AUDITOR

Job Description and Duties

• This is a re-advertisement of JC-518898. If you previously applied under JC-518898 you would need to re-apply under this new Job Control, JC-534412, in order to be considered.
• 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. Here is the link to the exam bulletin for Tax Auditor: CalCareers
• 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).
• Please select this link to complete the Voluntary Recruitment Questionnaire to assist the BOE with its recruitment efforts. Voluntary Recruitment Questionnaire . Thank you.
• Under Government Code 14200, this position may be eligible for full or part-time telework for eligible candidates residing in California.
• Currently, per the California Budget Act of 2025, all Board of Equalization salaries are subject to the provisions of the State of California’s Personal Leave Program.
• You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

Minimum Requirements

• TAX AUDITOR, BOARD OF EQUALIZATION

Additional Documents

Job Code #

Position #(s)

Classification

# of Positions

Work Location

• Sacramento County

Telework

Job Type

Department Information

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
• 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.
• Education: For classifications where the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) are based on meeting education requirements only: If education is required to meet the MQs please attach a copy of all of your transcripts that show the completion of the required education. Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency by the time of appointment. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at https://www.naces.org

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). 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
• Address for Mailing Application Packages
• You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
• Board of Equalization
• Certification Section
• Attn: Certification Section JC-534412
• Human Resources Bureau
• 651 Bannon Street, MIC: 00
• Sacramento, CA 95811
• Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
• You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
• Northwest Tower 1st Floor Lobby Drop Box (JC-534412)
• Monday – Friday (Excluding Holidays)
• 08:00 AM - 04:00 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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• School Transcripts
• Other - You must include a Cover Letter with your STD-678 Application.

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.

Contact Information

Additional Instructions for Applicants

Paper applications must include a signature.

• Dates printed on envelopes by mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology are not acceptable proof of the date the application and any other required documents or materials were filed.
• A completed state application (STD. 678) and any documents list under “Required Application Documents” must be submitted with your application package. Applicants who are relying on additional documentation (e.g. transcripts, copy of degrees, certifications, licenses, etc.) in order to prove that they meet the minimum qualifications listed in the Classification Specification (located on the right under “Additional Documentation) must submit those documents with their application package. Failure to submit these documents may result in your application being disqualified.
• Applications must include a description of the duties performed for each position held; reference to a resume in place of a description of the duties performed will not be accepted.
• Applicants must state their basis of eligibility (List Eligibility, Lateral Transfer, Reinstatement, T&D, or Surplus/SROA), and the Job Control (JC) number and/or position number in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s), For Which You Are Applying” section on the STD. 678. Surplus/SROA candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application.
• Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth, etc.) as well as any information regarding your LEAP eligibility and/or exam scores from your documents prior to submission.
• Here is the link to the exam bulletin for Tax Auditor: CalCareers
• If applying electronically, please note that CalCareers no longer allows applicants to withdraw their applications. If you need assistance to withdraw your application, please contact the Certification Section at [email protected]
• For all other questions regarding your CalCareer account, please contact CalHR’s CalCareers Unit at (866) 844-8671 or [email protected] .

Equal Opportunity Employer