Tax Policy Specialist , Technical Advice & Policy

The Department of Revenue's Interpretations & Technical Advice (ITA) division is looking for fresh talent to join our team as Tax Policy Specialist
. ITA is a fun, dedicated team of professionals committed to providing excellent customer service to advance consistent, legally sound, and well-balanced tax policy.

As a vital member of our team, you will have the opportunity to shape and influence policy for state tax and other programs administered by the department, while enjoying a variety of challenging work assignments, thinking creatively, and working on cutting‑edge issues! ITA offers an incredible work‑life balance and the opportunity for flexible working arrangements.

• No billable hours! We work predictable schedules over a true 40‑hour work week. We also offer generous paid leave so you can enjoy your life outside of work.
• Reasonable workloads. Some of the work can be fast‑paced at times but we work to prioritize work to reduce deadline demands.
• Remote work. We work in a hybrid setting where employees are allowed to work from home all but 1‑2 days per month. We also provide opportunities for staff to come in more often to interact in‑person. Our dedicated IT staff provide all the necessary equipment.
• Supportive culture. Whether you are new to tax or have a tax LLM, you’ll receive training and guidance from managers who want to help you succeed and grow. Our Tax Policy Managers generously share information and knowledge in a collaborative and non‑competitive work environment. There are opportunities to meet and work with employees from other policy and operating divisions, cross‑training rotations, and regular salary increases.
  
  We also offer in‑house CLEs and pay your bar dues.

The hiring manager may start screening applicants as early as July 28, 2026, and make a hiring decision at any time after. It will be to your advantage to submit materials as soon as possible.

Revenue is a dynamic learning organization where you will experience a remarkable work‑life balance, with amazing leadership and talented co‑workers ready and focused to achieve the agency’s goals. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences. We employ and serve people of all backgrounds including people of color, immigrants, refugees, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, and veterans. This unique culture of respect promotes a professional family of cohesive groups maximizing potential through opportunity.

We offer a generous benefits package that includes defined benefit retirement plans; health, dental and vision coverage, deferred compensation plans, and as a public service employee, you may also be eligible for student loan forgiveness. Visit these links to watch our recruitment video to find out more about our agency and see what our employees say about why Revenue is a great place to work.

We invite you to review the opportunity details below and forward this message to others you feel may be qualified.

As a TPS 3 you will get experience researching and answering complex tax questions from a variety of customers, including other divisions, external stakeholders, and our Executive team. Assignments cover a variety of complex and interesting tax laws that provide you with opportunities to research and educate taxpayers on how the law is applied. You will also engage in tax policy development to achieve consistency and fairness in tax administration.

You will research tax law and Department policy to draft memorandums that respond to the questions, analyze possible options, or address long‑term policy issues. You will get experience drafting Washington Administrative Codes (WACs/Rules) and Excise Tax Advisories (ETAs). TPS 3s in ITA also conduct or facilitate internal training and participate in stakeholder engagement opportunities like speaking panels, meetings with taxpayers, and hearings on public guidance.

• Researching state, local, or federal tax law.
• Conducting technical, legal, and policy analysis on complex tax or other program issues and draft memorandum or other guidance that responds to questions, analyzes…