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Working Title: Student WorkerJob Class: Student Worker Para Professional SeniorAgency: Revenue Dept
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers.
Date Posted : 3/11/2023
Closing Date : 3/24/2023
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Revenue Dept / Revenue (inc Assessors)-AFSCME
Division/Unit : Corporate Franchise Tax Division
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $17.31 - $21.10 / hourly
Classified Status : Unclassified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME
Work Area : Corporate Franchise Tax Division
End Date : 12/31/2023
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Telework Eligible : Yes
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.The Corporate Franchise Tax Division at the Minnesota Department of Revenue is looking for up to four student workers for part-time work (20-30 hours) during school and up to full-time during school breaks. Employment will commence on or around June 7, 2023 and continue through December 31, 2023 with possibility of extension.Candidates should be available to work between twenty and thirty hours a week. Work hours are flexible and may be adjusted to fit class schedules but must occur between 7:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.This position may count towards internship credit with your university. You will need to work with your university to determine if this position will qualify as an internship. Primary responsibility is providing timely and accurate customer service, education and information to ensure taxpayers understand and comply with Minnesota income laws. The student workers will respond to general correspondence involving Minnesota corporate franchise tax laws.The successful applicants will communicate with taxpayers by phone, letter and email to facilitate taxpayer compliance. In addition, this position will perform office audits, perform audit lead evaluations, and data entry. Additional tasks relating to tax audit and other customer service projects may be assigned.These positions will work in St. Paul and may be allowed to work remotely on occasion. Teleworking employees are required to live in Minnesota or a bordering state in a county along the Minnesota state line.Minimum QualificationsUndergraduate student (in second or third year) in a business related field of study, such as Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or Business ManagementApplicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following:
Human relation and communication skills necessary to perform above job duties and work with customers in a professional and effective manner
Knowledge of personal computers, including knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications
Math, English, and analytical skills necessary to independently perform the duties of the position
Ability to take direction well and complete tasks in a highly accurate and timely fashion
Ability to maintain confidential information
(To be eligible for appointment as a Student Worker, you must be a student enrolled in a post-secondary or graduate program or planning to enroll within three months. If you are enrolled at a credit-granting institution, you must carry at least six semester credits; if enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class, you must be taking two or more classes per semester. Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on a dissertation. You will be asked to complete an Educational Verification form prior to appointment.)Preferred QualificationsEnrolled in an undergraduate program with an accounting emphasis.Physical RequirementsRequires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.Additional RequirementsPrior to an offer of employment, a background check will be conducted. This will include, but is not limited to checking degrees and licensures, criminal history, and tax filing and payment history. All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position.Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
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