Tax Administrator / Of Insurance

This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
 The Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) is dedicated to preserving the integrity of the marketplace and is committed to promoting a fair and competitive business environment in Colorado. Consumer protection is our mission. DORA values and promotes diversity, supporting a workplace that is inclusive of people from different backgrounds and experiences; creating an environment that is reflective of our communities; promoting positive relationships; and putting forth unique perspectives to fulfill our mission. 
The Colorado Division of Insurance (DOI) regulates the insurance industry in Colorado. DOI helps consumers by answering their questions, investigating their complaints, and helping them to understand their insurance. The division regulates and monitors insurance companies in Colorado, as well as insurance agents, ensuring all are following the law.
Position : SFA 34223
This is a temporary position This Temporary Premium Tax Administrator supports the Corporate Affairs work unit by auditing premium tax filings, identifying and contacting companies who have not filed their annual premium tax, and identifying companies who filed and paid their premium tax after the established deadline. Additionally, the position assists the premium tax administrator where needed.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Contacting premium tax filers via email and request documentation if necessary to verify information submitted on the deduction; Verifying correct fees have been paid in accordance with premiums written and Colorado statute section 10-3-207, C.R.S.; Contacting companies who have not filed their premium tax, advising of late filing penalties; Creating a late filing penalty invoice for review and signature of the supervisor; Researching various company filings in the ISITE system;  Examining trends in tax filings for individual filers or groups of filers. This is a temporary position MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (MQs): Three (3) years of experience reviewing and/or auditing financial documents to ensure compliance with standards and laws.
Document this experience in your application IN DETAIL, as your experience will not be inferred or assumed. Part time experience will be prorated. SUBSTITUTIONS: There are no substitutions for the required experience.
*Professional work involves exercising discretion, analytical skill, judgment and personal accountability and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, and sharing an organized body of knowledge that characteristically is: uniquely acquired through an intense education or training regimen at a recognized college or university; equivalent to the curriculum requirements for a bachelor's or higher degree with major study in or pertinent to the specialized field; and continuously studied to explore, extend, and use additional discoveries, interpretations, and application and to improve data, materials, equipment, applications and methods.  Preferred Qualifications :
Demonstrated experience utilizing premium tax systems, including ISITE; Experience assisting with tax audits in determining whether correct amounts are paid and assessing penalties if necessary; Demonstrated experience working according to detailed policies and procedures. Required Competencies: The following knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal characteristics are required competencies and may be considered during the selection process (including examination and/or interview):
Demonstrated written communication skills, including the ability to convey information to various stakeholders in a clear, accurate, and concise written manner; Demonstrated verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively convey information to audiences in a concise manner; Demonstrated attention to detail; Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills, including having the ability to evaluate information in order to apply knowledge and to decide on the most appropriate course of action; Demonstrated prioritization skills, including planning, organizing tasks, and managing work assignments; Demonstrated time management skills, including the ability to multi-task to effectively manage competing and constantly changing priorities in order to meet tight deadlines; Demonstrated ability to understand and abide by workplace principles, practices and  behaviors as internally identified and defined by the division and department; Demonstrated ability to read, understand, interpret, apply, and explain laws, rules,  policies, and procedures; Sound judgment and the confidence to make decisions on a routine basis; Knowledge of and the ability to work according to general auditing principles; Customer service, including the ability to work with difficult customers; Self-motivated, self-directed, reliable, and accountable; Self-starter, including the ability to work independently, learn new processes, utilize  own knowledge and that of the supervisor, and complete work with minimal supervision; Demonstrated professional demeanor; Knowledge and understanding in the use of PC software applications including Microsoft Office (Access, Word, Excel, etc.), and Google Suite (Doc's, Sheets, Slides, etc). Conditions of Employment: Candidates who fail to meet the conditions of employment will be removed from consideration.
The successful passing of a reference check and/or, if required, a background check. A reference check may include but is not limited to: contacting previous and current supervisors to verify employment and discuss performance, a review of the personnel file, a review of the performance record, etc. The type of background check depends on the job duties of the position, and can include a review of any criminal record, credit report, and/or driving record. Effective September 20, 2021, employees will be required to attest to and verify whether or not they are fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Employees who have not been fully vaccinated may be required to submit to serial testing in the future. Upon hire, new employees will have three (3) business days to provide attestation to their status with proof of vaccination. Vaccinated employees must provide proof of vaccination. Note: Fully Vaccinated means two (2) weeks after a second dose in a two-dose series of the COVID-19 vaccine, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or two (2) weeks after the single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson's Janssen vaccine, as defined by the most recent State of Colorado's Public Health Order and current guidance issued by the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment. PLEASE READ - Required Application Materials Interested individuals must submit the following online:
1.  A completed State of Colorado Application (log-in to your current NeoGov account or create a NeoGov account to complete the online application). Note: Incomplete applications, including incomplete work history sections or 'see résumé,' 'see attachment,' or 'see addendum' statements, will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application form.
2. A current email address on your application, as all communication pertaining to this position will be conducted via email. Please set up your email to accept messages from and ******' addresses, and check your email often. Note: The department cannot guarantee the successful delivery of email, including incorrect filtering into junk mail folders.
3.  A detailed cover letter , explaining how you meet the required competencies and how your accomplishments, qualifications, skills, areas of expertise, personal characteristics, etc. make you a good fit for this position; you may also attach additional documents that demonstrate this.
Comparative Analysis Process: Structured Application Review Part of, if not the entire, comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application materials; Therefore, it is paramount that in the experience portion of your application and cover letter, you describe the extent to which you possess the education, experience, and competencies outlined in the job announcement as well as the required and/or preferred qualifications/competencies. You are also encouraged to attach additional documents to that effect. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions may affect your score and prevent you from competing in subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants.
Veterans' Preference : Candidates who wish to assert Veterans' Preference should attach a copy of their DD214 to their application. Failure to do so will result in being denied Veterans Preference.
PLEASE NOTE: Former State Personnel System employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose this information on the application. Colorado Revised Statutes require that all state employees be hired and promoted through competitive examination of merit and fitness. Failure to include the required information, failure to follow instructions, and/or failure to submit materials by the application deadline may result in your application not being considered for the position and may affect your score or inclusion in the final pool of qualified candidates. 
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
ADAAA Accommodations : DORA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Rachael Alkayali, at  or call .
Appeal Rights : 
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email, US Mail, faxed or hand-delivered within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the department's action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board go to spb.colorado.gov or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.