- Statewide
- Western Prosperity Zone
- Southwest Prosperity Zone
- North Central Prosperity Zone
- Northeast Prosperity Zone
- Northwest Prosperity Zone
- Piedmont-Triad Prosperity Zone
- Sandhills Prosperity Zone
- Southeast Prosperity Zone
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Government and Public Administration
- Annual Median Wage$ 55,956$41,106
$82,417Annual NC Wage Range
Growth Rate
Fast Growing
- Tax examiners and collectors, and revenue agents determine how much is owed in taxes and collect tax from individuals and businesses on behalf of federal, state, and local governments. They review tax returns, conduct audits, identify taxes owed, and collect overdue tax payments.
What do they typically do
- Review filed tax returns to determine whether credits and deductions claimed are allowed by law
- Contact taxpayers to address problems and to request supporting documentation
- Conduct field audits and investigations of income tax returns to verify information or to update tax liabilities
- Evaluate financial information, using their understanding of accounting procedures and knowledge of changes to tax laws and regulations
- Keep records on each active case including telephone numbers and actions taken
- Notify taxpayers of overpayment or underpayment and issue a refund or request additional payment
Number of Jobs
Average AnnualJob Growth +0.5%Job Opening 2Education & Training
- Education Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.Associated Programs or MajorsMoreLicenseN/AMore
NC Workforce CredentialsPrivate Training Programs2122Change 1