Tax Attorney 1

A Government Entity

  • Hartford, CT
  • Not Specified
  • Full Time
  • 260720-8652AR-001
  • 99,712 - 135,944 / Yearly
  • Not Specified
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Closing Date: 3rd August, 2026

Description:

Introduction:
The State of Connecticut (http://ct.gov/), Department of Revenue Services (DRS) (http://ct.gov/drs), has multiple exciting opportunities for Tax Attorney 1 (http://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=8652AR&R1=&R3=) in the Appellate Subdivision of the Litigation Division.

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Position Highlights:
The Tax Attorney 1 is an entry level position at DRS, located in the Appellate Subdivision of the Litigation Division. This is a unique position for a candidate interested in administrative law and tax law. As a Tax Attorney 1 you will be responsible for:
  • Reviewing protests, which review will include making findings of fact, analyzing and evaluating all arguments raised by the taxpayers;
  • Gathering all pertinent documentation, and conducting all necessary research, and for rendering final determinations in connection to such protests;
  • Providing legal advice and guidance to the staff in the DRS Appellate Division in connection with the Department's administrative review process.

This position will work under the direction of, and have an opportunity to learn from, a State Program Manager, Appellate Subdivision Attorney, the Department's Tax Litigation Director, and the Department's First Assistant Commissioner & General Counsel. You will be exposed to all aspects of Connecticut tax law and associated administrative law across all 40+ of Connecticut's state taxes.

This is a full-time position, 9:00AM-5:30PM, Monday-Friday, located at our office in Hartford.

About Us:
The Appellate Subdivision is part of the Department's Litigation Division and is responsible for reviewing protests filed by taxpayers. Protests allow taxpayers who disagree with decisions of the Department (generally, decisions to assess a taxpayer or decisions to deny a claim for refund) to receive additional administrative review of these decisions. Upon issuance of a final determination by the Appellate Subdivision, taxpayers have the ability to seek review of the DRS' actions by filing an appeal to the Tax Session of the Connecticut Superior Court. As such, the Appellate Subdivision is the first stage of tax litigation in the State of Connecticut.

Selection Plan
All applicants, including rehires and transfers, applying for a position of employment with DRS must:
  • Complete a written statement disclosing whether such applicant has ever been convicted of a crime or whether criminal charges are pending against such applicant. If any charges are pending, the statement must identify the charges and the court in which such charges are pending.
  • Complete and sign an "Authorization to Conduct Criminal History Record Check".
  • Be fingerprinted and submit to a background check including a citizenship/residency check to validate eligibility to legally work in the United States.

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Before You Apply:
  • Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
  • Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.
  • Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf), resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
  • Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
  • Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
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