Jobs in Lakeland, Florida | November 2024 Opportunities

:Use your bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting or your Certificate as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) to qualify for an entry to mid-level Internal Revenue Agent (Examiner) employment opportunity. Nationwide opportunities exist.No Tax or prior Federal experience required.Recent college degree. Launch your government career!$39,576 - $140,713 per year / GS 5-12 grade levelsHybrid Remote and Telework Eligible: Telework eligible positions do not guarantee telework. Employees must meet and sustain IRS telework eligibility requirements (e.g., reporting at least twice a pay period to your assigned Post of Duty (POD)) and supervisor's approval to participate in the IRS Telework Program. Employees must also be within a 200-mile radius of their official assigned post-of-duty (POD) while in a telework status. As a reminder - If you are selected for a position, you are responsible for reporting to your designated POD (location) on the negotiated start date or as directed by management.Must complete full application by reviewing full (Click Apply on this site).Vacancies: 1,800As a Revenue Agent (Examiner), you will independently examine and investigate complex income tax returns filed by individuals or organizations. Revenue Agents (Examiners) are known for their ability to accomplish comprehensive analytical examinations of tax returns to determine tax liability and violations of Federal tax statutes and to make fair and impartial recommendations for criminal prosecution and civil penalties. You’ll use your skills and knowledge to perform professional accounting work, as well as provide accounting and financial management advice and assistance to higher levels of management. You’ll examine accounting and financial information systems that reflect a variety of complex financial operations.As an IRS employee, you’ll enjoy all the rights and benefits of federal employment. At the same time, you’ll have that sense of public service, knowing that your accounting and auditing responsibilities contribute to everything from funding domestic programs to the defense of our nation.A career at the IRS provides you with professional development and advancement opportunities so your career can grow with your aspirations.DutiesThe following duties describe what a Revenue Agent (Examiner) does at the full working level. The complexity of your assigned cases and the amount of supervision and guidance you will receive is based upon the grade level you are hired at and advance through to reach the full performance level of GS-12.Prepares audit statements with appropriate schedules and exhibits to reflect finally determined adjustments, tax liabilities, and additions on cases encompassing all types of taxpayers (e.g., individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, estates) engaged in all phases of economic activity where income may be derived from many sources and where several operating sub-divisions may exist. Cases involve income, profits, estate, gift, excise, and employment taxes.Prepares computations in Tax Court cases giving effect to the Court's opinion and any stipulated adjustments.Conducts independent examinations and related investigations of income tax returns that cover a diversified spectrum of individual and business taxpayers.Conducts examinations of complex individual and business taxpayers involved in activities or transactions designated or structured to hide or conceal income—such as offshore activities, multiple-related entities, and other means—using a wide range of financial and other investigative skills.Conducts independent examinations, reviews, and related financial investigations of complex cases encompassing all types of financial institutions and non-financial trades or businesses.Independently conducts examination of large exempt organizations and related business entities and makes determinations on initial and continuing exempt status of these organizations. Provides technical advice and assistance on exemptions to organization representatives and other service employees.Reviews exempt organizations’ financial and other operating data as well as related records of business operations intended to further exempt purposes and income sources unrelated to exempt activity.Ensures that qualified retirement plans comply with qualification, reporting/disclosure, and excise and income tax matters.QualificationsFederal experience is not required to qualify for the grade levels identified below. You will qualify for one of the following opportunities based on your specialized experience and/or education.You must meet the following minimum basic educational requirement for all grade levels.A Certificate as a CPA or a bachelor's or higher degree in accounting that includes at least 30 semester hours in accounting or 24 semester hours in accounting and an additional six (6) semester hours in related subjects such as business law, economics, statistical/quantitative methods, computerized accounting or financial systems, financial management, or finance.ORA bachelor's or higher degree in a field other than accounting or a combination of education and experience equivalent to four (4) years that included at least 30 semester hours in accounting or 24 semester hours in accounting and 6 semester hours in related subjects.Specialized experience for the GS-5 grade levelFor the GS-5 grade level, education alone, as described above, is the minimum requirement to qualify.In addition to meeting the basic educational requirement above, to qualify for this position at the GS-7, 9, 11, and 12 grade levels, you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:Specialized experience for the GS-7 grade levelYou must have one (1) year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty that includes experience in or related to accounting or auditing that provided the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience must have been acquired in a federal or business environment and must be sufficient to demonstrate the 1) knowledge of and skill in applying the principles, concepts, and methodology of professional accounting and related fields and 2) skill in communicating and dealing effectively with others. Qualifying experience may have been in accounting, auditing, tax, financial, legal, or other work.ORYou may substitute education for specialized experience at the GS-7 grade level as follows:You must complete one full year of graduate level education in a field of study such as accounting, business, finance, law, economics, management, statistical/quantitative methods, or computer science.ORSuperior Academic Achievement, which will meet the specialized experience requirement at this grade level by having a bachelor’s degree with one of the following:A GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale for all completed undergraduate courses or those completed in the last two (2) years of study, or a GPA of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale for all courses in your major field of study or those courses in your major completed in the last two (2) years of study, ORA ranking in the upper one-third of your class in the college, university, or major subdivision, or 3) membership in a national honor society recognized by the Association of College Honor SocietiesOR a combination of experience and education.Specialized experience for the GS-9 grade levelTo qualify at this grade level, you must have specialized experience equivalent to work performed at the GS-7 grade level.OR You may substitute education for specialized experience at the GS-9 grade level as follows:A course of study that includes two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Master's degree in accounting or related field of business, finance, law, economics, management, statistical/quantitative methods, or computer science.ORA Master's degree in Accounting or related field of business, finance, law, economics, management, statistical/quantitative methods, or computer science.ORAn equivalent amount of combined education and experience as described in the paragraphs above.Specialized experience for the GS-11 grade levelTo qualify at this grade level, you must have specialized experience equivalent to work performed at the GS-9 grade level.OR You may substitute education for specialized experience at the GS-11 grade level as follows:A course of study that includes three (3) years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a PhD degree or PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in accounting or related field of business, finance, law, economics, management, statistical/quantitative methods, or computer science.ORAn equivalent amount of combined education and experience as described in the paragraphs above.Specialized experience for the GS-12 grade levelTo qualify at this grade level, you must have specialized experience equivalent to work performed at the GS-11 grade level.Salary and BenefitsThis position’s starting salary varies depending upon grade level and location. Please see the How to Apply section below to access the official Job Opportunity Announcement and salary information. Employees receive the full package of federal employment benefits, which includes health and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, which is a retirement plan similar to a traditional 401(k).A monetary recruitment incentive has been authorized for eligible, highly qualified individuals.How to ApplyClick this site’s APPLY link to access the official Revenue Agent (Examiner) Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) on irs.usajobs.gov, the federal government’s official employment site. You will learn exactly how to submit your application package, including your resume, an online assessment questionnaire, and possibly other documents. You will also learn about duty locations, telework eligibility, U.S. citizenship, maximum entry age, medical, and other requirements that should be reflected in the information you provide in your resume.Interested in other career opportunities with IRS? Visit irs.usajobs.gov to search for other IRS opportunities, such as Revenue Officer (which has no accounting/business experience requirement), Criminal Investigator (Special Agent), and Contact Representative positions. To learn about upcoming IRS hiring events and career fairs, visit jobs.irs.gov.

Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled PILOTS interested in law enforcement an exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission protecting America.If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with great pay, benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots with military training are in high demand–APPLY TODAY!WAIVED: The “100 flight hours in the last 12 months” qualification requirement is waived through August 1, 2024. Salary and BenefitsBegin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $104,000–125,000 per year based on your GS-11 grade level qualifications plus location and overtime pay. This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52-weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval). Agents receive the full package of federal employment benefits that include health and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional 401(k) offering. Duty LocationsLocations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. The duty location listed in a final offer letter may include any geographic location within the Southeast Border Region, Caribbean Air and Marine Branch (CAMB), Southwest Border Region, and National Air Security Operation Centers (NASOC) Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) locations. You must be willing to work at any duty location within that region to include but not limited to the following:Southeast Region: Homestead, FLCAMB: Aguadilla, PRSouthwest Region: Tucson and Yuma, AZ; San Diego, CA; El Paso, Laredo, and McAllen, TXNASOC UAS locations: Sierra Vista, AZ; San Angelo, TX***AMO is currently seeking multi engine pilots for the following locations: Jacksonville, FL, Conroe, and Corpus Christi, TX, Hammond, LA, Aguadilla, PR. You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. Duties and ResponsibilitiesAs an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States.Typical duties include:Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels.Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities.Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence.Searching persons, vessels, baggage, and cargo for contraband or weapons incidental to detention or arrest. QualificationsExperience: You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as:Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed.Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations.Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets.Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information.Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot.Hiring Minimums: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours; see Required Documents in the job announcement regarding the Flight Hour Waiver).A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings:Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating.Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument.Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating.Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot). 250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months–TEMPORARILY WAIVED THRU AUGUST 1, 2024. All other flight hours requirements listed remain in effect.FAA Class I medical required for assessment dated within last 12 calendar months; FAA Class II medical will qualify. It must be dated within last 12 calendar months. However, at the time of your Flight Assessment you MUST present a FAA 1st Class Medical Certificate dated within the previous 12 calendar months.Apply at 750 hours total time - Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicant must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, 75-night hours and 100 flight hours in the last 12 months.UAS Flight Hours: Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator based variant flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the Total flight time 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at time of your Flight Assessment for verification. Other RequirementsCitizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.Age Restriction: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03. The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).Travel Required: You may be expected to travel for this position based on operational needs. How to ApplyClick the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network page. For Position of Interest select Air and Marine Operations (Air Interdiction Agent/Pilot), then complete the pre-screening questions. You’ll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with AMO and CBP.You will then be provided with links to the Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal government’s official employment site, to complete your application. Be certain to review ALL details of the job opening announcement and follow all instructions in the application process.* THIS IS A DIRECT HIRE PUBLIC NOTICE: Category rating, Veterans' Preference and traditional rating and ranking do not apply to this Public Notice. Applicants will be referred for selection consideration throughout the announcement open period.