Working Title: Lead Analyst, Statistical Sampling
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Coordinator
Agency: Revenue Department
- Job ID: 97680
- Location: St. Paul
- Telework Eligible: Yes, Hybrid
- Full/Part Time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
- Who May Apply: This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 11/03/2026.
- Date Posted: 10/28/2026
- Closing Date: 11/18/2026
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Revenue Dept / Revenue (inc Assessors)-MAPE
- Division/Unit: Sales & Use Tax / Sales-Metro 2
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: Yes - Up to 25% of the time
- Salary Range: $37.91 - $56.39 / hourly; $79,156 - $117,742 / annually
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
- FLSA Status: Nonexempt
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
This position is responsible for the overall coordination and implementation of a highly complex Sales and Use Tax Sampling Program that directly impacts both internal and external audiences. This includes analyzing, designing, and developing the Sampling Program on an ongoing basis; analyzing electronic accounting records; applying statistical methodology to complex data; developing and implementing procedures to test and/or verify the integrity of electronic data; and designing complex statistical models for analyzing numerical data to support the division's sampling needs. This position leads the division’s Sampling Team and provides lead work direction to Sampling Team members.
This position will serve as the highest-level technical subject matter expert on statistics, sampling, identifying sampling software and licensing, presenting to management, and supporting every tax specialist in every unit of the Sales and Use Tax division, Appeals & Legal Services division, Special Taxes division, and/or other divisions that use sampling techniques. This position will serve on department-wide, cross-divisional, and divisional teams to support the goals of the department's Strategic Plan.
This position is eligible for hybrid telework. Employees living within 50 miles of the office will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month. Employees may reside outside the state of Minnesota if they live in a state bordering Minnesota and are within 50 miles of the primary work location.
Existing employees who were approved to telework from a bordering state and more than 50 miles from their work location before June 1, 2025, may retain this arrangement unless they move farther away.
Minimum Qualifications
- Four (4) or more years of professional experience working in tax compliance, auditing, and data analysis.
- Experience with improving processes, designing and developing programs.
Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification, will be further evaluated on the following:
- Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and practices.
- Technical Sales and Use Tax knowledge, including court rulings, regulations and administrative policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate understanding of statistical concepts necessary for data interpretation and modeling.
- Demonstrate ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of audiences.
- Demonstrate ability to independently initiate, lead, and complete projects.
- Experience at collaboration with others to achieve organizational objectives.
- Experience at developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with a major in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or related scientific fields that include coursework in statistics.
- Extensive knowledge of Sales and Use Tax laws, including court rulings, regulations and administrative policies and procedures.
- Extensive knowledge and experience in statistics and with statistical sampling in Sales and Use Tax.
- Extensive knowledge and experience in accounting, auditing, and analytics.
- Extensive knowledge and experience working in excel and sampling programs such as, MTC, ACL, Monarch, etc.
- Extensive experience leading a team and/or a project and working within a team environment.
- Extensive experience providing training and development to employees.
Physical Requirements
Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.
Additional Requirements
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status). The Department of Revenue is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. MDOR does not participate in E-Verify
As part of an offer of employment, a fingerprint-based background check will be conducted in accordance with IRS Publication 1075. This will include, but is not limited to, verification of degrees and licensures, state and federal criminal history checks, and a review of tax filing and payment history. All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position.
How To Apply
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for this interview and/or testing process, please contact the Department of Revenue ADA Coordinator at revenue.eai@state.mn.us.
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact Ryan Ross at ryan.ross@state.mn.us or 651-556-3259.
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Ryan Ross at ryan.ross@state.mn.us.
About Revenue Dept
The Minnesota Department of Revenue manages the state’s revenue system and administers tax laws. The department manages over 40 state and local taxes and collects $33 billion annually to fund essential services for Minnesotans.
Revenue is dedicated to an inclusive work environment that celebrates and values the diversity of each employee and reflects the communities we serve. We're committed to a culture of inclusion where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and thrive.
We value work-life balance and support flexible work arrangements. While many of our employees can telework up to 50% of the time, we also offer a modern, state-of-the-art hybrid workspace at the Stassen Building in St. Paul for in-office collaboration. Whether you're in the office regularly or a few days each week, you'll find a welcoming environment designed to support productivity and connection.
Find out more about us on our website.
Working together to improve the state we love.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
- A sense of purpose in their work
- Connection with their coworkers and communities
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
Benefits
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your Benefits May Include
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
- Diabetes care
- Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
- Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
- Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
- Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Support To Help You Reach Your Career Goals
- Training, classes, and professional development
- Tuition reimbursement
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) For Work/life Support
- A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
- Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
- Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants With Disabilities
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.
