BUSINESS TAXES SPECIALIST I, BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

About the role

Are you interested in making life better for Californians? The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) is seeking ambitious and driven individuals to join us. We value staff and are dedicated to employee career development. Our agency supports the development of staff by offering training to flourish in their position and programs to promote and explore upward mobility.

This position will be located in our Sacramento, Headquarters office or one of the state field offices (Redding, Oakland, Fairfield, Santa Rosa, San Jose, Fresno, Bakersfield, Glendale, Ventura, Santa Ana, San Diego). The location of the position will be based on the location of the most qualified candidate.

Duties

A Business Taxes Specialist I in the Data Analysis Section researches, requests, and compiles data to formulate solutions. In doing this, the incumbent will:

• Evaluate highly technical and sensitive audit and compliance issues.
• Research and analyze new and existing data sources through innovative data mining techniques.
• Analyze and resolve difficult and unique program activity issues.
• Prepare responses to complex audit and compliance program matters.

Working in the Data Analysis Section exposes team members to all aspects of agency data, including, but not limited to, registration, returns and payments, and third-party data. Working in the unit also allows opportunities to work closely with audit and compliance team members from all over the agency, as well as exposure to senior management. We are a high functioning team, and the work we do makes a difference to the Californians we serve.

Requirements

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Position requires employee to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a background investigation. Travel may be required up to five percent (5%) of the time.

Eligibility for Promotional Exams

In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications for the Business Taxes Specialist I, competition is limited to individuals who meet at least one of the following promotional examination criteria:

• Have a permanent civil service appointment with CDTFA, or
• Are current or former employees of the legislature for 2 or more years as defined in Government Code 18990, or
• Are current or former non-elected exempt employees of the executive branch for 2 or more consecutive years as defined in Govt. Code 18992, or
• Are persons retired from the United States military honorably discharged from active duty with a service disability or honorably discharged from active duty as defined in Government Code 18991. Applicants must provide a copy of discharge papers (DD 214) for verification purposes at the time of application.

Under certain circumstances other employees may be allowed to compete under provisions of Rules 234, 235 and 235.2. California Code of Regulations Rules 233, 234, 235.2 and 237 contain provisions regarding civil service status and eligibility for promotional examinations. If you are unsure of your eligibility for promotional examinations, please contact Exams@cdtfa.ca.gov.

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: 8/3/2026

Who May Apply: Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply: Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this job posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the application package listing must be included.

Address for Mailing Application Packages:
CA Department of Tax and Fee Administration
Talent Acquisition Section
Attn: Certification Section - JC-525152
651 Bannon Street, Suite 100 MIC: 00
Sacramento, CA 95811

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages:
CA Department of Tax and Fee Administration
Human Resources Bureau (App Drop Off)
Northwest Tower 1st Floor Lobby Drop Box (JC-525152)
651 Bannon Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
Monday - Friday (Excluding Holidays) 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents: The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Other - A completed Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) must be submitted with your STD. 678 in order to be considered for this position. Please see the Supplemental Questionnaire Requirement section of this job posting for additional information.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Pay

• $8,052.00 - $10,079.00 (New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.)

Schedule

• Permanent, Full Time
• Hybrid (Under Government Code 14200, this position may be eligible for partial telework for eligible candidates residing in California. All telework/hybrid schedules require staff to report to the office a minimum number of days per week. Schedules are subject to change.)

Benefits

• Reliable income
• Stable benefits
• Work-life balance
• Paid holidays
• Advancement opportunities
• Career Center that provides assistance with resumes, mock interviews, interview tips and tricks, and other job opportunities
• Excellent hands-on training, classroom training, and mentoring program
• Opportunity to work with diverse individuals and explore creative and innovative ways to make processes more efficient