Tax Auditor, Board of Equalization

Board of Equalization

Job Description and Duties
Under close supervision of the Supervising Property Appraiser (SPA) in the Unitary Valuation & Auditing Unit of the SAPD, the Tax Auditor (TA) performs the least difficult tax audits, reviews, and examinations of businesses (taxpayers) accounting books, records, financial statements, and business property filings (tax returns) to calculate and allocate the amount of tax legally due in accordance with California's Revenue and Taxation (RTC) Laws, rules, annotations, audit standards, audit regulations, policies, and procedures. Participation and completion of training courses.

This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill additional identical vacancies which occur within 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.

Effective December 30, 2025, Tax Auditors may be eligible for Recruitment Hiring Above Minimum (HAM) salary rate of $5,528 per month (Range A only).

Under Government Code 14200, this position may be eligible for full or part-time telework for eligible candidates residing in California.

Working Conditions

• Partial Telework may be available.
• Standard office environment.
• Requires being in a stationary position, consistent with office work, for extended periods of time.
• Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.
• Work irregular hours, both in and out of the office in various locations statewide.

Department Information
Want to make a difference? The talented people at BOE reflect the rich diversity inherent within the State of California. We celebrate the contributions of each individual and strive to create a work environment that is inclusive, collaborative, and welcoming. By joining the BOE, you will contribute to our critical role in property tax administration which protects the tax dollars that schools, local communities, and the State of California depend on every day.

The BOE is one of California’s ten constitutional offices. It is the only elected tax board in the country and is comprised of Four Equalization District Members and the State Controller. Since 1879, the BOE’s constitutional and statutory duties include the oversight of the 58 County Assessors to ensure assessment practices are uniform and consistent statewide. In addition, the BOE directly assesses the property of regulated railroads and certain public utilities, collects the private railroad car tax, and is responsible for the Alcoholic Beverage Tax and Tax on Insurers.

The BOE strives to create a work environment that supports the growth and development of its employees and recognizes the contribution of each individual. We offer all the benefits of state employment, opportunity for career advancement, and the opportunity to work with a dedicated team of professionals.

The BOE’s headquarters in Natomas offers free parking, nearby shopping and eateries, and is conveniently located near I-5 and I-80.

Special Requirements

• This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.; for more information about E-Verify, please go to www.dhs.gov/e-verify
• Interested candidates must meet educational requirements. (For example, Appraiser, Attorney, Tax Auditor, among others.)
• Travel required thirty percent (30%) of the time.
• Position requires employee to have and maintain a valid: California Driver’s License.
• Position requires to obtain BOE appraiser certification within one year after qualifying for certification.
• Travel throughout California up to thirty percent (30%) of the time by automobile or airplane.
• Travel out of state may be required.
• Overnight travel may be required.

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.

Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Benefits
Working for the State offers great opportunities, generous benefits, and career development.

In addition, our location offers:

• Free parking.
• Major freeway access from I-5 and I-80.
• Located near eateries and shopping.

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.