Job Number: 01-251028-04 - Legal Counsel - Sales Tax Section - 1022033
Company Name: Missouri Department of Revenue
The Missouri Department of Revenue has an immediate opening for an
attorney in the General Counsel’s Office Sales Tax Section. The attorney
would represent the Director of Revenue before the Administrative
Hearing Commission, provide legal guidance, draft regulations and legal
opinions, and engage in various other legal duties as assigned. This is
an excellent opportunity to gain immediate litigation experience as well
as learn a complex area of law. This position affords the opportunity
for experience with a number of tax types, professional career
development, and valuable training and mentoring. The Missouri
Department of Revenue is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying
employer.
DUTIES PERFORMED TO SUPPORT THE DEPARTMENT’S VISION:
• Represent the Department in a wide range of litigation matters
• Provide general legal advice to Department personnel in the area of sales tax
• Legal research and writing
CORE COMPETENCIES NEEDED:
Strategic Thinking Computer Literacy Effective Writing
Able to Work Independently Attention to Detail Clear Communication
QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED:
• Currently licensed to practice law in Missouri as a recognized member of the Missouri Bar
• Ability to exercise critical reasoning skills
• Ability to effectively work and communicate with coworkers, taxpayers, attorneys and the courts
• Ability to work independently
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Motivated, independent, and reliable professional
• General knowledge of and interest in tax law
• Relevant experience is valued, but not required
SALARY: $67,080 (Higher Salary/position may be available based on prior experience)
Interested Parties/How to Apply: Please apply through www.mocareers.mo.gov
Please put in Legal Counsel in the Keyword area and select Department of Revenue as well.
Please direct any questions about this position to:
The Missouri Department of Revenue Human Resources and Total Rewards office at (573) 751-1291.
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. The Missouri Department of Revenue celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.