Attorney I or Attorney II

THE POSITION Are you looking for a meaningful legal career where your work supports equity, fairness, and real impact for taxpayers—while still preserving healthy work/life balance? If so, we invite you to consider joining the Board of Finance and Revenue (BF&R) as an Attorney. In this role, you will research and apply Pennsylvania tax laws, regulations, court decisions, prior Board actions, and audit procedures to evaluate issues raised in tax appeal cases. If you are highly motivated and value integrity, teamwork, and trust, we want to hear from you. Apply today! THE POSITION Are you looking for a meaningful legal career where your work supports equity, fairness, and real impact for taxpayers—while still preserving healthy work/life balance? If so, we invite you to consider joining the Board of Finance and Revenue (BF&R) as an Attorney. In this role, you will research and apply Pennsylvania tax laws, regulations, court decisions, prior Board actions, and audit procedures to evaluate issues raised in tax appeal cases. If you are highly motivated and value integrity, teamwork, and trust, we want to hear from you. Apply today! The Pennsylvania Treasury Department is an independent agency led by the elected State Treasurer and one of the largest state treasuries in the country, serving as custodian of more than $150 billion. Treasury plays a critical role in state government operations, acting as the custodian, investor, and disburser of funds for nearly all state agencies. Treasury also offers a wide range of programs and services to Pennsylvania families, including the PA 529 College and Career Savings Program; the PA ABLE Savings Program for people with disabilities; and our work to return more than $4 billion of Unclaimed Property to its rightful owners. A wealth of information is available at . DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position offers an excellent opportunity for both entry-level attorneys seeking hands-on experience in corporate, sales, and personal income tax matters, as well as experienced practitioners who value predictable hours and a stable schedule. Work is performed independently under the guidance of a supervising attorney and within a relaxed environment. As an Attorney I or Attorney II, you will perform the following duties: Case Analysis: Review taxpayer petitions and complete case files—such as returns, notices, ledgers, audit reports, and Board of Appeals decisions—to complete a full analysis of each case Guidance Drafting: Make well-reasoned recommendations to the Board regarding the proper resolution of tax appeals based on your analysis Collaborative Communication: Request additional information from taxpayers and meet with taxpayers, their representatives, or Department of Revenue Counsel to discuss issues and evidence, when needed Professional Development: This position also provides continuing legal education Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. Free parking. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to two days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. Required Experience, Training & Eligibility QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Attorney I: Graduation from an accredited school of law and certificate of admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania; or Completion of all preparatory steps and application to become a member of the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania. Attorney II: Graduation from an accredited school of law and certificate of admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania and two years of professional legal experience. Post Employment Requirement: Applicants must be certified for admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania and must maintain membership on a continuous basis during employment. Additional Requirements: You must have experience using Microsoft computer applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook or the ability to learn relevant software applications. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred Qualifications (not required): Possession of a current license to practice law in Pennsylvania Full-time professional legal experience Post-graduate coursework in law Full-time professional tax administration experience Legal Requirements: A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information. How to Apply: Your application must include a resume. If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr