Tax Program Technician Tax Board

The Legal Division of the Franchise Tax Board (FTB) is looking to hire a Tax Program Technician I (TPT I) in the Legal Administrative Proceedings Team. Under the direction of an Administrator I, the incumbent will primarily be responsible for obtaining and processing federal tax information (FTI) for the Legal Division in connection with appeals pending with the Office of Tax Appeals (OTA) and other legal cases. The duties will include requesting FTI using the federal Transcript Delivery System (TDS), preparing requests for federal documents using Form 8796-A, uploading FTI electronically in Professional Audit Support System (PASS) Legal cases (account transcripts, audit reports, etc.) and completing the required Internal Revenue Service (IRS) tracking logs. The TPT I will also assist in the process of closing of Appeals cases.


Additional positions may become available (RPA ******** ). Please complete this optional survey letting us know how you heard about this position by clicking here . You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
Ø This position is eligible for remote-working within California based on departmental guidelines and operational need. FTB has a minimum in-office requirement of two days per week for all positions including those that are eligible for telework.

Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. TAX PROGRAM TECHNICIAN I, FRANCHISE TAX BOARD Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details
Job Code #: JC-431659
Position #(s): -XXX
Working Title: Tax Program Technician I Classification: TAX PROGRAM TECHNICIAN I, FRANCHISE TAX BOARD $3,896.00 - $4,880.00
# of Positions: Multiple
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
Our mission is to help taxpayers file timely and accurate tax returns, and pay the correct amount to fund services important to Californians.
FTB fosters an environment of equity and inclusion for all and we welcome everyone to be part of our diverse workforce.
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Special Requirements
The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please go to . CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATION, TITLE 2, SECTION 172: All candidates for, appointees to, and employees in the state civil service shall possess the general qualifications of integrity, honesty, sobriety, dependability, industry, thoroughness, accuracy, good judgment, initiative, resourcefulness, courtesy, ability to work cooperatively with others, willingness and ability to assume the responsibilities and to conform to the conditions of work characteristic of the employment, and a state of health, consistent with the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class. Where the position requires the driving of an automobile, the employee must have a valid state driver's license, a good driving record and is expected to drive the car safely. The foregoing general qualifications shall be deemed to be a part of the personal characteristics of the minimum qualifications of each class specification and need not be specifically set forth therein. **IMPORTANT NOTICE** As required by the department's rules of conduct, all employees of the Franchise Tax Board (FTB) must be in compliance with the California Revenue and Taxation Code. During the background investigation portion of the hiring process, FTB will review return information to verify California state income tax compliance. Any failure to comply with the California Revenue and Taxation Code may prevent you from being hired at FTB. You must verify your filing status by calling to resolve any potential tax compliance issues, prior to submitting your application and seeking employment with FTB. All applicants not currently employed with the Franchise Tax Board will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The investigation will consist of completion of a pre-employment questionnaire, fingerprinting, and an inquiry to the Department of Justice to disclose criminal records. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Persons with hearing or speech impairments, call TTY/TDD .
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 5/20/2024 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.


Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Franchise Tax Board
Attn: Classification & Hiring Unit - Jamie Szeto
P.O. Box 550
Sacramento, CA ********
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Franchise Tax Board
FTB - Classification & Hiring Unit - Jamie Szeto
9646 Butterfield Way
Sacramento, CA 95827
Drop off at Welcome Center in Main Lobby (may be non-operational on weekends and holidays)
07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is required and must be included. Other - REQUIRED: If you are basing your eligibility on educational requirements, you MUST provide a legible copy of your transcripts as proof of meeting the education requirement as listed in the Classification Specification (please see the Class Specification located under "Minimum Requirements" on the left-hand side of this job posting). Applicants with foreign transcripts must provide a foreign transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign course work is equivalent. Transcripts and evaluations may be official or unofficial; please redact birthdates and social security numbers. If you are not basing your eligibility on an educational requirement, you may instead use the bypass option (when applying, select Choose/Upload for the required document and then select Bypass File).
Supplemental Application - In order to be considered for this position, interested candidates must submit a supplemental application. Your response must be no more than one type-written page in length, using 12-point font, 1-inch standard margins and include your first and last name in the upper right-hand corner of the page. Respond to the following supplemental statement(s):


Describe how you have delivered a quality product or service that met the needs of your customer.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting. Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Excellent customer service skills Effective written and oral communication skills Strong work ethic and enthusiasm Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and on teams Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and Adobe Acrobat DC Proficiency using Franchise Tax Board's (FTB) PASS or comparable Knowledge of FTB systems and applications such as Taxpayer Information (TI), Taxpayer Folder (TPF), Integrated Nonfiler Compliance (INC), etc. or comparable Knowledge of federal tax information (FTI) (i.e., Revenue Agents Reports [RARs], CP2000s, Selection of Tax Returns for Automated Audit Review System [STARS], Transcript Delivery System [TDS] transcripts, Individual Master Files [IMFs], and Business Master Files [BMFs]) Knowledge of Automated Audit workloads (Head of household, CP2000, STARS, etc.) Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to interpret taxpayer accounts and FTI, and make sound decisions Experience with receiving and using data and information in an electronic format Great organizational and time management skills Ability to manage a workload and meet specific deadlines Ability to be flexible in response to changing workloads and priorities Ability to exercise good judgment and tact Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

In addition, Franchise Tax Board offers the following:
Convenient transportation and commuting options include : Light Rail stop, bicycle lockers, free parking, and carpool/vanpool opportunities On site conveniences include: A variety of dining options Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: Human Resources Contact:
Classification & Hiring Unit



Hiring Unit Contact:
Jamie Szeto


Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Office


California Relay Service: (TTY), (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Application Instructions
A complete application package must be received in the Classification & Hiring Unit or postmarked by the final filing date and must include: Completed employment information on the STD. 678, including the "From" and "To" dates, "Hours Per Week," and "Duties Performed" fields for all jobs listed in the "Employment History" fields (resumes do not take the place of these fields on the STD. 678) All of the required documents listed in the "Required Application Package Documents" section The position number and job control number in the job title line of the STD. 678, if submitting a paper application package (these numbers will auto-populate in the job title line of the STD. 678 if submitting an electronic application through your CalCareer Account) A signature, if submitting a paper application package Candidates who do not follow all of the listed application instructions may be eliminated from the selection process. All submitted information will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.
Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended. If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed STD. 678 and application package to the mailing address provided above in the "Application Instructions" section.
Do not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.
Examination Information
To apply for the Tax Program Technician I position(s) as a list candidate, you must first take the online Tax Program Technician I exam .
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.