Tax Examining Technician

WHAT IS THE SMALL BUSINESS/SELF-EMPLOYED (SB/SE) DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: Vacancies will be filled in the following specialty areas: Small Business/Self Employed (SB/SE) Field Examination The following are the duties of this position at the full working level: Protects confidentiality of taxpayer information within the confines of disclosure laws, rules, and regulations. Assigns, updates, and closes cases on Examination Returns Control System (ERCS), Audit Information Management System (AIMS), and Report Generation System (RGS) as necessary. Establishes controls on ERCS for collateral records and returns requisitioned in Technical Services. Prepares Form 10904 (deletion of ERCS/AIMS record) as required. Requests and reviews Integrated Data Retrieval System (IDRS)/AIMS printouts and transcripts, as necessary, to aid in processing cases. Makes preliminary determinations regarding the type of case and the appropriate actions to be taken. Completes procedural and limited technical review of certain Examination cases involving simple tax issues. This position has career progression. If you are selected at a grade level lower than the full working level, you may be non-competitively promoted as your career progresses. Requirements Must be a U.S. Citizen or National and provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. Qualifications Federal experience is not required. The experience may have been gained in the public sector or private sector. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION FOR GS-05: You must have 1 year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-04 grade level in the Federal service. OR four (4) years of education above high school in any field of study from an accredited college or university. OR a combination of experience and education. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-06: You must have 1 year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-07: You must have 1 year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-06 grade level in the Federal service. Education For positions with an education requirement, submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent. An official transcript will be required if you are selected. Additional information Subject to a 1-year probationary period (unless already completed). Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer. This is a bargaining unit position. Tour of Duty: Monday - Friday, Day Shift with start and stop times between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Alternative work schedule, staggered work hours or telework may be available. The employment of any candidate selected for this position may be conditional upon classification and/or audit of federal tax returns. Relocation expenses - NO If the position(s) are no longer needed prior to the closing date, this announcement may be closed early. This is an open continuous announcement which will be used to fill vacancies in the locations listed as they become available for the next 12 months contingent upon funding and space requirements. Required Documents Online Application - Questionnaire Education - See Education Section above Registration/License (if applicable) - active, current registration/license High School Diploma (or equivalent) - If you are 16 or 17 years of age, you MUST submit documentation of graduation from high school (or equivalent). How to Apply The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on 07/29/2025. Agency contact information IRS Philadelphia External SBSE EXAM - Examination Deputy Operations 1111 Constitution Ave NW Washington, DC 20224 US Next steps Treasury believes in a working environment that supports inclusion; to review reasonable accommodation policies and procedures please visit. Once your application package and online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email. Fair & Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. #J-18808-Ljbffr