Description:

Job Description and Duties:
It is important to read this advertisement in its entirety. You are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this position. The SOQ instructions and required statements are at the bottom of this posting. Applications received without an SOQ or with an SOQ that does not comply with the instructions will be disqualified.

Under the general direction of the Supervising Administrative Law Judge, and indirect supervision of the Chief Counsel, the Senior Administrative Law Judge (Senior ALJ) presides over the most complex and sensitive appeal matters heard before the A Government Entity individually or as part of a panel of three members. The Senior ALJ prepares timely and legally correct written opinions and orders applying A Government Entity's Rules for Tax Appeals, the California Revenue and Taxation Code, the Internal Revenue Code, relevant provisions of the California Administrative Procedure Act, other relevant laws, regulations, rulings, court decisions, and A Government Entity precedent, policies, and procedures. The Senior ALJ is an expert in the subject matters covered in A Government Entity appeals, and in conducting oral hearings, and is assigned the most complex cases.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=22884004&name=SeniorAdministrativeLawJudgeDutyStatementFINAL.pdf)

Special Requirements:

The Position(s) Require(s) A(n) California State Bar Membership Number License. You Will Be Required to Provide a Copy of Your License Prior to Being Hired.

This Vacancy Is with Office of Tax Appeals, 400 R Street, Sacramento, Ca 95811.

Applications Will Be Screened on The Following Dates: 4/8/24, 4/18/24, 4/29/24; 5/9/24 and 5/20/24.

In Order to Be Considered for This Position, You Must Include the Following when Submitting a Current Hard Copy Through Cal Careers State Application:To Be Considered for This Position, You Must Include the Following:

Include Jc-420606 in The "examination or Job Title" Section of The State Application (std.678).
The Position(s) Require(s) A(n) a California State Bar License. You Will Be Required to Provide a Copy of Your License Prior to Being Hired.
Resume Is Required and Must Be Included.
Statement of Qualifications (soq) Is Required. This Soq Serves as A Narrative Discussion to Illustrate how The Candidate's Education, Training, Experience, and Skills Have Prepared You for This Position. the Soq Serves as Documentation of Each Candidate's Ability to Present a Written Response to The Following Questions, Both Clearly and Concisely. the Written Response Should Be Typed and No More than Two (2) Pages in Length, Single Spaced, and Arial 12-Point Font.

Applicants Who Do Not Address the Soq Questions Listed Below Will Not Be Screened.

1. Please Outline Your Education and Experience Relevant to Applying and Analyzing the California Revenue and Taxation Code, Internal Revenue Code, or Other State and Local Tax Laws.

2. Please Explain Your Experience Explaining Technical Tax Matters to Individuals without A Background or Education in Tax Law.

Cover Letters and Resumes to Not Take the Place of So Qs. Applicants Who Do Not Include a Statement of Qualifications Will Not Be Considered for The Interview Process.

Please Do Not Include Personal Information on Your Application, Resume or Statement of Qualifications (social Security Number; Date of Birth; Marital Status, Etc.)

Electronic Submittal of Applications and Attachments Through Calcareers.Ca.Gov Is Preferred. Emailed or Faxed Application Will Not Be Accepted.

Using the Online Application System as Specified in The Announcement Is the Preferred Method of Applying for Civil Service Job Opportunities; However, Applicants May Instead Apply by Way of U.S. Mail, Parcel Delivery or Courier Service, or In Person, as Set Forth in This Announcement.

This Position Is Designated Under the Conflict of Interest Code and Is Responsible for Making or Participating in The Making of Government Decisions that May Potentially Have a Material Effect on Personal Financial Interests. the Appointee Is Required to Complete Form 700 Within 30 Days of Appointment. Failure to Comply with The Conflict of Interest Code Requirements May Void the Appointment.

Additional Hires May Be Made from This Job Bulletin if Additional Positions Become Available.

Desirable Qualifications:
In Addition to Evaluating Each Candidate's Relative Ability, as Demonstrated by Quality and Breadth of Experience, the Following Factors Will Provide the Basis for Competitively Evaluating Each Candidate:

Graduate Level Degree in Taxation, Such as An Llm in Tax, Masters in Tax or Accounting, or Other Tax-Related Graduate Level Degree, And/or an Active Cpa License.
Attention to Detail and Ability to Follow Instructions, Including the Instructions for Answering the Soq.
Strong Legal Research And/or Strong Legal Writing Experience Comparable to Those Essential Duties Described in The Duty Statement.
Demonstrate Ability to Work Effectively in A Collaborative Team Environment.
Strong Writing Skills with Experience Drafting Legal Memoranda, Briefing, And/or Decisions.
Demonstrate Ability to Effectively Self-Manage Multiple Deadlines.
Ability to Exercise Independent Judgment and Creativity.
Willingness to Accept Responsibility, Exercise Initiative, Adapt to Changes, and Implement Management's Decisions.
Ability to Plan, Organize, and Prioritize Workload.
Positive Attitude, Open-Mindedness, Flexibility, and Tact.
Ability to Communicate Effectively in Order to Successfully Achieve Objectives.
Strong Analytical and Legal Research Skills
Complete Assignments in A Timely and Efficient Manner.
Ability to Delegate, Assess, and Prioritize Assignments.
This Position May Require Statewide Travel via Airplane, Train, or Automobile up To 30% of The Time.