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The Iowa Department of Revenue’s Research and Policy Division is currently seeking a Fiscal & Policy Analyst, as well as a Fiscal & Policy Analyst Senior to assist the Research Bureau in a variety of duties including: tax credit evaluation and administration, fiscal estimates, statistical reporting, and revenue forecasting. Please follow these links to reach the original job postings and apply:

Fiscal & Policy Analyst

Fiscal & Policy Analyst Senior

The Research and Policy Division is responsible for:

• Fiscal estimates
• Statistical reporting
• Tax credit evaluation and administration
• Revenue and economic forecasting and briefings
• Policy development and oversight
• External communications and presentations
• Legislative agenda development

In these position you may be responsible for:

• Tracking and analyzing tax credit claims and awards through the review of available data.
• Preparing reports and forecasts concerning State tax receipts, tax credits, and other aspects of State tax administration.
• Completing a tax credit evaluation study including an analysis of the credit’s policy purposes and implications.
• Completing estimates of the fiscal impact of prospective tax-related legislation and providing analysis of tax policy
• Preparing fiscal impact estimates for proposed changes to the tax code with a focus on corporation and individual income tax. This involves reviewing existing law and administrative rules; developing an appropriate estimation methodology, incorporating state of the art econometric techniques and modeling tools; calculating the estimate; and drafting correspondence to present and explain the estimate.
• Completing a tax credit evaluation study, including an analysis of the credit’s policy purposes and effects, for the Legislative Tax Expenditure Committee and the general public.
• Serving as the co-lead on projects related to the development of Iowa economic forecasting models and revenue forecasting models. Serving as an econometrics consultant for Department staff and other departments of State government.
• Assisting in the preparation of tax receipt and refund forecasts, using the individual income tax micro model and other analytical tools. Assisting in updating and enhancing the individual income tax micro model annually

Preference will be given to candidates who can clearly describe and/or demonstrate the following:

• Education, expertise, and experience in conducting research and providing written analyses of public policy
• Education, expertise, and experience in conducting analyses of large data sets
• Education, expertise, and experience using statistical or data analytical software such as R, SAS, and SPSS
• Education, expertise, and experience in understanding of state or federal tax
• Education, expertise, and experience in understanding the state or federal legislative tax process
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Critical Job Competencies-

• Economics and Accounting – Economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data
• Written Expression – Communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand
• Oral Expression – Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand
• Critical Thinking – Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Complex Problem Solving – Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions

Employer Highlights-
The Iowa Department of Revenue is a well-respected employer. We are focused on providing excellent customer service, while offering a wonderful team atmosphere, work-life balance, free parking, and casual attire. We offer a flexible working environment and opportunities to work from home with the ability to work from anywhere in the State of Iowa as long as it is your primary residence. We have a great total compensation package for all of our full-time employees, including:

• Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS)
• Retirement Investors Club (RIC)
• Flexible Working Environment- Work from Home Opportunities
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Vacation Leave
• Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays (9 days/year)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance

Questions?
The mission of the Iowa Department of Revenue is to serve Iowans and support the state government by collecting all taxes required by law, but no more. Our strength is driven by the skills, talents, and diversity of our people. We value and promote diversity and inclusion in every aspect of our business and at every level of our organization. If you’re looking for a career with an organization that values its employees and customers, you’ve come to the right place.

Supplemental Information
At the Iowa Department of Revenue, we value employee safety first and foremost. This is why we will use every resource possible to ensure this hiring process stays within the current guidelines related to COVID-19. If selected to move forward, please be aware that at this time interviews will be conducted virtually using a webcam teleconferencing method.

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Fiscal & Policy Analyst

Fiscal & Policy Analyst Senior