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Iowa Department of Administrative Services Employer Liability Specialist Account Management in Des Moines, Iowa
Employer Liability Specialist Account Management
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Employer Liability Specialist Account Management
Salary
$49,961.60 - $74,692.80 Annually
Location
Des Moines - 50319 - Polk County, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
24-04370
Agency
309 Iowa Workforce Development
Opening Date
06/24/2024
Closing Date
7/15/2024 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag
#LI-POST
Point of Contact
Melissa Woodard - melissa.woodard@iwd.iowa.gov
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Job Description
Are you detail oriented, organized, and able to work independently? Do you have account management or unemployment experience and want to continue to expand on that knowledge? Are you motivated to use your skill to aid employers in their processes of the unemployment chain?
As an integral part of the Iowa Workforce Development, an Employer Liability Specialist of the Account Management team, will assist employers to establish, maintain, and terminate accounts that aid all of Iowa in Unemployment Process. It all starts here.
Employer Liability Specialist
Description of Work
Setup and maintain Iowa Unemployment Insurance tax accounts in accordance with the Iowa Employment Security Law, rules, and polices.
Investigate changes in business ownership to determine liability of a successor employer.
Explain effects if successorship to both successor and predecessor.
Reserve fund balances.
Ability to be charged in the future for benefits.
Possible liability for indebtedness for predecessor.
Transfer employer experience and re-compute tax rates.
Investigate employers who are delinquent in filing wage reports.
Appear as a representative for the Iowa Workforce Development to verify legal points of the law and/or supply facts relating to liability determinations appealed by the employer.
Liability Expectations
Set up, maintain, and terminate accounts as needed per Iowa code.
Investigate and verify all registrations made with Iowa Workforce Development combined with knowledge of the Iowa code to determine if a business is liable.
Process Power of Attorney, Voluntary Election, Reimbursable forms received from employers.
Process request for change of ownerships.
Provide customer service via email, phone, to employers to aid them in managing their accounts.
Maintain good agency relationships with internal and external contacts.
Employers.
Agents.
Appear in appeals for liability determinations.
About Iowa Workforce Development
Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) is a state agency dedicated to providing exceptional employment services and connecting employers with skilled workers. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and aligning services with workforce demands, IWD offers comprehensive support to job seekers and employers through a statewide network of IowaWORKS Centers.
Benefits
Joining the IWD team and becoming a State of Iowa employee comes with a range of valuable benefits, including:
Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance.
Generous paid time off, including nine paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with no cap on the sick leave accrual.
Prepare for the future with the IPERS retirement package, as well as an additional optional deferred compensation retirement plan.
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
Free Life and Long-term Disability Insurance with the option to purchase additional coverage.
Employee Assistance Programs and Discount Programs for support.
Clickhere (https://das.iowa.gov/state-employees/human-resources/employee-benefits-programs/employee-benefits-overview) to learn more about all of the amazing benefits the State of Iowa offers.
Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visitwww.e-verify.gov.
No applicant seeking employment with the Iowa Department of Workforce Development can have a current, ongoing overpayment balance with Iowa Workforce Development without a payment plan in place.?Select positions will be subject to a criminal background check.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Graduation from a four year accredited college or university supplemented by four semester hours of accounting course work, and one year of financial auditing, tax collection, or related experience;
OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience substituting one year of financial auditing, tax collection, or related experience for one year of required minimum education with a maximum substitution of four years;
OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience substituting one year of financial auditing, tax collection or related experience for four semester hours of the required course work;
OR
employees withcurrentcontinuous experience in the state executive branch that includes experience equal to nine months full-time work as an Accountant/Auditor 1.
For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/EmployerLiabilitySpecialist-00888.pdf) .
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Our Robust Benefits Package Includes:
Competitive Compensation:
Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise.
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Health and Wellness:
Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.
Retirement Planning:
We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .
Paid Time Off:
Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.
Professional Development:
Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.
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Have you graduated from a four year accredited college or university with coursework that includes four semester hours of accounting? IF YES - How many months of financial auditing, tax collection, or related experience do you have?
I have not graduated from a four year accredited college or university with coursework that includes four semester hours of accounting
I have less than six months of the required experience
I have six months to less than 12 months of the required experience
I have 12 months or more of the required experience
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Do you have one year of financial auditing, tax collection, or related experience? IF YES - How many years do you have of post high school education AND/OR ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE (not experience used to count for the first portion of this question) in financial auditing, tax collection, or related experience? 30 semester hours equals one year of experience.
I do not have one year of financial auditing, tax collection, or related experience
Less than two years of post high school education AND/OR additional experience in financial auditing, tax collection, or related experience
Two years to less than four years of post high school education AND/OR additional experience in financial auditing, tax collection, or related experience
Four years or more of post high school education AND/OR additional experience in financial auditing, tax collection, or related experience
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Are you a current State of Iowa employee - Executive Branch? IF YES - How many months of experience do you have in the classification of Accountant/Auditor 1 for the State of Iowa?
I am not a current State of Iowa employee - Executive Branch
Less than three months of experience in the classification of Accountant/Auditor 1 for the State of Iowa
Three months to less than six months of experience in the classification of Accountant/Auditor 1 for the State of Iowa
Six months to less than nine months of experience in the classification of Accountant/Auditor 1 for the State of Iowa
Nine months or more of experience in the classification of Accountant/Auditor 1 for the State of Iowa
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Agency
State of Iowa
Agency
309 Iowa Workforce Development
Address
1000 E Grand Ave
Des Moines, Iowa, 50319
Website
https://www.iowaworkforcedevelopment.gov/
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