Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents
Job Zone 3 - Medium preparation needed
Determine tax liability or collect taxes from individuals or business firms according to prescribed laws and regulations.
Median pay: $62,370/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: -1.8% projected growth, 2024–2034 — declining.
About 4,300 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Send notices to taxpayers when accounts are delinquent.
• Confer with taxpayers or their representatives to discuss the issues, laws, and regulations involved in returns, and to resolve problems with returns.
• Notify taxpayers of any overpayment or underpayment, and either issue a refund or request further payment.
• Maintain records for each case, including contacts, telephone numbers, and actions taken.
• Contact taxpayers by mail or telephone to address discrepancies and to request supporting documentation.
• Answer questions from taxpayers and assist them in completing tax forms.
What's the median pay for Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents?
The median pay for Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents is $62,370 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents?
Employment for Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents is projected to change -1.8% from 2024 to 2034 - declining.
What education is typically required for Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents?
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
How many job openings are there each year for Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents?
About 4,300 openings per year, on average, over the decade.