9778/Benefit Program Specialist II /Hinds/ Jackson
MDES
Jackson, MS
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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Customer Service Management, Driver's License, Federal Tax, OpenHire, Organizational Skills, State Tax, Tax Regulations, Time Management
LOCATION
Jackson, MS
POSTED
1 day ago
This Opportunity is for a 9778/Benefit Program Specialist II - State -- Open Competitive Hire a work location in Hinds County -- Jackson, MS. JOB DUTIES: This position is located in the Tax department in Hinds County. Perform duties related to the Office of Re-Employment Assistance including but not limited to the following: Perform investigations regarding employer compliance in unemployment tax registrations; verify the accuracy of tax rate calculations and conduct SUTA (State Unemployment Tax Act) dumping investigations; and, verify proper registration of employers with newly created FEINs. Register, close, or transfer employer accounts as appropriate based on information received from employers or their representatives. Duties will include access to federal tax information, and all safeguards must be observed. Perform other functions necessary to maintain the accuracy and integrity of employer records. Will assist internal and external customers, and perform other duties assigned by supervisor and/or senior staff. All applicants must have a valid driver's license and pass an extensive background check. The following are preferred qualities for this position and are not set to prevent anyone from applying. All interested applicants, including persons with or without a disability should apply. Education & Experience Requirements: Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of experience Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited (4) four-year college or university. Preferred Experience: Two (2) years of professional/administrative experience in work related to described duties. Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities related to performance of job: Extensive knowledge of MDES laws and department policies and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively, work independently and cooperatively, with other staff. Effectively adapt to changing work duties and processes. Excellent organizational, customer service and time management skills. Understand and explain complex matters. Proficient computer and Microsoft excel skills and experience with MDES online services. An application should be completed online via the instructions listed above by the closing date. MDES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. AUXILIARY AIDS AND SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.