Tax Policy Executive

Summary

Under the guidance of the General Counsel, provides critical legal advisory services and support for the development and implementation of the new integrated tax system (ITS) for the Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) interfacing with a wide cross-section of teams across the organization (e.g., Audit, License and Registration, Mail Processing, Data Management, Collections, Error Resolution, Customer Service). The role requires a high degree of self-initiative; the ability to be appropriately transparent with staff and management; a high comfort level with using all available technological tools to engage with others, whether oral, visual, or written interaction; and requires a high degree of organizational agility and flexibility based on needs and demands while demonstrating respect, kindness, and empathy toward team members and stakeholders in alignment with the agency's overall mission of serving taxpayers.

Note: This role is contingent upon available funding, which is currently approved for six years.

Requirements

Education/Experience

Any combination that meets the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA); typical ways KSAs are obtained may include but are not limited to: a relevant degree from an accredited college or university such as Juris Doctorate Degree ( J.D.), training, coursework, and work experience relevant to the assignment

• Minimum of 10 years as a licensed attorney having either a mix of private/public sector experience or representation that entailed a high degree of interaction with state and local agencies
• Minimum of 8 years' practice focusing on state and local taxes

Licenses & Certifications

Active or inactive license to practice law in the State of Arizona or another U.S. state

Job Duties and More: See the job posting for the full job description here: https://www.azstatejobs.gov/jobs/c53d08fb-f972-45d7-9f57-50fa383f0588