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Treasury Customer Service Representative 6-E8Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/4580501) ApplyTreasury Customer Service Representative 6-E8Salary$20.26 - $27.91 HourlyLocation Dimondale, MIJob TypePermanent Full TimeRemote EmploymentRemote OptionalJob Number2701-24-20-132DepartmentTreasuryOpening Date07/18/2024Closing Date8/1/2024 11:59 PM EasternBargaining UnitUNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW)
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Job DescriptionAre you looking for a career that offers continuous learning, a culture that promotes and rewards teamwork and initiative, and challenging work that allows you to help others? If so, the Treasury’s Individual Income Tax, Customer Contact section might be the place for you!The Individual Income Tax, Customer Contact section has an opening for an individual that that can assist our community with income tax questions. This person will need to have computer skills with some general phone experience. Excellent communication skills are a must. While income tax experience is a plus, we do offer a very thorough training program.Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/IIT Customer Contact TCSR 6-8 Position Decription (1).pdf) Treasury Careers– Learn more about why Treasury is a Great Place to Work!Required Education and ExperienceEducationEducational level typically acquired through completion of high school.ExperienceTreasury Customer Service Representative 6One year of experience responding to customer inquiries and resolving problems.Treasury Customer Service Representative 7Two years of experience responding to customer inquiries and resolving problems, including one year equivalent to a Treasury Customer Service Representative 6.Treasury Customer Service Representative E8Three years of experience responding to customer inquiries and resolving problems, including two years equivalent to a Treasury Customer Service Representative 6 or one year equivalent to a Treasury Customer Service Representative 7.Additional Requirements and InformationPlease attach a cover letter and detailed resume to your application. This position is eligible for remote work up to five days per week. The selected candidate must have a safe and appropriate designated workspace or workstation for performance of work. A secure and sufficient internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload is required. Please note that occasional onsite work will be required.Work must be performed in the State of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.The Michigan Department of Treasury participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/employee-rights-and-responsibilities) and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Interviews will likely occur virtually using Microsoft Teams. No prior experience with Teams is necessary, as instructions and tips will be provided to all candidates scheduled for an interview.This position has a FTINPRINT sub-class code. The sub-class code indicates the position has access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and requires passing of a fingerprint-based background check per IRS Publication 1075.View the job specification at:http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdcs/TreasuryCustomerServiceRepresentative1787677.pdfState employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. More details on benefits for our new hires are below: Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems. Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available atwww.mi.gov/employeebenefits. Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions. Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child. Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day. Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums. Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual. Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income. Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans.Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education. Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan. Professional Development:To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs. Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek. Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer. Updated: 2/28/2401 TREACSR – Do you possess at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school?
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TREACSR - Please select your level of experience.
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At least one year of experience responding to customer inquiries and resolving problems.
At least two years of experience responding to customer inquiries and resolving problems.
At least three years of experience responding to customer inquiries and resolving problems.
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How many years of experience do you have working in a position that requires attention to detail and the ability to change focus quickly?
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Describe your experience working in a position that requires attention to detail and the ability to change focus quickly. If you have no experience, enter N/A.
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How many years of experience do you have working with complex procedures and guidelines?
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Describe your experience working with complex procedures and guidelines. If you have no experience, enter N/A.
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How many years of experience do you have answering phones and assisting callers with their questions?
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Describe your experience answering phones and assisting callers with their questions. If you have no experience, enter N/A.
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Please select the software in which you have work-related experience. (Check all that apply.)
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Describe your work-related experience pertaining to the boxes selected in the previous question and years of experience for each. If you have no experience, enter N/A.
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Identify your level of knowledge of Michigan individual income tax (other than preparing your own return).
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Describe your experience with Michigan individual income tax (other than preparing your own return). If you have no experience, please enter N/A.
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Please explain what motivates you to perform your best work.
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Did you attach your cover letter and detailed resume to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
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Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. Do you currently reside in Michigan or if offered the position, would plan to relocate to Michigan?
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AgencyState of MichiganDepartmentTreasuryAddressTreasuryOHR@michigan.gov430 West Allegan StreetLansing, Michigan, 48922Phone517-335-7508Websitehttps://www.michigan.gov/treasurycareersApplyPlease verify your email addressVerify Email
