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Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents

Median Salary
58,530
Job Outlook
+11%

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Determine tax liability or collect taxes from individuals or business firms according to prescribed laws and regulations.

What sectors do they work in?

State and local government

46%

Federal Government

41%

Private for profit

12%

Self-employed

1%

Private not for profit

1%

What is the job outlook?

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$36,190

10%

$58,530

Median

$93,810

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree

    33%

  • Associate's degree

    25%

  • High school

    23%

  • Some college

    13%

  • Master's degree

    3%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Accounting
  • Taxation

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Leadership

    Mid

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Administrative
  • Administration and Management
  • English Language
  • Economics and Accounting

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Repetitiveness

    High

  • Decision Making

    High

  • Time Pressure

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Responsibility

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

  • Level Of Competition

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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