Job Opportunities at SCO

Looking for a job that you can feel passionate about?  Looking for work in an inviting work environment?  If you are interested in working in a fast-paced environment surrounded by enthusiastic and self-motivated people, then look no further!  The Office of the State Controller (SCO) is the destination Constitutional employer within the State of California.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified will be interviewed.
The selected candidate considered for the advertised position will be required to undergo a fingerprint clearance and any offer of employment will be contingent upon live scan fingerprint results.

POSITION MAY BE EXTENDED TO 24 MONTHS.

Scope of Position:
Under the general direction provided by a Staff Services Manager I (Supervisor), the incumbent is responsible to lead and perform analytical work of the more complex collection activities for delinquent tax accounts associated with the following revenue-producing tax programs: Estate Tax, Gift & Inheritance Tax Motor Vehicle Fuel License Tax, Insurance Tax, Petroleum & Gas Tax, and Property Tax Postponement and other related collection programs. 

Duties and Responsibilities:
(Candidates must perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodations.)

Duties will be commensurate with those at the level for which the candidate is hired.

• Independently perform research and analysis related to more complex delinquent tax accounts for a variety of tax programs to determine collection actions.
• Evaluate sensitive and confidential data such as: financial reports, federal tax information, personal income tax documents, credit agency reports, county property records, and other supporting financial documents.
• Communicate and consult with debtor representatives to assist in the collection of delinquent accounts receiveable.
• Evaluate current collection processes and identify process improvements by gathering and analyzing data from other governmental agencies.
• Assist with the preparation and coordination of Discharge from Accountability, on the accounts determined uncollectible.
• Provide recommendations and assist with legislative proposals and/or changes.
• Assist with special projects as assigned.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Demonstrate a high degree of initiative and analytical ability to research and analyze data and present ideas and draw sound conclusions effectively
• Strong  writing and communication skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook
• Strong organizational skills and a commitment to provide quality customer service
• Excellent attendance and dependability
• Ability to be flexible in response to changing workload
• Knowledge of completed Staff Work

MISSION:
Protect California's financial integrity while providing transparency and excellent service.

VISION:
Provide stewardship of public dollars while building a forward-thinking culture of continuous improvement and innovation.