Local Government/Policy Analyst I

Job Description:

Local Government/Policy Analyst I

Description

Job Location: This position will be located in Jefferson City, MO

Why you’ll love this position:

The State Auditor's office is seeking a Local Government/Policy Analyst I, a high-level administrative/technical position responsible for acting as a liaison between internal stakeholders and the public responding to numerous requests related to local government reporting requirements and property tax rates. This position reports to the General Counsel and will work in the Legal and Government Compliance section of the SAO.

• This description may not include all of the duties, knowledge, skills, or abilities associated with this position
  
  
  • Respond to requests and inquiries from political subdivision staff related to local government forms and reports.
  • Work alongside tax rate staff to review & certify political subdivisions' calculation of property tax rates and to organize correspondence with every political subdivision.
  • Assist with drafting & management of the Annual Report on review of property tax rates.
  • Review recoupments political subdivisions submit.
  • Ability to foresee tax rate issues from calls and anticipate impact of decisions made.
  • Evaluate new issues and work with legal counsel when necessary.
  • Update bond information in the SAO tax rate system.
  • Annually update county classifications according to state law.
  • Maintain confidentiality of office information.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

• Ability to learn, understand, and apply reassessment statutes, tax rate laws, and the Hancock Amendment of the Missouri Constitution.
• Ability to present ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, and a demonstrated ability to quickly comprehend and use new concepts and strategies.
• Ability to work harmoniously and productively with the public and with other employees of various levels.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet frequent deadlines.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities on a concurrent basis.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet frequent deadlines.
• Ability to accept increasing responsibilities and to reach for additional responsibilities when appropriate.
• Ability to identify key technical problems and reporting issues and develop appropriate recommendations for their solution.
• Ability to prepare written reports and make oral presentations to the auditee and state auditor's office management and staff.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting and the organizational structure of county and local governments

• Prior experience with tax rates or financial reporting is desired, but not required. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, business administration, public administration, or a related business area is preferred.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

Salary:

$45,000-$55,000 per Year