Tax Law Specialist (International Tax Law Specialist)

Tax Law Specialist (International Tax Law Specialist)

Positions under this announcement are being filled using a Direct Hire Authority (DHA). For information on the Recruitment Incentive please reference the Additional Information section of this announcement.

Duties

WHAT IS THE LBI - LARGE BUSINESS AND INTERNATIONAL DIVISION?

Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.

A description of the business units can be found at : IRS Business Divisions.

Vacancies will be filled in the following specialty areas :

Large Business and International, Director Withholding, Exchange and International Individual Compliance (WEIIC), DFO EOS, Exchange of Information (EOI).

The following are the duties of this position at the full working level :

Performs reviews of assigned Exchange of Information (EOI) cases, defining and obtaining requested information, prepares EOI requests for information for the EOI manager's review and signature.

Performs any required research, follow-ups and / or reports to be sent to the IRS office or foreign government official office.

Maintains inventory controls, historical case files, and administrative reports.

Maintains liaison contacts with personnel of foreign government offices to obtain needed information not available through public information sources, or to identify key persons with whom the EOI Manager should meet to obtain necessary information.

Reviews responses received from IRS offices and foreign governments on assigned EOI cases, and prepares appropriate letters and closing documents for the EOI manager's review and signature.

As directed by the EOI manager, prepares drafts of summons for records needed from banks, other financial institutions, and corporations in the U.S.

Provides advice, counsel, assistance, and guidance to taxpayers and employees, making legal determinations applying applicable provisions of the tax law in LMSB Programs.

Salary

$103,409 - $167,336 / year

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National and provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• Undergo a review of prior performance / conduct and an income tax verification.
• This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting."
• Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment.
• Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9.
• The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Treasury and its bureaus from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment.

Qualifications

Federal experience is not required. The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or Volunteer Service.

You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement or time of referral :

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-13 :

You must have 1 year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service.

• Specialized experience includes legal research, analysis, and preparation of briefs or similar documents interpreting laws and regulations;
• work as an accountant, tax preparer, financial manager, auditor, or investigator requiring application of Federal tax accounting principles and / or the Internal Revenue Code;

managing an inventory of work with various deadlines and competing priorities.

Education

For positions with an education requirement, submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.

Foreign education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements.

Other Information

• A 1-year probationary period is required.
• Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit / Electronic Funds Transfer.
• If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System.
• We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
• This is a Bargaining Unit position.
• Tour of Duty : Monday - Friday 8 : 00am - 8 : 30pm.
• Telework eligible positions do not guarantee telework.

This announcement will establish an inventory of applicants. Contingent upon funding and space requirements, one or more vacancies may be filled as they become available.

Required Documents

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application :

• Resume - Your resume MUST contain dates of employment.
• Online Application - Questionnaire.
• Education - See Education Section above.
• Registration / License (If Applicable) - active, current registration / license.
• Veterans' Preference (if applicable) - Submit a copy of your DD-214.

How to Apply

This Direct Hire Public Notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection. Your application will remain active through the open period of this Public Notice.

You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11 : 59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on 10 / 22 / 2024.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

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