Legal Collector (Multiple Positions)

Title: Legal Collector (Multiple Positions)

State Role Title: Admin and Office Spec III

Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Department of Taxation

Location: Westmoreland

Agency Website: https://www.tax.virginia.gov/work-with-us

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Taxation’s Court Debt Collections Office (CDCO) is seeking enthusiastic individuals to serve as Collections Representatives to assist with the collection of delinquent court fines and fees. Collections Representatives must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ability to multi-task and manage time well and the ability to utilize critical thinking skills while always remaining professional and empathic to the caller.  

In this role, you will:

Work in a high call volume call center handling incoming and outgoing calls.

Generate correspondence and negotiate payment arrangements for repayment of court fee and fines.       

Research and manage multiple databases simultaneously to efficiently work accounts currently in collections.            

This position will report to the agency’s Westmoreland location.

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule once fully trained. The weekly schedule after training would be Monday and Friday as telework days. Tuesday's, Wednesday's and Thursday's are office days.

The anticipated hiring salary is commensurate with experience up to $42,000.

At Virginia Tax… 

We are dedicated, resourceful individuals who strive to exceed our customers’ expectations. Not only do we serve the public, we are the public. We are a part of a community that cares about and celebrates each other, who promote opportunities for growth within a stable environment, and support a healthy work-life balance.  

What we do matters. So do you. 

As a member of the Virginia Tax team, you can expect additional benefits such as: 

• Job stability and quality of life! Enjoy your work/life balance with flexible schedule options. 
• 12 Paid State holidays on top of vacation, sick, volunteer, and personal leave! 
• Comprehensive and affordable health benefits. 
• Got student loans? You may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. 
• Participation in the Virginia Retirement System, VA 457 Deferred Comp, and more. 

Minimum Qualifications

Experience working in a fast-paced, high volume call center environment

Experience in collections techniques and negotiating skills

Experience analyzing and researching financial information and relaying that information to customers in an understandable manner

Strong written and communication skills to effectively communicate with a diverse population

Ability to work independently and complete multiple assignments accurately, efficiently, and timely

Strong computer skills to include the use and navigation of MS Office products, Internet, and financial systems

Effective conflict management skills, including exceptional listening, call control, and de-escalation techniques while maintaining professionalism

Additional Considerations

Collection experience with local, state or federal government

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application.

All Virginia Department of Taxation employees must be current with filing their Virginia state tax returns ensuring they were filed in compliance with established laws, rules and regulations.

Virginia Tax participates in E-verify.

Selected candidate(s) will be required to consent to and successfully pass a background investigation which includes fingerprint-based criminal history, tax compliance, and DMV driving record (if applicable) checks.


The selected candidate will be prohibited from performing tax or accounting services for compensation during or outside business hours.

Virginia Tax is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workforce. All qualified applicants are afforded equal opportunities without regard to race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, genetics, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities, if requested, during the application and/or interview process. If accommodations are needed, please contact Human Resources at (804) 786-3608.

Contact Information

Name: Virginia Tax Talent Acquisition Team

Phone: 804-786-3608

Email: hroffice@tax.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.