Tax Auditor

Job Description and Duties

All applicants will be considered, however SROA/Surplus candidates will be given priority.

Are you interested in making life better for Californians? Are you looking for a career and not just a job? Do you want to create a meaningful impact in your community? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) has a career opportunity waiting for you! California not only needs you, it wants you as part of the growing workforce. New employees, new ideas, and new creative perspectives are needed in all areas at the CDTFA. We value staff and are dedicated to employee career development. Our agency supports the development of staff by offering training to flourish in their position and programs to promote and explore upward mobility. To learn more about us, please see CDTFA Gateway to New Opportunities video

Working for the California state government allows an opportunity to be of service to your fellow Californians. Working with the California Department of Tax & Fee Administration (CDTFA) means doing that PLUS helping businesses and taxpayers across our state in ways you may not have imagined. You will be fully trained in how to audit while receiving all the tools you need to perform your job well. You also be given the opportunity of lifelong career advancement along the way. At the CDTFA, we believe in lifting each other up and supporting our team members to be their very best. We offer mentoring and training to all team members with the hopes you find your path to excellence.

The CDTFA promotes and supports telework and these positions may require travel up to 50% of the time. Travel may occur both in and out of state as we have taxpayers throughout the U.S.

These positions are under the supervision of the Supervising Tax Auditor II and performs the least to moderately difficult field audits or examinations of taxpayer's accounts.

The incumbents in these positions will learn the application of tax laws as they will be responsible for:

• Analyzing business records and taxpayer claims for refunds.

• Corresponding with taxpayers, attorneys, and accountants.

The Tax Auditor position is a fantastic opportunity for you to learn and apply California's tax laws, develop leadership skills and sharpen your communication and auditing skills.

Under Government Code 14200, this position may be eligible for partial telework for eligible candidates residing in California. All telework/hybrid schedules require staff to report to the office a minimum number of days per week. Schedules are subject to change. 

Currently, per the California Budget Act of 2025, all California Department of Tax and Fee Administration salaries are subject to the provisions of the State of California’s Personal Leave Program.

This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill additional identical vacancies which occur within 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

• Position may be located in a high-rise building.

• Standard office environment.

• Requires being in a stationary position, consistent with office work, for extended periods of time.

• Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.

• Must be able to move/transport materials weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Telework is partially available. 

Special Requirements

• This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.; for more information about E-Verify, please go to

• Position requires employee to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a background investigation.

• Travel required fifty percent (50%) of the time.
• Position may require overnight travel for up to four (4) consecutive nights to meet training requirements.

• In-state and out-of-state travel may be required up to fifty percent (50%) of the time, may include evenings, weekends, and/or overnight travel. 

Education: For classifications where the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) are based on meeting education requirements only: If education is required to meet the MQs please attach a copy of all of your transcripts that show the completion of the required education. Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at .

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:

• Knowledge of auditing, conducting financial examinations, or conducting tax research.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well with others and obtain their cooperation.

• Strong technical skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (i.e., Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Visio, Teams) and other technology systems.

• Ability to make independent decisions, staying objective at all times.

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• Thorough understanding of business requirements and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.

• Ability to research and analyze situations and data in order to gather additional information or find solutions to problems.

• Willingness and desire to help team members in a mentoring/lead role.

• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision. 

Benefits

CDTFA appreciates and proudly celebrates diversity with an emphasis of an inclusive atmosphere in all levels of the organization. CDTFA is a participant in The Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE) Capitol Cohort to advance racial equality and advance opportunities for all in California. Employees of different races, ethnicities, genders, ages, religions, disabilities, gender orientations and personal experiences are welcomed to contribute to the success of CDTFA.

The CDTFA was presented with the Large State Employer of the Year Award for 2018 from The Association of California State Employees with Disabilities (ACSED); showcasing CDTFA’s support of employment, promotion, and fair treatment of persons with disabilities.

CDTFA values its staff and is dedicated to employee career development. Our agency supports the development of staff by offering training to flourish in their position and programs to promote and explore upward mobility.

Working for the State offers great opportunities, generous benefits, and career development. In addition, you can look forward to:

• Nearby (third-party) parking. 
• Located near major freeway access.

For more information about the outstanding benefits offered to State Employees

Additional Instructions for Applicants

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.

Paper applications must include a signature. Dates printed on envelopes by mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology are not acceptable proof of the date the application and any other required documents or materials were filed.

A completed state application (STD. 678) and any documents list under “Required Application Documents” must be submitted with your application package. Applicants who are relying on additional documentation (e.g. transcripts, copy of degrees, certifications, licenses, etc.) in order to prove that they meet the minimum qualifications listed in the Classification Specification (located on the right under “Additional Documentation) must submit those documents with their application package. Failure to submit these documents may result in your application being disqualified. Applications must include a description of the duties performed for each position held; reference to a resume in place of a description of the duties performed will not be accepted.

Applicants must state their basis of eligibility (List Eligibility, Lateral Transfer, Reinstatement, T&D, or Surplus/SROA), and the Job Control (JC) number and/or position number in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s), For Which You Are Applying” section on the STD. 678. Surplus/SROA candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application . Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth, etc.) as well as any information regarding your LEAP eligibility and/or exam scores from your documents prior to submission.

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Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• School Transcripts