Deputy Director of Revenue

We have an outstanding career opportunity for aDeputy Director of Revenueto join a leading Company located in theChicago, ILsurrounding area.

The Department of Revenue is responsible for the billing and collection of business and individual taxes, fees, and licenses in the county and continues in its efforts to increase tax compliance and collections initiatives. The Deputy Director assists the Director of Revenue with the efficient management of all operations, infrastructure, and staff. Oversees and ensures that all statutory and strategic mandates related to the Department of Revenue are fulfilled. Assists with setting policies regarding tax enforcement and collection. Assists with project management tasks and can effectively lead projects with minimal guidance. Assists with the management of Liquor Commission and Video Gaming Licensing in unincorporated counties.

Responsibilities :

• Assists with setting policy regarding enforcement of taxes and collection procedures

• Assists the Director of Revenue with researching, evaluating, and estimating the fiscal impact of new taxes, fees, and fines

• Makes recommendations to the Director of Revenue

• Assists the Director with the planning, organization, and implementation of all operational and strategic initiatives

• Assists the Director with project management tasks and can effectively lead projects with minimal guidance

• Oversees the administration of personnel functions associated with the Department of Revenue; prepares employee evaluations, approves time off, responsible for training of all employees

• Assists the Liquor Commission for liquor licensing and video gaming licensing with the Office of the President for unincorporated counties

Basic Hiring Criteria :

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree, PLUS a minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in an operational capacity OR an equivalent combination of professional work experience, training and education

Desired Qualifications :

• Master's degree in finance or business administration

• Five (5) years of experience in public-sector operations

• Knowledge of governing ordinances, government finance, revenue, and tax laws

• Knowledge of County administrative structure and other government entities

• Skilled in public speaking, management of resources, writing, and math

• Ability to quickly assess situations and make decisions

• Ability to interface with a wide variety of public officials, industry representatives, and individual taxpayers

• Ability to demonstrate good supervisory skills

• Ability to institute problem-solving techniques in diverse and sometimes emotional situations

• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively

• Good interpersonal relations skills

• Must be able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy in dealing with employee issues in a wide range of diverse situations

• Thorough knowledge of internal control concepts and procedures

• Ability to ascertain compliance with laws, ordinances, and regulations

• Ability to prepare departmental budget and allocations of funds

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