Job Responsibilities
Administrative/Technical - processing tax court results and
audit results of large corporations - 50% of the time.
Complex interest computations (similar to actuarial work).This
involves consulting with taxpayers over the phone and in
writing, and collaborating with other IRS functions. - 35% of
the time.
Other projects such as writing course material and teaching
other employees. - 10% of the time.
Mangerial duties and consulting with taxpayers in person - 5% of
the time.
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Job Requirements
This job is not considered professional by the IRS. It is
considered para-professional/technical or administrative.It has
no educational requirements. Smart people who have not been to
college do very well in this career path. If you have a college
degree you can dead end, because even if you are qualified for a
better job, you are considered not to have enough experience.
Smart people beware - many of your colleagues may not be at the
same level as you, so there can be some jealousy.
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Uppers
This job is very analytical.If you enjoy figuring things out, looking for
relationships and creating speadsheets to display information, then this is a
great job for you. People who love this job also tend to do jigsaw puzzles and
crossword puzzles in their spare time!
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Downers
The worst part of the job is that is undervalued by the IRS. The
pay for similar work in a non-government employer is much
higher. Also much of the work is done alone. It can be very
isolating and tedious.
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Lifestyle
Work hours are 40 hours a week. There is usually not travel unless you volunteer
for special projects. Each office may organize social events or not. It varies
place to place. Dress is business casual. There is usally a great deal of
diversity working for the government.
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Compensation
$55,000/year at top level. Starting salary could be less than
$30,000/year. Good benefits, but health insurance tends to be
expensive.
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Advice to Jobseekers
There is a possibility that all of the IRS jobs of this sort
will be consolidated some time soon. That means all these jobs
will only be done at one or two locations in the entire country.
The government may not pay relocation costs for a
nonprofessional position. Check it out carefully before
committing! This is a good job for someone without a formal
education.
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