Connecticut Careers Trainee (Administrative & Residual) (40 Hour)

The State of Connecticut, Department of Labor (DOL) is committed to protecting and promoting the interests of Connecticut workers. In order to accomplish this in an ever-changing environment, we assist workers and employers to become competitive in the global economy.  We take a comprehensive approach to meeting the needs of workers and employers, and the other agencies that serve them.  We ensure the supply of high-quality integrated services that serve the needs of our customers.

DOL is currently recruiting for a Connecticut Careers Trainee (Target Class-Revenue Agent 1) position for the Bridgeport, CT, field office. This position is in the Delinquent Accounts Unit.

The primary focus for staff in the Delinquent Accounts unit is the collection of delinquent taxes and un-filed returns.  Delinquent Accounts employees are also responsible for the management of accounts receivable for both Unemployment Compensation taxes and special and bond assessments.

This is a fulltime, forty (40) hours per week, Monday-Friday, position.

Applicants must include a resume within the "Resume Tab" of their application. 

Questions about this position should be directed to the hiring agency's human resources office:  DOL.HR@ct.gov.

This position is non-competitive. Open to the public.

The selected candidate must have a valid driver's license. The position is based in the Bridgeport Field office, but the incumbent will be  required to travel as a regular part of his/her job throughout Fairfield County.  

In a state agency this class is accountable for mastering the skills necessary to satisfactorily complete the training program for a professional position.

In a department or institution receives training in introductory governmental work for development of skills and knowledge in field of public administration in order to qualify for advancement into agency professional positions; performs a variety of increasingly difficult duties as skills are acquired during course of training period; performs related duties as required.

This CCT/Revenue Agent will receive training in contacting tax debtors to secure full payment; locates tax debtors and levy sources; seeks information relative to the financial standing of debtors; arranges for installment payments; corresponds with debtors, accountants, and attorneys; prepares investigative reports; assists taxpayers in the preparation of returns or accounts owed; identifies accounts which require issuance for warrant, hearing, abatement, or attorney action and confers with employees of a higher level concerning appropriate action; conducts in-house research to resolve disputes; maintains complete and accurate records of contacts and relevant information; updates departmental records; makes recommendations pertaining to collection procedures.

Oral and written communication skills; ability to acquire knowledge and skills required for the target classification; ability to understand, evaluate and solve problems by exercising judgement and logic; ability to read, interpret and understand written material; ability to perform basic arithmetical computations; ability to interpret charts, graphs and tables; learning and reasoning ability; ability to establish and maintain cooperative relations with superiors, associates and general public; ability to utilize computer software.

Possession of a Bachelor's or Master's degree.

NOTE:

1. If the target job classification has a Substitution Allowed that requires the Bachelor's or Master's degree to be in a specific area(s), then these specific degree areas are required for appointment to the Connecticut Career Trainee classification.
2. Candidates cannot be appointed until all degree requirements are complete.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.