Introduction

� � OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS � This is a position specific recruitment. The resulting certified eligible list may be used to staff several current and future vacancies for this position/function only. �

GRADE

15

LOCATION OF POSITION

Salisbury, Maryland

POSITION DUTIES

Are you interested in working in the heart of, and the largest city in Maryland's Eastern Shore? Salisbury still offers a small town vibe, and with less then an hour drive you are at the beautiful Ocean City shoreline. Not interested in the shoreline? Salisbury is full of history, and its beautiful downtown community has many shops, and restaurants to choose from.� The main purpose of this job is to learn the duties of the branch office manager, and assist with the planning, organizing, directing, and supervising the activities of the branch office representatives in the Salisbury Branch Office for the Comptroller of Maryland. This position directs the work of reporting staff, which may include professional, technical, or clerical workers.� Responsibilities also include the independent judgment of answering inquiries and complaints of taxpayers, businesses, tax preparers and the general public, who contact the local branch office by phone, in person, virtually, and correspondence through the CRM application.� This position will review and approve leave, as well as monitor staff coverage of the branch office. They will promulgate, promote, and ensure the compliance of policies, rules, regulations and procedures with the tax laws and regulations of the State. This position is considered one of the agency’s emergency essential personnel and is to ensure that the branch office is adequately staffed during normal work hours and is available during emergency situations. Please Note: This position is not telework eligible. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require operation of a personal motor�vehicle.� Employee assigned such duties will be required to possess driver’s license valid in the State of�Maryland. Evening and weekend work may be required especially during peak times of the year. Employee must be able to tolerate an occasional uncomfortable or unpleasant experience presented by upset or irate taxpayers. Work may involve special physical demands such as lifting 25 to 35 pounds, climbing ladders, delivering�supplies, etc. Employees are unable to prepare tax returns outside of the requirements of the job or work for private�accounting companies. Leave may be limited during certain times of the year due to high volume events, projects or special�assignments. The position is considered one of the agency's emergency essential personnel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. Experience: Four years of professional work experience in auditing, accounting, tax law, general management or customer service. Notes: Candidates may substitute the possession of an associates degree for two years of the required experience.� Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience. Candidates may substitute 30 college credits from an accredited college or university for one year of the required experience up to three years of experience. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a non-commissioned officer in accounting and budget classification or accounting and budget specialty codes in the tax examining field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. ** For education obtained outside of the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service. If you possess a degree obtained outside of the United States, please submit a detailed, course-by-course evaluation report from one of the U.S. equivalence evaluating members identified at�http://www.naces.org/members.html.�

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Prior supervisory/management experience. Customer Service Experience. Organizational skills. Experience with personal computer and software applications. Knowledge and experience in Maryland and Federal tax laws and forms.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please ensure you provide sufficient information on your application to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Please indicate clearly any position-specific experience and ensure all education and experience sections are complete. Approval of your application will be based on a review of the information you submit. All qualified applicants are placed on an unranked list of candidates and will remain active on this list for at least one year. Incomplete information may result in the disqualification of your application. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Upon appointment (new hires and/or transfers) must successfully undergo fingerprinting�and determination of legal authorization to work in the United States. Disqualifying charges may include any felony; any crime of moral turpitude, e.g. embezzlement, fraud, tax evasion or bribery; any crime of identity theft or impersonation; any crime of assault or battery; and any crime relating to the use or distribution of a controlled dangerous substance other than marijuana, regardless of the age of the offense or the specifications of the position. Due to the nature of the agency's business, candidates must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible for employment.� *Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you choose email as the option to submit your application/required additional information, you must include the following information on at least one the pages you submit. First and Last Name Recruitment Number (located at the top of the bulletin) The last four digits of your SS# If you have questions or concerns regarding this recruitment, please email�tkoppie@marylandtaxes.gov�at Comptroller of MD, Office of Human Resources. If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or��Application.Help@maryland.gov. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply. If you need reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADA), 2008 please contact the director of EEO & Fair Practices Operations at 667-262-2777, or at�fairpractices@marylandtaxes.gov, or�amoreland@marylandtaxes.gov�for additional information.