Agency Overview: The Department of Revenue's core mission is to collect the revenues required to support the business of the Commonwealth, to make a difference in the lives of children by enforcing the financial responsibilities of parenthood, and to assist Massachusetts cities and towns in sound and efficient fiscal management.

Vision Statement: Our vision is to conduct our operations in a manner that inspires public confidence in government by administering and enforcing tax, child support and municipal finance laws in ways that are innovative, customer-focused and transparent.

Division Overview: The Tax Policy Division provides tax guidance and other information about tax laws and DOR to the Department's stakeholders, responding to inquiries from media outlets, legislators, taxpayers, and tax practitioners. The Tax Policy Division also works closely with the Office of Tax Policy Analysis and Digital/ Marketing Services to ensure that various groups within the department are communicating effectively and consistently.

Bureau Overview: The Rulings and Regulations Bureau is part of the Department's Tax Policy Division and provides legal counsel and guidance to the Department of Revenue and the general public on the operation of the Massachusetts tax laws. In addition, The Bureau, not only provides tax guidance and other information about tax laws to taxpayers and tax practitioners, it’s also responsible for producing the Department of Revenue's public legal documents including regulations, technical information releases, directives and letter rulings.

Position Summary: The Rulings and Regulations Bureau seeks to hire a Counsel I to assist with tax research and responses to requests for guidance from taxpayers and tax practitioners. The ideal candidate will have strong research and writing skills and an interest in state tax policy. Experience with state or federal tax law is helpful but not required.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, admission to the Massachusetts Bar and some experience in legal research, legal writing, and legal procedures and processes.

Incumbents may be required to have a current and valid Motor Vehicle Drivers License at a Class level specific to assignment.

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The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.