with local and state regulations. This role requires attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and a thorough understanding of tax laws and regulations. It involves working closely with various departments and external stakeholders to facilitate the issuance of tax certificates and/or permits and the collection of taxes. This is a non-supervisory position that operates under general supervision, with responsibility for completing assigned tasks independently or collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Verifies the accuracy of submitted documents and ensures compliance with relevant regulations.
• Responds to inquiries from taxpayers regarding tax and permit requirements, procedures, and obligations.
• Maintains accurate records of all transactions and communications.
• Collaborates with other City departments to ensure consistent enforcement of tax and permit laws and regulations.
• Stays informed about changes in tax and permit laws, regulations, and policies that may affect tax and permit administration.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business or public administration, or a closely related field (additional years of experience may substitute for the degree on an exceptional basis, with a minimum of six (6) years of professional related experience in processing tax and permitting).
• Two (2) years of experience in processing tax and permitting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex regulations clearly and professionally.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.

Skills

• Knowledge of all requirements to process and administer various tax and permit applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal tax regulations.
• Aptitude to deal with confidential matters tactfully and with good judgment.
• Analytical skills to research, report, and troubleshoot issues and process inefficiencies.
• Ability to follow direction and work independently.
• Attention to detail, particularly in municipal tax calculations and reporting.
• Regulatory knowledge to stay abreast of changes in municipal tax laws and regulations.
• Problem-solving skills to identify issues and implement solutions.
• Customer focus to provide excellent service to businesses and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) or more years of tax and permitting experience in municipal government.
• Experience in municipal government.

Work Environment

• Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Pay

$40,945.05 annually