Economic Development Tax Specialist

Location: Lincoln, NE

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Hiring Agency

Economic Development - Agency 72

Location

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate

$29.564

Job Posting

JR2026-00029815 Economic Development Tax Specialist (Open)

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This position will provide policy guidance and assistance to the Nebraska Department of Economic Development’s (DED) internal and external customers regarding complex tax incentives issues. The position will be responsible for the development of incentive program guidelines and rules and regulations to assist in the efficient education and administration of the DED Tax Incentive programs. This position will require a high level of attention to detail.

The position will work closely with the Incentives and Business Recruitment teams to assist with the understanding of the use of tax incentive programs in the context of a layered business recruitment package. This position will assist with internal and external audits of tax incentive programs. The position will respond directly to taxpayer inquiries regarding DED Tax Incentive programs and serve as a liaison to the Department of Revenue.

Look at what we have to offer!

• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
• Military leave
• 156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Fun, inviting teammates
• A safe and secure environment

At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!

Job Duties: Monitors, analyzes, and interprets legislative, policy, and/or regulatory developments (both state and federal) for the assigned programs. Develops policy, regulations, and/or procedures to address changes or compliance needs in the assigned programs. Develops internal and external information guides and educational presentations in the assigned programs. Presents educational programs at conventions, seminars, and educational institutions to keep tax attorneys, accountants, and practitioners up to date with economic development tax incentive programs.

Reviews and analyzes business financial statements to recommend appropriate financial assistance and tax incentives for economic development projects. Advises DED Tax Incentive Division staff and businesses about the financial impact of tax incentives. Resolves complex program problems where precedent is widely divergent and resolution ultimately rests upon a thorough and current knowledge of laws, policies, regulations, procedures, processes, and industry practices.

Coordinates special projects assigned by the Director, Deputy Director, Administrators or Managers, such as researching new tax incentive programs. All other duties assigned within the scope of the classification.