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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 Career fairs and events

Open to the public

Career fairs and events
Event Location Date Time
Capital Region Virtual Career Fair  Virtual February 6, 2025 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m
DOL Mini Job Fair Albany, NY February 26, 2025 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m
Civil Service Career Fair Newburgh, NY February 27, 2025 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m
Schenectady College and Career Outreach Center (SCCOC) Career Fair Schenectady, NY March 6, 2025 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m
Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) Career Fair Albany, NY March 6, 2025 1:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m
Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) Career Fair Troy, NY March 11, 2025 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m
Albany Job Fair Latham, NY April 16, 2025 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m

UpcomingCollege career fairs

May be limited to students and alumni only

College career fairs
Event College Location Date Time
Spring 2025 In Person Job and Internship Fair Binghamton University Binghamton, NY February 5, 2025 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m
Career Expo 2025 - Business Siena College Latham, NY February 5, 2025 12:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m
Spring 2025 Job and Internship Fair Pace University Pleasantville, NY February 7, 2025 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m
Business Job Fair SUNY Albany Albany, NY February 11, 2025 11:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m
2025 Spring Career Expo University of Rochester Rochester, NY February 12, 2025 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m
Career Expo 2025 – Government/Non-Profit Siena College Latham, NY February 12, 2025 12:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m
Spring 2025 Le Moyne College Internship & Job Fair Le Moyne Syracuse, NY February 13, 2025 3:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m
Career Expo 2025 – Science & Technology Siena College Latham, NY February 19, 2025 12:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m
Government & Non-Profit Job Fair SUNY Albany Albany, NY February 25, 2025 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m
Lehman College Job & Internship Fair Spring 2025 Lehman College Bronx, NY March 4, 2025 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m
Technology and Science Fair SUNY Albany Albany, NY March 5, 2025 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m
SUNY Brockport 2025 Jobs and Internship Fair SUNY Brockport Brockport, NY March 5, 2025 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m
Dream Big! Career and Internship Fair SUNY Oswego Oswego, NY March 5, 2025 4:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m
Spring All-Majors Career & Internship Fair Hofstra University Hempstead, NY March 12, 2025 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m
Spring 2025 All Majors Career Fair New York Institute of Technology Old Westbury, NY April 8, 2025 12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m
Spring 2025 Job & Internship Fair Mercy University Dobbs Ferry, NY April 16, 2025 12:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m

Additional Information

Part 1: Starting Your Career with New York State

Part 1: Starting Your Career with New York State

Part 2: Navigating the Civil Service Exam Process

Part 2: Navigating the Civil Service Exam Process

Part 3: Learn More About the Hiring Process and Featured Program

Part 3: Learn More About the Hiring Process and Featured Program
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