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Litigation Manager (Departmental Manager 14)

Salary

$71,240.00 - $106,246.40 Annually

Location

Dimondale, MI

Job Type

Permanent Full Time

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

2701-25-19-35

Department

Treasury

Opening Date

06/11/2025

Closing Date

6/25/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)

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Job Description

* * This position offers the ability to work remotely three days per week with a Flexible/Hybrid work schedule. **

The Tax Compliance Bureau (TCB) within the Michigan Department of Treasury is seeking to recruit an innovative and dynamic Departmental Manager for the Operations Division, Technical Issues Resolution area. The Technical Issues Resolution area assists the Tax Compliance Bureau with interpretation and application of statutory changes, litigation, and technical tax support.

This position is a first line manager and will function as the Litigation Manager in a complex work area to promote compliance with Michigan taxes administered by the Department of Treasury. This position will direct the work of professional staff auditors and analysts. Conducts research and serves as the expert/liaison to the Attorney General’s Office in the preparation of documents necessary to litigate audit determinations related to complex tax issues and sophisticated business environments. Promotes an environment conducive to high performance, collaboration and teamwork in the Bureau.

Our culture is driven by excellent customer service, continuous improvement, metrics, and employee development. The Department of Treasury promotes and supports Diversity and Inclusion. Join our team and start a promising career with the Michigan Department of Treasury!

If you think this position sounds like a great fit for you, click the position description link below to learn more about the job.

View the full position description here: Departmental Manager 14 (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/DEPTMGR3J19N DM14 PD (Approved).pdf)

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Required Education and Experience

Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience

Four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level.

Please Note: A position is considered professional if the job requires a bachelor's degree.Qualifying 'professional experience' is only taken into consideration post-bachelor's degree.

Alternate Education and Experience

Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications

Alternative experience qualifications of nonprofessional experience, previously identified by the appointing authority and approved by Civil Service, will be accepted as a substitute for the required classified, professional experience for the classification. The nonprofessional experience must be related to departmental programs and services that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Individuals appointed must possess the department-specific alternative experience for positions within that agency only. Individuals appointed must possess the department-specific alternative experience for positions within that agency only.

Additional Requirements and Information

Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and a copy of your OFFICIAL college transcript(s) to your application . (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

Official Transcripts. For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), the Registrar's signature and/or seal, andMUSTbe recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (https://www.chea.org/search-institutions) (CHEA). A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above.

Foreign Transcripts: Applicants who possess a degree from a foreign college or universityMUSThave their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by theCouncil on Higher Education Accreditation (https://www.chea.org/search-institutions) (CHEA). Go to evaluators (https://www.naces.org/members) for a list of accepted organizations that evaluate foreign credentials. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.

Remote Work. This position is eligible to work remotely on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and must work onsite Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Selected candidate must have a safe and appropriate designated workspace or workstation for performance of work and secure and sufficient internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.

Work must be performed in the state of Michigan . If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position prior to being appointed to the position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.

Fingerprinting Sub-class . Positions assigned subclass codes and individuals appointed must possess the required specialized experience. This position has a FTINPRINT sub-class code. The sub-class code indicates the position has access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and requires passing of a fingerprint-based background check per IRS Publication 1075.

AI. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process, including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.

E-Verify. The Michigan Department of Treasury participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/employee-rights-and-responsibilities) and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Interviews. Interviews may occur virtually using Microsoft Teams. No prior experience with Teams is necessary, as instructions and tips will be provided to all candidates scheduled for an interview.

Note: Your application for this position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results; however, all applicants can view their application status in their NEOGOV profile.

View the entire job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/D/DepartmentalManager.pdf

The Michigan Department of Treasury is proud to be recognized at the Gold Level as a Veteran-Friendly Employer.

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

More details on benefits for our new hires are below:

Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.

Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.

Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.

Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.

Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.

Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.

Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.

Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.

Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.

Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.

Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.

Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.

Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.

Updated: 2/28/24

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DEPTMGR - Do you possess one of the following? A bachelor's degree or higher in any major. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts. OR at least one year of professional level experience working in the State of Michigan classified service.

+ Yes

+ No

02

DEPTMGR2-4 - Do you possess at least four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level?

+ Yes

+ No

03

From the options below, which accurately describes your current employment status? (A current State employee works for an actual State Department such as Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) or Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity (LEO) etc.)

+ Not a State of Michigan employee (never been employed at the State)

+ A current Department of Treasury employee

+ A current State of Michigan (non-Treasury) employee

+ A previous State of Michigan employee

04

How many years of management experience do you have?

+ None to less than one year

+ One to three years

+ Three to five years

+ Five to seven years

+ Seven years or more

05

If you indicated you have experience in the previous question, briefly describe your management style, experience, and the number of team members you managed. This experience should be clearly documented in your application material. If you have no experience, enter N/A.

06

Do you have extensive knowledge and experience applying state tax laws, including knowledge of Corporate Income Tax, Sales Tax and Use Tax?

+ Yes

+ No

07

If you indicated experience in the question above, please describe the position you held when you applied that tax knowledge, the job responsibilities of the position and the number of years you held that position. If you have no experience, enter N/A.

08

How many years of experience do you have conducting research and analysis of complex tax issues?

+ None to less than one year

+ One to three years

+ Three to five years

+ Five to seven years

+ Seven years or more

09

If you indicated you have experience in the previous question, please describe your experience. If you have no experience, enter N/A.

10

How many years of experience do you have defending tax determinations at informal appeals or in litigation proceedings?

+ None to less than one year

+ One to three years

+ Three to five years

+ Five to seven years

+ Seven years or more

11

If you indicated experience in the previous question, please describe the types of hearings and litigation proceedings attended. If you have no experience, enter N/A.

12

How many years of experience do you have discussing complex tax issues with a taxpayer or the taxpayer’s representative?

+ None to less than one year

+ One to three years

+ Three to five years

+ Five to seven years

+ Seven years or more

13

Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position before you are appointed to the position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. Do you currently reside in Michigan or if offered the position, would plan to relocate to Michigan?

+ Yes

+ No

14

Do you understand this job requires working onsite on Tuesdays and Wednesdays?

+ Yes

+ No

15

Did you attach your cover letter and detailed resume to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

+ Yes

+ No

16

Did you attach a copy of your official college/university transcript(s) to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

+ Yes

+ No

+ N/A - I am a current or previous State of Michigan employee and possess at least one year of professional experience working in a professional position. (A position is considered professional if the job requires a bachelor's degree.)

Required Question

Employer

State of Michigan

Department

Treasury

Address

[email protected]

430 West Allegan Street

Lansing, Michigan, 48922

Phone

517-335-7508

Website

https://www.michigan.gov/treasurycareers

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