State of West Virginia · 18 hours ago
Investigator Associate - Department of Revenue - State Tax Division, See Posting for Counties
Charleston, WV
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$36K/yr - $62K/yr
4+ years expThe State of West Virginia is seeking applicants for the position of Investigator Associate in the Criminal Investigation Division of the State Tax Division. This entry-level role involves conducting investigations of violations of state laws and agency policies, requiring direct public contact and collaboration with various stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Conduct routine inspections of businesses
Conducts research into various claims, including reviewing businesses for proper licenses
Conduct routine investigations of tax violations related to cigarettes, motor fuel, soft drinks, consumer sales tax, withholding tax, use tax, business registration, bingo & raffle licenses, and other tax types
Investigate situations of potential non-compliance and complaints made to the agency about delinquent taxpayers
Complete criminal prosecution reports, issue citations, file criminal complaints, secure warrants, and follow other protocols with the permission of agency leadership, where applicable
May work with tax and revenue auditors, compliance agents, and others as assigned
This position may also be responsible for the service of distress warrants and other documents, as well as assisting in the execution of seizures
Performs related work as required
Travel is required, so a valid driver’s license is required
Position is subject to flexible shift schedules and on-call status
The successful candidate will have good communication skills with the ability to communicate via email, text message, phone call, and in person
This position will require attendance at court hearings, tribunal hearings, meetings with attorneys, and providing testimony under oath
The successful candidate may be called upon to represent the agency as a member of working groups or task forces or to attend information sharing meetings with other stakeholders
Regular contact with the public at large is extensive
This is a field-based position, and following training, headquarters will be the employee’s home
Therefore, the chosen candidate must have suitable office space and the availability of high-speed internet at their home
A self-starter with the ability to be accountable for their time and whereabouts to the chain of command is a must
The chosen candidate must be able to learn quickly, apply knowledge obtained, and effectively communicate what he or she has learned to others
Must be able to work both independently and as a member of a team
May be required to deal with situations that are potentially dangerous
Employment requires a fingerprint-based criminal-background check to be provided at the West Virginia Tax Division’s expense
Failing to initiate the process or cooperate with this process, providing false or incomplete information, or discovery of disqualifying information will result in denial of, or dismissal from, employment or denial of transfer irrespective of when discovered
The chosen applicant will also be subject to a tax compliance check
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience working in an investigative unit performing legal research and/or interpreting policies
Possession of a valid driver's license and the availability of an automobile is required
Qualification to possess and use firearms may be required
Good communication skills with the ability to communicate via email, text message, phone call, and in person
Ability to learn quickly, apply knowledge obtained, and effectively communicate what he or she has learned to others
Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
Must be able to deal with situations that are potentially dangerous
Employment requires a fingerprint-based criminal-background check to be provided at the West Virginia Tax Division's expense
The chosen applicant will also be subject to a tax compliance check
Benefits
State employment offers a variety of benefits.
Company
State of West Virginia
Wild & Wonderful West Virginia is a U.S. state located in the Appalachian region of the Southern United States.
Founded in 1863Charleston, West Virginia, USA
10001+ employees
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