SUPERVISORY ALCOHOL & TOBACCO TAX SPECIALIST

Summary TTB's mission is steeped in America's history, from the time of the Whiskey Rebellion to the work of agents like Eliot Ness. We are a nationwide team dedicated to collect alcohol, tobacco, firearms, and ammunition excise taxes and ensure that alcohol beverages are labeled, advertised, and marketed by law. We rank among the top 15% of agency subcomponents in the 2024 Best Places to Work in the Federal Government. Duties Help This position is located at Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB),Assistant Administrator - Permitting and Taxation. The following are the duties of this position at the GS-13. If you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform all these duties and will receive training to help you grow in this position. Serve as the Supervisory Alcohol and Tobacco Tax Specialist. Study and evaluate the procedures for examining and processing registrations, applications, notices, bonds, consents of surety, extension of coverage of bonds, plats, plans, and other documents filed in connection with the establishment and operation of the alcohol, tobacco, firearms and explosives industry premises under a license and permit system. Formulate, plan, and develop procedures to carry out programs relating to the license and permit operations of the regulated industries. Request inspections or investigations relative to the issuance and control of licenses and permits, and plant and permittee operations and records. Issue citations for adverse permit and license actions such as contemplated denial, suspension, or revocation. Conduct conferences with industry representatives and/or their attorneys on such matters as statute violations, settlement of assessed taxes and penalties, decisions on questionable applications, offers in compromise, variations from requirements, etc. Requirements Help Conditions of employment The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service.. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your resume. Key Requirements:Click "Print Preview" to review the entire announcement before applying. Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National Qualifications You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Specialized Experience: For the GS-13, you must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized Experience for this position includes: - Researching, reviewing and advising on financial accounting related projects or tax related documents; AND - Developing plans, policies, and procedures for an organization; AND - Supervising or leading employees involved in financial accounting or tax compliance or oversight. Specialized Experience: For the GS-12, you must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized Experience for this position includes: - Researching, reviewing and advising on financial accounting related projects or tax related documents; AND - Assisting in the development of plans, policies, and procedures for an organization. In addition to the above requirements, you must meet the following time-in-grade requirement, if applicable: For the GS-13, you must have been at the GS-12level for 52 weeks. For the GS-12, you must have been at the GS-11 level for 52 weeks. Time After Competitive Appointment: Candidates who are current Federal employees serving on a nontemporary competitive appointment must have served at least three months in that appointment. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information During the application process you will have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact on your application for this announcement nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill 1 or more vacancies This is a non-bargaining unit position We offer opportunities for telework We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules During the application process you will have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact on your application for this announcement nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED:All newly appointed employees to the competitive or excepted service are subject to a probationary or trial period. During this time your performance, conduct, and suitability for continued employment will be evaluated. You will not automatically convert to permanent status at the end of the probationary or trial period. Your supervisor must affirmatively determine that continued employment is in the best interest of the Federal service. If no certification is made before the probationary or trial period ends your appointment will be terminated. You are encouraged to actively engage with your supervisor, seek feedback, and understand role expectations. Additional guidance and support will be provided during onboarding. A 1 year supervisory or managerial probationary period may be required Must successfully complete a background investigation Public Trust-Background Investigation will be required Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment at the time requested by the agency Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer. If you are a male applicant born after December 31,1959 certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel File a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on Undergo an income tax verification, if required This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into Continuous Vetting. Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g. arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time. For more information about individual rights Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights - FBI, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI, and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov). Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Our comprehensive benefits are very generous. Our benefits package includes: Challenging work, opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, bonuses and incentive awards. Eleven paid holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 13 to 26 days of vacation time each year. Access to insurance programs that may be continued after you retire. A wide choice of health insurance plans, coverage for pre-existing conditions, and no waiting periods. We pay a substantial amount (up to 75%) of the health insurance premiums. A retirement program which includes employer-matching contributions. Learn more about Federal benefits programs at: USAJOBS Help Center - Benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Created: 2026-03-07