Economic Development Tax Specialist

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Hiring Agency:

Economic Development
- Agency 72

Location:

Lincoln, NEHiring Rate:$29.564

Job Posting:

JR Economic Development Tax Specialist (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):07-17-2026

Job Description:

This position will provide policy guidance and assistance to internal and external customers regarding complex tax incentives issues. The position will educate DED internal and external customers on tax incentive programs and will be responsible for the development of incentive program guidelines and rules and regulations to assist in the efficient administration of the DED Tax Incentive programs. The position will work closely with the Business Recruitment team to assist with the understanding of the use of tax incentive programs in the context of a layered business recruitment package.

The director or deputy director may assign this position special project which require a high level of attention to detail. The position will be responsible and capable of reviewing financial statements documentation to assist in determining appropriate aid packages. The position will be responsible for tracking Tax incentive legislation and assisting with its implementation. The position may be assigned additional special projects including communicating or presenting Incentives information to the public through webinars, conferences, or seminars.

Assist with internal and external audits of tax incentive programs. Lead and coordinate financial reviews of tax incentive and grant 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 teammatesA 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:

Reviews, analyzes, and research financial statements for businesses to recommend appropriate financial assistance and tax incentives for economic development projects. Advises Economic Development Tax Incentive Division staff and businesses about the financial impact of tax incentives. Investigates, analyzes, researches, and presents proposed policies, processes, legislation, regulations, and rulings in the assigned program. Monitors, analyzes, and interprets legislative, policy, and/or regulatory developments (both state and federal) for the assigned program.

Develops policy, regulations, and/or procedures to address changes or compliance needs in the assigned program. Coordinates the implementation of changes to the assigned program, including communications to taxpayers, training internal staff, educational pamphlet design, etc. Develops internal and external educational presentations and information guides. 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.

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. Examines, researches, and resolves program issues delivered through correspondence, personal interviews, and assignments. Coordinates special projects…