Tax collection is essential to funding the nation’s most vital programs and services. The work you’ll do not only funds federal, state, and local governments but also ensures our communities are safe, roads are maintained, and everything we hold dear, from forests to libraries to schools, is funded. At the IRS, our mission is to provide America’s taxpayers top quality service by helping them understand their tax responsibilities and enforce the law with integrity and fairness to all.

What You Can Expect as a Revenue Agent

Being an IRS Revenue Agent offers a unique blend of challenges and opportunities. With positions ranging from entry level to management, this role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and tax law to ensure compliance and equity in tax collection. The interaction with different taxpayers, from individuals to large corporations, provides a dynamic work environment and requires excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Revenue Agent Duties

As a Revenue Agent, you will use your skills in accounting to plan and conduct examinations or make determinations on various federal tax matters. These examinations may be performed in the field or in a centralized office setting,working with taxpayers, their representatives, certified public accountants, and taxattorneys. Your duties will vary based on the area you are assigned. Your cases may involve income, profits, estate, gift, excise and employment taxes for individual, corporation, partnership, trust, tax exempt and government entity returns.

Find your Fit

If your experience spans multiple career/grade levels, please apply to all for which you believe you qualify.

Benefits Matter

If you ask IRS employees whether federal benefits work for them, you’ll get a resounding yes! It is because of the tremendous flexibilities we offer. Don't hesitate to visit our benefits page for complete details, in the meantime, check out a snapshot of benefits specific to our Revenue Agent careers below.

Extensive Training

Revenue Agents receive thorough training, to help you prepare for success in your position. The IRS also offers continued professional education to keep your knowledge of the tax law sharp and your skills up to date.

Career Development

Revenue Agent positions offer a stable career path with the potential for advancement and development in various specialty areas of taxation and finance, in addition to roles in management and supporting training programs.

Work-Life Balance

In this role, you are guaranteed a steady schedule, including a 40- hour work week, allowing you to focus on mission critical work, while also taking care of you and yours. Add to that, extensive paid time off including 13 paid holidays and 26 days paid time off annually.

Comprehensive Benefits

Gain access to a comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision and dental, retirement, and paid parental leave. To help support you and your family, we also offer student loan repayment and childcare subsidy programs as well.

Diverse & Inclusive Culture

You'll be part of a team that values diverse perspectives and fosters an inclusive work environment. This is reflected in our equal opportunity employment practices and commitment to accessibility in the workplace.

Telework Opportunities

The Revenue Agent position affords hybrid work schedule or telework opportunities allowing most work to be performed from home, or the taxpayer’s place of business when working in the field.