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Want to make a difference?
Join Team Tax! 

We're looking for hard-working New Yorkers to join our team for a variety of positions. Whether you're beginning your career, switching jobs, or looking to make some extra money in retirement, we have the position that's just right for you!

We provide on-the-job training, and both full- and part-time opportunities are available.

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Psst . . .  if you're hoping for a career at the Tax Department, check out and register for the state exams below. 

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Hear from Team Tax

Great co-workers, affordable low-premium health insurance, generous paid leave, and the opportunity to make a real difference—these are just
some of the reasons to take a look at a career with the Tax Department. But don't take our word for it, hear what our employees have to say!

Demo: Careers at the NYS Department of Taxation and Finance

Demo: Careers at the NYS Department of Taxation and Finance

Hear some of the reasons people love being a part of Team Tax, from the people who do it every day.


“The training and resources that they offer here is helpful. I love being part of Team Tax.”

- MaSofia I., Civil Enforcement


“I feel like I’m part of a bigger family.” “My work life balance is exceptional"

- Kevin M., Technology Coordination


“I was able to go from work to night school, and fortunately I can say I finished my MBA because of the department’s policy"

- Christopher L., Tax Policy Analysis


"Once you come in and see all the people, everyone you talk to will tell you: 'I started here and now I'm here.' 'I was temporary and now I'm permanent.' 'I started a permanent position and now I'm a supervisor.' So you actually see it."

- Bryant P., Contact Center Division


Current Openings, applications, and examinations

Upcoming Job and career fairs

Upcoming Job and career fairs
Event Location Date Time
Corporate Career Expo University of Rochester September 26, 2023 11:00am–2:00pm
Fall Career Fair Manhattan College September 26, 2023 12:00pm–4:00pm
Government and Non-Profit Job & Internship Fair University at Albany, SUNY September 27, 2023 10:00am–3:00pm
St. John's University Fall Career & Internship Expo St. John’s University September 28, 2023 12:00pm–4:00pm
Baruch College Virtual Undergraduate Job & Internship Fair Online—Handshake September 29, 2023 12:00pm–4:00pm
Hunter College Internship Fair Hunter College October 3, 2023 2:00pm–4:00pm
Albany Job Fair Latham, NY October 4, 2023 9:00am–4:00pm
Fall Job & Internship Fair St. Joseph’s University October 4, 2023 11:30am–2:00pm
SUNY Old Westbury Virtual Accounting Career Fair Online—Handshake October 5, 2023 2:00pm–4:30pm
Fall Career Fair for Jobs and Internships SUNY New Paltz October 18, 2023 2:00pm–4:30pm
Fall Career and Internship Fair SUNY Oswego October 18, 2023 4:00pm–6:30pm
Fall Career and Internship Fair Hofstra University October 25, 2023 1:00pm–3:30pm

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