SENIOR TAX COMPLIANCE REPRESENTATIVE (SPECIALIST)
Employment Development Department, California, MO, United States
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-512143
Position #: 280-734-8687-032
Working Title: Senior Tax Compliance Representative
Classification: Senior Tax Compliance Representative (Specialist)
Salary: $6,646.00 - $8,324.00
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Work Week: Monday – Friday
Department Information The Employment Development Department (EDD) is one of the largest State departments with employees at hundreds of service locations. For more than 70 years, the EDD has connected millions of job seekers and employers in an effort to build the economy of the Golden State. In order to continue our mission, we are constantly looking for the best and the brightest to join our ranks. Working at EDD presents many opportunities. If you strive to make a difference, we invite you to seek a career with EDD.
Job Description and Duties Under the general supervision of the Tax Administrator I (TAI), the Senior Tax Compliance Representative (STCR) assists the TAI by monitoring ongoing work activities and providing technical support to the staff. The STCR independently performs the most involved, difficult, and sensitive compliance activities and handles multiple competing priorities. The incumbent trains, develops, and assists staff in all aspects of the tax collection process and may provide assistance in the Service Center during periods of high call volumes.
STCR must adhere strictly to applicable laws, regulations, and policies, possess basic PC skills (including Microsoft Word and Excel), be approachable, tactful, and treat people at all levels with dignity and respect, and possess strong communication skills, including writing, speaking, and listening. The STCR serves as a role model for subordinate staff and maintains a professional appearance and demeanor. The incumbent must be flexible and adaptable to change, maintain confidential information, and support management while directing staff toward the department’s mission and vision goals.
Effective July 1 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction of 2%‑4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. The position is headquartered in Rancho Cordova and may be eligible for telework under EDD’s telework policy; California Government Code Section 14200 requires employees to reside in California to telecommute. Employees are required to report to their headquarters office as needed. Travel expenses to and from the assigned headquarters are the employee’s responsibility.
Special Requirements It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at
www.calcareers.ca.gov . Please submit only ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.
Examination/Assessment To apply for this position, you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired. The Senior Tax Compliance Representative (Specialist) is a Departmental Promotional exam for EDD employees only. The next administration of the exam is tentatively scheduled for
09/2026 .
Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date: 3/28/2026.
Who may apply: Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
Applicants will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
Required Application Package Documents
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at
www.CalCareers.ca.gov . All experience and education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included.
Resume is optional and may be included.
Statement of Qualifications – A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the “Statement of Qualifications Requirements” section for more information.
Application Submission Options Send by email or upload electronically through CalCareer. Submissions by hard copy may be mailed to:
Employment Development Department Attn: Job Control #512143 Human Resource Services Division, MIC 54 PO Box 826880 Sacramento, CA 94280‑0001
Or drop off at:
Employment Development Department Attn: Job Control #512143 EDD/Human Resource Services Division 1416 9th Street, 1st floor lobby Sacramento, CA 95814 08:00 AM – 04:30 PM
Accommodations Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
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It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-512143
Position #: 280-734-8687-032
Working Title: Senior Tax Compliance Representative
Classification: Senior Tax Compliance Representative (Specialist)
Salary: $6,646.00 - $8,324.00
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Work Week: Monday – Friday
Department Information The Employment Development Department (EDD) is one of the largest State departments with employees at hundreds of service locations. For more than 70 years, the EDD has connected millions of job seekers and employers in an effort to build the economy of the Golden State. In order to continue our mission, we are constantly looking for the best and the brightest to join our ranks. Working at EDD presents many opportunities. If you strive to make a difference, we invite you to seek a career with EDD.
Job Description and Duties Under the general supervision of the Tax Administrator I (TAI), the Senior Tax Compliance Representative (STCR) assists the TAI by monitoring ongoing work activities and providing technical support to the staff. The STCR independently performs the most involved, difficult, and sensitive compliance activities and handles multiple competing priorities. The incumbent trains, develops, and assists staff in all aspects of the tax collection process and may provide assistance in the Service Center during periods of high call volumes.
STCR must adhere strictly to applicable laws, regulations, and policies, possess basic PC skills (including Microsoft Word and Excel), be approachable, tactful, and treat people at all levels with dignity and respect, and possess strong communication skills, including writing, speaking, and listening. The STCR serves as a role model for subordinate staff and maintains a professional appearance and demeanor. The incumbent must be flexible and adaptable to change, maintain confidential information, and support management while directing staff toward the department’s mission and vision goals.
Effective July 1 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction of 2%‑4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. The position is headquartered in Rancho Cordova and may be eligible for telework under EDD’s telework policy; California Government Code Section 14200 requires employees to reside in California to telecommute. Employees are required to report to their headquarters office as needed. Travel expenses to and from the assigned headquarters are the employee’s responsibility.
Special Requirements It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at
www.calcareers.ca.gov . Please submit only ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.
Examination/Assessment To apply for this position, you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired. The Senior Tax Compliance Representative (Specialist) is a Departmental Promotional exam for EDD employees only. The next administration of the exam is tentatively scheduled for
09/2026 .
Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date: 3/28/2026.
Who may apply: Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
Applicants will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
Required Application Package Documents
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at
www.CalCareers.ca.gov . All experience and education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included.
Resume is optional and may be included.
Statement of Qualifications – A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the “Statement of Qualifications Requirements” section for more information.
Application Submission Options Send by email or upload electronically through CalCareer. Submissions by hard copy may be mailed to:
Employment Development Department Attn: Job Control #512143 Human Resource Services Division, MIC 54 PO Box 826880 Sacramento, CA 94280‑0001
Or drop off at:
Employment Development Department Attn: Job Control #512143 EDD/Human Resource Services Division 1416 9th Street, 1st floor lobby Sacramento, CA 95814 08:00 AM – 04:30 PM
Accommodations Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
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