LEA II USUB

About the role

The North Carolina Department of Revenue is recruiting for an Unauthorized Substances Unit (USUB) Law Enforcement Agent. The USUB Agent’s primary purpose is to assess and collect unauthorized substances taxes in an assigned geographical area. This position is responsible for investigating financial assets of taxpayers assessed under the unauthorized substances tax schedule to maximize all tax, penalty, and interest collections due to the state.

Duties

• Review and process reports from law enforcement
• Prepare and issue civil legal documents necessary for forced collection actions
• Identify and seize assets
• Levy income sources of non-compliant taxpayers

Requirements

• Five years of law enforcement agent or officer experience in a specialized law enforcement unit, such as narcotics, K-9, fraud, cybercrime, or digital forensics
• Demonstrated knowledge of law enforcement concepts, practices, and theories used in the technical specialty area under an agent’s direct control
• Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in applying legal civil enforcement methods
• Considerable public interaction skills as it relates to enforcement activities
• Demonstrated ability to conduct in-depth interviews and interrogations

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Management Preferences

• Knowledge of law enforcement concepts, practices, and theories used in the technical specialty area under an agent’s direct control
• Public interaction skills as it relates to enforcement activities
• Ability to conduct in-depth interviews and interrogations

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation range: $55,704 - $94,697
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• Longevity pays lump sum payout yearly based on length of service
• 401K, 457, and 403(b) plans

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience as a revenue law enforcement agent
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience
• Must be qualified for certification as a law enforcement officer in accordance with the provisions of the NC Criminal Justice Training and Standards Commission or the ability to achieve certification within one year of employment

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.