Supervisory Tax Examiner II (OCFO - TREASURY DIVISION)

Supervisory Tax Examiner II (OCFO - TREASURY DIVISION) Print ( Apply ufeff Supervisory Tax Examiner II (OCFO - TREASURY DIVISION) Salary $61,490.00 - $82,528.00 Annually Location Michigan, MI Job Type Certified-Regular Civil Service Job Number 2025313208022OCFOjs Department Off Chf Financial Officer Division Treasury Opening Date 03/20/2026 Closing Date 4/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit 9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General + Description + Benefits + Questions Description OFFICE OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER TREASURY DIVISION SUPERVISORY TAX EXAMINER II Be a Part of the City You Love The Office of the Chief Financial Officer - Treasury division is accepting applications for a Supervisory Tax Examiner II position. Position Summary The incumbent of this position is a Supervisory Tax Examiner II in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) Office or Treasury for the City of Detroit. The Supervisory Tax Examiner II will be assigned to lead and supervise the Supervisory Tax Examiner I and Tax Examiner I, II, II, and IV paraprofessionals. Primary responsibilities can include planning, implementing, supervising and controlling all Tax Examiner-related activities of the teams and projects assigned. Examples of Duties + Supervises subordinate staff of paraprofessionals who perform or support duties including database management, reporting, refund processing, adjustments and payment posting, verifying individual and business payment compliance, and confirming compliance with state and local laws. + Ensures compliance with all the implementation guidelines required for successful implementation and use of new technologies. + Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and the requirements of the assignments, and the capabilities of employees. + Evaluates performance of subordinates including conducting periodic reviews of performance including a six month and annual review. + Draws charts and graphs, using computer spread sheets to illustrate technical report. + Acts as liaison between Tax Office and Tax Office at Wayne County pertaining to transferring of delinquent tax roll at the end of tax season, if applicable. + Leads and oversee the review, verification, and issuance of individual and business clearances as required under city ordinance. + Develops and trains team members on responsibilities ranging from adjustments, refund processing, spread fixes, import & export data files, error corrections, reviewing Accounts Receivable module in Oracle ERP, other department tracking databases such as Accela, and communication with State of Michigan to confirm city income tax compliance. + Sets priorities and prepares schedules for completion of work. + Supervises payroll time, payroll data, withholdings, benefits, and other employee related data. + Performs special projects and other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Qualifications (required): + Bachelor's degree, from an accredited college or university, in finance, business administration, or related field, and/or equivalent combination of education, certification, and experience + Experience in leading teams, projects, or other assignments that illustrate supervisory capabilities. + Minimum of five years of demonstrated experience in business process and systems support, which includes business systems analysis, design, and system testing. Qualifications (preferred): + Bachelor's degree or at least eight semesters (12 term credits of coursework) from an accredited college or university with major course of work in accounting, business, or public administration. Equivalency + Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis Supplemental Information Evaluation Plan + Interview: 70% + Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30% + Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100% Additional points may be awarded for: + Veteran Points: 0 u2013 15 points + Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point LRD: 03/18/2026 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities + Use of personal computers + Verbal and written communications, specifically relating to technical tax information + Interviewing techniques including conducting information al interviews of taxpayers and professionals + Recognizing problems and initiating corrective action using logical decision-making techniques + Use of Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and other office suite software packages + Use of Excel(e.g. Formulas, PivotTables, VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, other functions, charts, tables) and other financial management software packages functionality + Use of large complex, multi-departmental financial systems, and demonstrate the knowledge required to interpret resulting financial and accounting reports, summaries, and budgets + Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with personal contacts in a business-like, customer service-oriented manner, and maintain favorable public relations + Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents + Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate and not interrupting at inappropriate times + Talking to others to convey information effectively + Presenting concise information to a variety of audiences PHYSICAL DEMANDS + The work is characterized as sedentary. + Typically , Tax and Revenue Examiners sit comfortably to do their work, interspersed by brief periods of walking, standing, bending, carrying of papers and books, and extended periods requiring the use of computer terminals to accomplish work objectives . + Some work may require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the work site. WORK ENVIRONMENT + Work is performed primarily in an office environment. + Some work requires travel to meetings, conferences, and other work sites with exposure to seasonal weather conditions. Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Specific job duties may vary from position to position. The City of Detroit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other criteria prohibited by City, State, or Federal law. EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following: HEALTH + Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits. + Dental + Vision INSURANCE + Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent. + Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement. PAID TIME OFF + Sick Leave + Vacation + Holidays OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave, RETIREMENT BENEFITS City Employees Retirement System As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after: u2022 Completion of thirty (30) years of service; - At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or - At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service. u2022 In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply); - An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service; u2022 Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age. ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions. Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit. 01 Please indicate your highest level of education completed + High School Diploma/GED + Associate's Degree + Bachelor's Degree + Master's Degree + PhD/J.D. + No Education experience 02 How many years of work experience do you have in business process and systems support, which includes business systems analysis, design, and system testing? + Less than 5 years of experience + 5 - 9 years of experience + 10 or more years of experience + No experience 03 Describe your work experience in business process and systems support, including business systems analysis, design, and system testing. 04 Describe your work experience leading teams, projects, or other assignments that illustrate supervisory capabilities? (Must be displayed on application and/or resume) 05 What financial systems are you familiar with? + QuickBooks + NetSuite + Zoho Finance Plus + Trovata + Acumatica + No Experience 06 Did you attach your cover letter and updated resume to your online application? + Yes + No Required Question Employer City of Detroit Address Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226 Website Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email

Created: 2026-03-23