SUPERVISING TAX AUDITOR III BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

Job Description and Duties

All applicants will be considered, however SROA/Surplus candidates will be given priority.

Position is located in Chicago, IL.

The Supervising Tax Auditor (STA) III (Audit Principal) is responsible for the administration of the audit program in the field offices. The incumbent plans, organizes, and directs the audit programs through subordinate supervisors and provides audit program guidance to field office supervisors. Responsibilities include in-depth field auditing and other administrative activities related to enforcing applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. The incumbent also fosters cooperation and integrates functions between audit and compliance staff. With oversight to field offices, and attending meetings and training, the position requires travel up to forty percent (40%) of the time which may include overnight.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Special 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.; for more information about E-Verify, please go to www.dhs.gov/e-verify

Position requires employee to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a background investigation.

With oversight to field offices, and attending meetings and training, the position requires travel up to forty percent (40%) of the time which may include overnight.

Eligibility for Promotional Exams

In addition to meeting the Minimum Qualifications for the SUPERVISING TAX AUDITOR III, 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.

Benefits

CDTFA appreciates and proudly celebrates diversity with an emphasis of an inclusive atmosphere in all levels of the organization. CDTFA is a participant in The Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE) Capitol Cohort to advance racial equality and advance opportunities for all in California. Employees of different races, ethnicities, genders, ages, religions, disabilities, gender orientations and personal experiences are welcomed to contribute to the success of CDTFA.

Working Conditions

- Position is located in a high-rise building.

- Standard office environment (for example, artificial lighting, controlled temperature, among others).

- Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.

- Must be able to move/transport materials weighing up to thirty (30) pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Additional Documents

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Department Information

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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: 7/22/2026

Who May Apply

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).

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Bryan White
(312) 201-3209

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
(916) 309-8400
EqualEmployment.Opportunity@cdtfa.ca.gov