Tax Law Analyst

Title: Sr Tax Law Analyst

State Role Title: Policy Planning Spec II

Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of Taxation

Location: Main Street Center

Agency Website: https://www.tax.virginia.gov/work-with-us

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Tax Legislation Division within the Office of Tax Policy of the Virginia Department of Taxation is seeking a policy, legal or other professional to serve as a Senior Tax Law Analyst. In this role, you will provide staff support to the Tax Commissioner and the executive and legislative branches of state government through the development of tax policy, application of existing policy, analysis of pending state and federal legislation and litigation, and formulation or review of potential executive or legislative initiatives, and serve as a resource/liaison on highly technical and complex tax issues with persons and groups, both within and outside the agency.

The responsibilities of this position include:

Provide expertise in several of over 30 taxes administered by Virginia Tax or local jurisdictions, including the retail sales & use tax, corporate and individual income taxes, pass-through entity taxation, tobacco taxes, and the business, professional and occupational license tax

Researching tax laws, regulations, administrative determinations, and case law to determine the applicable law and tax policy

Working independently and as part of a team on the development of guidelines and rules, tax bulletins, tax regulations, and other guidance documents.

Researching and drafting fiscal impact statements, amendments, and legislation, working closely with economists in our Economic Analysis division.

Identifying policy changes and new policies that are needed.

Answering technical questions for internal and external customers in a clear and concise manner, understandable to the requester.

Demonstrating initiative in creating, analyzing, and researching new and innovative programs, methods, and techniques that may improve office and agency operations.

Working effectively with supervisors and team members to resolve complex issues and ensure consistency in tax application and policy

Communicating with stakeholders and tax professionals to ensure issues are understood and responses are technically accurate.

Identifying, analyzing, and communicating to the appropriate party any issues that could potentially affect Virginia tax policy structure.

Exercise end-to-end ownership of work products, from initial research through final deliverables, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and coordination with all relevant stakeholders.

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule with 2 days remote and 3 days in office per week.

This position is located in our Main Street Center office in Richmond, Virginia.

The anticipated start date for this position will be early summer of 2026.

Depending on the experience, knowledge, skill and ability, this position could be hired as a Tax Law Analyst or a Senior Tax Law Analyst.

Because this position requires regular in-office work 3 days per week, candidates should consider the commute when applying. To support work-life balance and job satisfaction, we strongly encourage applicants to live within a reasonable distance of Richmond or be willing to relocate to the area.

The anticipated hiring range is commensurate with experience up to $100,000

As a member of our team, you can expect additional benefits such as:

Job stability and quality of life! Enjoy your work/life balance with flexible schedule options and up to two days of telework per week.

12 Paid State holidays on top of vacation, sick, volunteer, and personal leave!

Comprehensive and affordable health benefits.

Got student loans? You may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Participation in the Virginia Retirement System, VA 457 Deferred Comp, and more.

At Virginia Tax…

We are dedicated, resourceful individuals who strive to exceed our customers’ expectations. Not only do we serve the public, we are the public. We are a part of a community that cares about and celebrates each other, who promote opportunities for growth within a stable environment, and support a healthy work-life balance.

What we do matters. So do you.

Minimum Qualifications

Advanced knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and local tax statutes, regulations, and sub-regulatory guidance; prefer experience analyzing tax law issues over tax preparation

Considerable knowledge of one or more major tax law areas (sales tax, income tax, or local tax)

Demonstrated ability to research, analyze and resolve complex legal issues relating to state and local taxation

Advanced working knowledge of policy development principles and experience developing and applying tax policies

Working knowledge of legislative principles; e.g., how a bill becomes law, how to draft legislation, talking points, etc.

Demonstrated ability to draft highly technical documents in a clear and concise manner – applicants will provide a writing sample to be evaluated

Skill in communicating complex technical issues in a clear and concise manner, both orally and in writing

Additional Considerations

Advanced level knowledge of federal, state, and local taxation principles and practices

Advanced level knowledge and experience in the areas of law, taxes, public policy, business administration, accounting, or other related fields

Experience analyzing tax law issues over tax preparation

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application.

All Virginia Department of Taxation employees must be current with filing their Virginia state tax returns ensuring they were filed in compliance with established laws, rules and regulations.

Virginia Tax participates in E-verify. Selected candidate(s) will be required to consent to and successfully pass a background investigation which includes fingerprint-based criminal history, tax compliance, and DMV driving record (if applicable) checks. The selected candidate will be prohibited from performing tax or accounting services for compensation during or outside business hours.

Virginia Tax is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workforce. All qualified applicants are afforded equal opportunities without regard to race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, genetics, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities, if requested, during the application and/or interview process. If accommodations are needed, please contact Human Resources at (804) 786-3610.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.