Closing Date: 10th November, 2026
Description:
Salary$46.33 - $74.12 Hourly
$96,358 - $154,173 Annually
This position is a Pay Band C12
Posting Details
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within one week of the advertisement closing
Applicant use of Artificial Intelligence tools is prohibited during interviews.
Please Make Sure to Attach Your Transcripts to Certify Degree (if Applicable).
Please Attach a Copy of Your Nm Law License (if Applicable)
Tax and Rev Participates in E-Verify and Will Verify Employment Eligibility upon Hire
Why Does the Job Exist?
The Purpose of This Position Is to Provide Legal Services for The Taxation and Revenue Department by Providing Quality Legal Advice, Representation, Advocacy for And to Represent the Taxation And
Revenue Department Before Administrative Tribunals and Courts in Matters Involving the Tax Administration Act. This Position May Also Provide Legal Opinions and Recommendations to Agency
Staff, Based on Legal Research and Analysis.
The Purpose of This Position Is to Provide Legal Services for The Taxation and Revenue Department by Providing Quality Legal Advice, Representation, Advocacy for And to Represent the Taxation And
Revenue Department Before Administrative Tribunals and Courts in Matters Involving the Tax Administration Act. This Position May Also Provide Legal Opinions and Recommendations to Agency
Staff, Based on Legal Research and Analysis.
How Does It Get Done?
This Position Will:
Provide Legal Representation in Administrative and Judicial Proceedings.
Provide Competent. Concise Legal Advice to Auditors in The Protest Bureau and To Variety of Clients.
Drafting Legal Pleadings Including Motions, Appellate Briefs and Other Documents in Tax Motor Vehicle and Property Tax Cases Before the Administrative Hearing Office, District Court and Appeals
To the District Court, Court of Appeals and The Supreme Court.
Negotiate Settlements
Interpret and Apply Tax Laws and Regulations
This Position Will:
Provide Legal Representation in Administrative and Judicial Proceedings.
Provide Competent. Concise Legal Advice to Auditors in The Protest Bureau and To Variety of Clients.
Drafting Legal Pleadings Including Motions, Appellate Briefs and Other Documents in Tax Motor Vehicle and Property Tax Cases Before the Administrative Hearing Office, District Court and Appeals
To the District Court, Court of Appeals and The Supreme Court.
Negotiate Settlements
Interpret and Apply Tax Laws and Regulations
Who Are the Customers?
This Position Serves New Mexico Citizens to Ensure Fair and Effective Tax Administration and Revenue Distribution, and To Represent the Taxation and Revenue Department in Administrative and Judicial
Proceedings.
Ideal Candidate:
Knowledge of New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department (trd) Tax Programs, Interpreting and Applying Laws, Regulations, Policies, and Procedures Across Multiple Tax Programs.
Experience Analyzing Complex Data, Reviewing Audit Work and Supporting Documentation, and Evaluating Disputed Department Actions Involving Tax Assessments, Credits, Refunds, and Other Involving Moderate- to High-Dollar Tax Matters.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and The Ability to Use Technology and Data Analysis Tools to Support Audit Activities.
Ability to Train, Mentor, and Assist Other Auditors in Applying Audit Procedures, Interpreting Tax Requirements.
Ability to Handle Sensitive or Disputed Matters with Professionalism, Impartiality, and Attention to Detail, in High-Stress or Contentious Situations.
Minimum Qualification:
Juris Doctorate Degree from An Accredited School of Law and Two (2) Years of Experience in The Practice of Law. Must Be Licensed as An Attorney by The Supreme Court of New Mexico or Obtain a Limited Law License Within Six (6) Months of Hire (see Rule 15-304 Nmra). Individuals Pursuing the Limited Law License May Not Engage in The Practice of Law until The Limited Law License Has Been Granted.
Employment Requirements:
Must Possess and Maintain a Valid New Mexico Driver's License. Must Possess and Maintain a Current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from The State of New Mexico or Must Pass and Receive Defensive Driving Course Certification Within Six (6) Months of Date of Hire as A Condition of Continued Employment. Must Be Current with All Tax Reporting/payment. Employment Is Subject to Pre-Employment Criminal Background Check to Include Fingerprint Checks and Is Conditional Pending Results.
Working Conditions:
Must Possess and Maintain a Valid New Mexico Driver's License.
Must Be Current with All Tax Reporting/payment.
Must Possess or Receive Within Six (6) Months of Hire Date and Maintain a Current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from The State of New Mexico as A Condition of Continued Employment.
Office Setting, Exposure to Visual/video Display Terminal (vdt) and Extensive Personal Computer and Telephone Usage with Extended Periods of Sitting or Standing. Must Be Able to Lift 25 Lbs.
Occasional but Essential Working in Loud Noise Areas. Required to Frequently Meet Deadlines with Severe Time Constraints.
Frequent Multiple Demands from Several People.
Travel in State, Depending on Business Need (not to Exceed 20%).
Supplemental Information:
Do You Know What Total Compensation Is? Click Here (http://www.spo.state.nm.us/total-compensation.aspx)
Agency Contact Information: Richard Pener (505) 231-0169 Email (richard.pener@tax.nm.gov)
For Information on Statutory Requirements for This Position, Click the Classification Description Link on The Job Advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position:
This Position Is Not Covered by A Collective Bargaining Agreement,
This Position Serves New Mexico Citizens to Ensure Fair and Effective Tax Administration and Revenue Distribution, and To Represent the Taxation and Revenue Department in Administrative and Judicial
Proceedings.
Ideal Candidate:
Knowledge of New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department (trd) Tax Programs, Interpreting and Applying Laws, Regulations, Policies, and Procedures Across Multiple Tax Programs.
Experience Analyzing Complex Data, Reviewing Audit Work and Supporting Documentation, and Evaluating Disputed Department Actions Involving Tax Assessments, Credits, Refunds, and Other Involving Moderate- to High-Dollar Tax Matters.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and The Ability to Use Technology and Data Analysis Tools to Support Audit Activities.
Ability to Train, Mentor, and Assist Other Auditors in Applying Audit Procedures, Interpreting Tax Requirements.
Ability to Handle Sensitive or Disputed Matters with Professionalism, Impartiality, and Attention to Detail, in High-Stress or Contentious Situations.
Minimum Qualification:
Juris Doctorate Degree from An Accredited School of Law and Two (2) Years of Experience in The Practice of Law. Must Be Licensed as An Attorney by The Supreme Court of New Mexico or Obtain a Limited Law License Within Six (6) Months of Hire (see Rule 15-304 Nmra). Individuals Pursuing the Limited Law License May Not Engage in The Practice of Law until The Limited Law License Has Been Granted.
Employment Requirements:
Must Possess and Maintain a Valid New Mexico Driver's License. Must Possess and Maintain a Current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from The State of New Mexico or Must Pass and Receive Defensive Driving Course Certification Within Six (6) Months of Date of Hire as A Condition of Continued Employment. Must Be Current with All Tax Reporting/payment. Employment Is Subject to Pre-Employment Criminal Background Check to Include Fingerprint Checks and Is Conditional Pending Results.
Working Conditions:
Must Possess and Maintain a Valid New Mexico Driver's License.
Must Be Current with All Tax Reporting/payment.
Must Possess or Receive Within Six (6) Months of Hire Date and Maintain a Current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from The State of New Mexico as A Condition of Continued Employment.
Office Setting, Exposure to Visual/video Display Terminal (vdt) and Extensive Personal Computer and Telephone Usage with Extended Periods of Sitting or Standing. Must Be Able to Lift 25 Lbs.
Occasional but Essential Working in Loud Noise Areas. Required to Frequently Meet Deadlines with Severe Time Constraints.
Frequent Multiple Demands from Several People.
Travel in State, Depending on Business Need (not to Exceed 20%).
Supplemental Information:
Do You Know What Total Compensation Is? Click Here (http://www.spo.state.nm.us/total-compensation.aspx)
Agency Contact Information: Richard Pener (505) 231-0169 Email (richard.pener@tax.nm.gov)
For Information on Statutory Requirements for This Position, Click the Classification Description Link on The Job Advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position:
This Position Is Not Covered by A Collective Bargaining Agreement,
