Division Director (Public Service Manager III) Anticipated Vacancy - Agency Only

Opening Date: September 9, 2024

Closing Date:  September 23, 2024

Job Class Code: MA35
Grade: 35
Salary: $88,628.80 – $125,611.20/Annually 
Position Number: 016301281

Direct Hire, Agency Only posting

Public Service Manager III (MA35) – Division Director – Property Tax Division - Maine Revenue Services (MRS)

The Property Tax Division is responsible for the determination of the annual state valuation for the 484 incorporated municipalities and the unorganized territory of Maine and the administration and oversight of property tax administration in the unorganized territory. The Division administers the real estate transfer tax, controlling interest transfer tax, commercial forestry excise tax, property tax stabilization and deferral programs, telecommunications business equipment tax, Land Use Planning Commission fee, and a number of municipal reimbursement programs including Homestead, Tree Growth, Veterans, and the Business Equipment Tax Exemption.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Division Director is responsible for providing administrative oversight of the Division including planning, developing, directing, and providing overall leadership for the activities of the Division. The Director professionally represents MRS at legislative hearings, study commissions, and other public forums. The Director analyzes legislative proposals and provides policy analysis for the agency and Administration, recommending timely and considered changes that further those goals. The Director implements new legislative programs. The Director coordinates with other Divisions and agencies on issues related to the programs administered. The Director participates in executive-level meetings and provides expert advice to executive management, staff, and the public. Supervision is exercised over a variety of personnel and work is performed under administrative direction.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

The successful candidate will be a highly organized self-starter with excellent written and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to interpret and implement laws, rules and regulations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A combination of ten years education and experience in federal and state taxation.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references with your application.

Please note: All candidates applying for a position at Maine Revenue Services will be subject to a tax clearance check. In order to be selected for a position, an applicant must have filed all his or her Maine returns and paid all Maine tax liabilities.

For all candidates not currently employed at Maine Revenue Services: State law requires that applicants seeking initial employment with Maine Revenue Services undergo a fingerprint based state and federal criminal history record check.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. 
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 18.09% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). 

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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