Assistant Division Manager-Income Tax (SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR OPT. 2A)
Springfield, IL, US, 62702
Job Requisition ID: 54257
Opening Date: 03/17/2026
Closing Date: 03/31/2026
Agency: Department of Revenue
Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070)
Skill Option: Revenue Audit Field Manager
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: $9,174 - $9,962/mo.; ($110,088 - $119,544/yr.)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Term Appointment/ Gubernatorial (Management Bill)
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Position Overview
Would you like to work for a professional organization which provides steady hours and an exceptional benefits package? How about a workplace with career and personal growth opportunities? Then consider working for the Illinois Department of Revenue. We are hiring an Audit Field Compliance Assistant Manager-Income Tax (Senior Public Service Administrator opt. 2A) for the Field Compliance Income Tax Section within the Audit Bureau located in Springfield, IL. This position is responsible for coordinating and managing income tax auditing activities, maintaining and implementing policies and procedures, and serving as full-line supervisor for income field tax staff. If you have experience in managing a fast-paced field compliance area related to audits, then we want you! Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Apply now before time runs out!
Essential Functions
- Subject to administrative approval, plans, directs, coordinates and manages the tax auditing activities relating to Income Tax within an assigned geographical area.
- Provides advice and assistance to subordinate staff in resolving highly controversial and complex cases within the framework of applicable laws, rules and regulations.
- Reviews and analyzes statistical reports of results or activities of staff performing Income Tax audits to assess and evaluate operational efficiency, adherence to Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) rules and regulations, and to ensure uniform application of applicable tax laws and IDOR policies and procedures.
- Serves as full line supervisor.
- Conducts conferences with taxpayers, accountants, attorneys, officials and others to explain findings in the more controversial or sensitive issues.
- Develops, recommends and implements operating policies, procedures, work and performance standards.
- Attends, prepares for and participates in management staff meetings regarding operating policies, procedures and staffing requirements and/or provides input into program and policy development.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, with coursework in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, business management, public administration, statistics, law, or a related field.
- Requires prior experience equivalent to four (4) years of responsible administrative experience in State and/or Federal tax auditing.
Preferred Qualifications
- Four (4) years of experience developing and managing a compliance program area (including overseeing staff, managing special projects, etc.)
- Four (4) years of experience in the process of auditing and conducting audits.
- Four (4) years of responsible administrative work experience in state or federal tax auditing working with the Federal Income Tax Act and relating its provisions to specific issues.
- Four (4) years of experience working with various tax laws, rules, regulations, court decisions and related acts administered by the State of Illinois.
- Four (4) years of supervisory experience that includes staff development, application of discipline, evaluating employee performance, determining staffing needs, and establishing employee goals and objectives.
- Four (4) years of experience using GenTax, MyTax Illinois, or similar tax software systems.
- Four (4) years of experience with the grievance and discipline processes contained in bargaining unit contracts.
- Four (4) years of experience speaking to various groups to convey policy and procedures in a manner easily understood by diverse audiences.
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel of similar spreadsheet software.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires the ability to successfully complete a tax compliance and fingerprint-based background check.
- Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
- Requires access to an automobile for travel during performance of job duties.
- Requires the ability to use and secure a state issued mobile device, e.g., cellular phone, laptop computer, tablet, etc.
- Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
- This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:30am - 5pm
Headquarter Location: 101 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Brent Stice
Email: Brent.Stice@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Leadership & Management
Agency Statement:
The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is responsible for administering the state's tax laws and collecting taxes in a fair, consistent, and efficient manner. Their goal is to provide accurate, timely, and reliable funding and information to both state and local communities. By implementing best practices, IDOR works to continuously improve and enhance accuracy, efficiency, and productivity across all areas of operations and tax administration. In doing so, they aim to earn respect, deliver value, and serve as a trusted source of information for the public.
IDOR is a professional governmental entity that prioritizes its employees and actively invests in their success through comprehensive training and engagement. As the proud Platinum recipient of the 2026 Bell Seal for workplace mental health, IDOR cultivates an environment that encourages open dialogue and collaboration on mental health issues. With a strong commitment to diversity—both culturally and professionally—IDOR believes that this inclusive approach leads to a more productive workplace, ultimately benefiting the citizens and taxpayers of Illinois.
Revolving Door:
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.
Term Appointment:
Candidates hired into a term position shall be appointed for a term of 4 years and are subject to a probationary period. The term may be renewed for successive four-year terms at the Director of the Department of Revenue’s discretion.
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