Internal Revenue Service set to begin hiring in Tucson

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is accepting applications for hundreds of new jobs as part of a nationwide multi-phase hiring program.

In January 2005 the agency expects to hire approximately 500 tax enforcement personnel in 70 cities across the country.

IRS is seeking qualified candidates to become revenue agents, revenue officers and tax compliance officers who are responsible for enforcing America's tax laws.

Beginning salaries vary by location but typically start at $33,071 to $58,903 per year.

A combination of experience and education will be considered when determining pay rate and employment eligibility.

"If you want to be an expert in accounting and tax law, then the Internal Revenue Service is the place for you," said Bill Brunson, local IRS spokesperson. "In fact the IRS is one of the largest single employers of professional accountants."

Applications are being accepted for the above mentioned positions.

Apply early to ensure consideration.

After selection, the IRS will provide a comprehensive training program in tax and business law, investigation skills, strategies for tax enforcement and other topics relevant to tax examination and collection.

Application information is available through the IRS Web CareerConnector site at http://jobs.irs.gov/careerconnector/.

Applicants who register at this site are sent e-mail notifications when jobs are announced.

IRS is an equal opportunity employer.