Local Government Services Specialist I (REVENUE TAX SPECIALIST I)

Job Requisition ID: 55708 Opening Date: 05/06/2026 Closing Date: 05/20/2026 11:59pm Agency: Department of Revenue Class Title: REVENUE TAX SPECIALIST I - 38571 Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: None Salary: $4,747-$6,446/monthly - Effective 7/1/26 Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Sangamon Number of Vacancies: 2 Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME Merit Comp Code: Local Government Services Specialist I (REVENUE TAX SPECIALIST I) We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome Reasonable Accommodation Statement The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. 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To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials. Position Overview We are hiring multiple Local Government Services Specialists I (Revenue Tax Specialist I) for our Local Tax Allocation Division located in Springfield, IL. The successful candidates will be responsible for processing correspondence, reviewing annexations, verifying tax locations, and analyzing remittance reports to verify the accuracy of records prior to the Division allocating funds to local governments. Attention to detail is highly desirable. If you have completed the Revenue Tax Specialist Trainee program and either four years of college or have the equivalent experience, are self-motivated, detail oriented, and enjoy receiving the appreciation of others for the service you provide, then we want you! Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. The benefits of working at Department of Revenue include a 37.5 hour work week, a generous salary and benefits package (paid time off for vacation, sick, or personal leave, thirteen holidays) pension and other retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement, and insurance eligibility on day one (medical, dental, vision, and life). Essential Functions Under general supervision, reviews and analyzes allocation issues and problems regarding disbursement of local tax. Reviews local government ordinances for comparison with IDOR records to verify compliance with statutes. Confers in person, by telephone and written correspondence with local government officials, taxpayers, accountants, attorneys and others to resolve taxable location conflicts or to confirm data in connection with taxable location research, various tax disbursements, statutory taxable location investigations and/or the result of taxable location investigations. Compiles and prepares a variety of technical tax and financial related reports as directed by the supervisor. Attends and participates in workshops for local officials and IDOR personnel designed to provide interpretation of rules and regulations regarding the disbursement of taxes. Works closely with higher level staff on procedures and test teams. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications Requires successful completion of the Revenue Tax Specialist Trainee program, which entails 12 months of agency training, and either: knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of four years of college; OR four years of work experience providing tax related support functions within a program area at the Illinois Department of Revenue. Conditions of Employment Requires the ability to successfully complete a fingerprint-based background check and tax clearance. Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license. This position is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Requires the ability to use and secure a state issued mobile device, e.g., cellular phone, laptop computer, tablet, etc. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. Agency Statement The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is responsible for administering the state's tax laws and collecting taxes in a fair, consistent, and efficient manner. Their goal is to provide accurate, timely, and reliable funding and information to both state and local communities. By implementing best practices, IDOR works to continuously improve and enhance accuracy, efficiency, and productivity across all areas of operations and tax administration. In doing so, they aim to earn respect, deliver value, and serve as a trusted source of information for the public. IDOR is a professional governmental entity that prioritizes its employees and actively invests in their success through comprehensive training and engagement. As the proud Platinum recipient of the 2026 Bell Seal for workplace mental health, IDOR cultivates an environment that encourages open dialogue and collaboration on mental health issues. With a strong commitment to diversity—both culturally and professionally—IDOR believes that this inclusive approach leads to a more productive workplace, ultimately benefiting the citizens and taxpayers of Illinois. Work Hours Work Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday Location Headquarter Location: IL Department of Revenue Taxpayer Services/Local Government Services/Local Tax Allocation Illinois Department of Revenue - Human Resources Willard Ice Building, 101 W Jefferson St, WIB Mail Code 5-110, Springfield, IL 62702

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