Financial Monitor

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Financial Monitor

Salary

$68,100.00 - $90,708.00 Annually

Location

Denver, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

KAA 1450 Auditor III 5.24

Department

Department of Labor and Employment

Division

Executive Director's Office

Opening Date

05/17/2024

Closing Date

6/10/2024 5:00 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

633 17th Street Denver, CO.

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

chris.mcgill@state.co.us

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO ONLY

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL

5:00 PM MONDAY, JUNE 10, 2024.

This is a grant funded position expected to start in

MAY 2024 and expire in DECEMBER 2025.

The individual hired for this position will be required to sign a waiver of retention rights.

This position will have remote and hybrid workplace

with 3 days remote and 2 days in the office.

The Department of Labor and Employment keeps Colorado strong and competitive. We connect workers with great jobs and assist those who have been injured on the job. We help people who are unemployed through no fault of their own by providing temporary wage replacement and we ensure fair labor practices. We provide an up-to-date and accurate picture of the economy that helps in decision making. And we protect the workplace – and Colorado communities – with a variety of consumer protection and safety programs.

This is a values-driven organization, committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect. We believe in outstanding customer service, an inclusive culture, continued process improvement and in our role as a trusted and strategic partner. Recognizing that knowledgeable employees drive our success, we are seeking dedicated individuals who exhibit our shared values and our passion for quality and excellence in all we do.

In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer excellent benefits (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits) :

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan (https://www.copera.org/) plus 401(k) and 457 plans

• Medical and dental health plans (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits)

• Employer supplemented Health Savings Account (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/hsa)

• Paid life insurance

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave

• BenefitHub (https://stateofcolorado.benefithub.com/) state employee discount program

• MotivateMe employee wellness program

• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more

• Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces

• RTD Eco-Pass Commuter Program

  Our agency website: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (https://www.colorado.gov/cdle)

  CDLE has implemented a pilot program on March 1st, 2022 which will award Disability Hiring Preference Points similar to the Veterans’ Preference Points program. During your application process you will be asked if you would like to be considered for either of these programs for additional points in the hiring process. To learn more about Disability Hiring Preference and what will be required to participate, please visit our website: https://sites.google.com/state.co.us/disability-hiring-preference/home

  PLEASE NOTE: With the beginning of this program, CDLE will no longer accept attachments of any kind with applications. Please be as thorough as possible in documenting your education and work history in the application system. Attachments will not be accepted or considered during any phase of the hiring process including minimum qualification screening, comparative analysis, or interviews.

Description of Job

The salary for this position is:

$32.74 - $43.61 Hourly

$2,619.23 - $3,488.77 Biweekly

$5,675.00 - $7,559.00 Monthly

$68,100.00 - $90,708.00 Annually

The Colorado Department of Labor & Employment (CDLE) Financial Monitoring Unit is comprised of a Financial Monitoring Unit manager, two financial monitors and one financial/programmatic monitor, and exists to conduct monitoring activities in the following areas:

• Internal Controls - determine whether internal controls are sufficient to reasonably safeguard federal and state resources including procurement cards issued to CDLE employees

• Compliance - determine if funds have been expended in a manner consistent with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, policies, and contract provisions

• Disallowed Costs - minimize CDLE & state’s liability for disallowed costs

• Process Improvement - determine if resources have been managed economically and efficiently

• Results - determine if desired program results have been achieved.

  The Financial Monitoring Unit, through objective and independent analysis of financial, administrative and programmatic processes, assists the Executive Director’s Office Internal Services Business Administrations and department division’s program and fiscal management in the efficient and effective delivery of services, fulfillment of its mission and pursuit of its vision, priorities and goals. Monitoring objectives and the required monitoring standards vary for the types of monitoring performed. The Financial Monitoring Unit provides technical assistance and recommendations to the department and specific programs and works with external auditors and monitors, sub-grantees and sub-recipients.

  This position is responsible for establishing and performing formal audit plans and monitors Federal and State level programs special initiatives and other grants operated by the State of Colorado through the Department of Labor and Employment.

  This position performs financial, administrative and programmatic oversight and compliance monitoring of the CDLE subrecipients to ensure the integrity and soundness of financial, administrative and programmatic systems in accordance with statutory and regulatory requirements, so as to minimize the CDLE’s and the State of Colorado’s liability for cost disallowances; and provide for and meet the statutory and regulatory requirements of the Single Audit Act and the U.S. Office of Management & Budget (OMB) Uniform Guidance that requires timely and appropriate resolution of subrecipient audits. This position provides technical assistance and training to CDLE staff and subrecipients/contractors on statewide compliance, financial, and audit requirements; and may defend and/or testify on behalf of the State, as needed, in administrative law judge hearings as a result of monitoring or audit appeals. Additionally, this position acts as a primary point of contact for CDLE staff and external partners and stakeholders with interaction related to questioned costs, allowability, and other necessary technical guidance. This position communicates with the US Department of Labor and other funders regarding monitoring and monitoring responses, technical assistance, etc. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Class Code & Classification Description:

H8D4XX AUDITOR III (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BwUD9Bt4G-21V2wzY1B3eExFbjg/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-gLMSyi049C0SiMbld8HhSQ)

Substitutions:

Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Current, valid licensure as a CPA from the Colorado Board of Accountancy or current, valid CIA certificate will substitute for the degree requirement and one year of the required experience.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to the work assignment.

AND

Three years of professional experience in any combination of the following: government, administering or auditing federal or state level grant programs, experience with financial monitoring/auditing

Preferred Qualifications:

• Auditing federal and state level programs and special initiatives or grant program using Single Audit Act and US office of Management & Budget Uniform Guidance

• Experience Providing Training or technical assistance to grant recipients

• Experience with American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant administration

  Required Competencies:

Communication- Comfortable articulating complex information to a wide audience in writing and verbally, and can do so effectively and in a timely manner. This includes report writing, presentation skills.

Complex Problem Solving - Is able to distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information, and use sound reasoning to arrive at data-driven decisions. Approaches work with a collaborative, customer-centered mindset.

Driving Results- Ability to meet organizational goals as well as customer expectations. Ability to coordinate several competing priorities within strict time constraints and ensure effective performance.

Critical Thinking- Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Takes initiative in identifying existing and potential challenges. Confidently considers solutions and presents options to management.

Judgment and Decision Making - Consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. Monitoring process standards demand the appropriate application of professional skepticism.

Transparency and Accountability - Embraces government transparency and accountability to program service recipients and the general public.

Customer service orientation- Has a positive attitude and is eager to help when working with a customer. It also means demonstrating a willingness to provide the customer with the best service possible.

Relationship Management - Ability to build and maintain relationships with others including colleagues, key stakeholders, customers, regardless of position and authority, to ensure effective service delivery.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be a Colorado resident at time of application.

• You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment which will include the E-Verify process and fingerprinting

• Travel is required for this position and may include areas of the state where public transportation is not readily available and overnight stays.

• This is a grant funded position expected to start in May 2024 and end December 2025, the selected candidate will be required to sign a waiver of retention rights

  Appeal Rights:

  An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director. As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

  Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department’s action.

  For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules .

Supplemental Information

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact:chris.mcgill@state.co.us

Minimum Qualification Screening

A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application,CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process.

Comparative Analysis Process – Structured Application Review

After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit with your application materials. Therefore, it is extremely important to document in the work experience/job duties portion of your online application the extent to which you possess the education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. It is also important to thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this

Supplemental Questions

Answer the supplemental questions on the application completely and thoughtfully. Your answers may be rated based on your writing ability (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing) as well as the content of your answer.

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE VACANCIES

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Sean Montoya, at sean.montoya@state.co.us . Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For all other inquiries about this recruitment effort, please call 303-318-8200.

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.

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I acknowledge the comparative analysis process for this position will consist of a review of the information contained within my application/job duty statements and that any attachments will not be included during the minimum qualification screening or application review. The structured application review/numerical scoring of my application will be based on the content listed in the job duty statements, the preferred qualifications, required competencies, and answers to supplemental questions. My responses to the supplemental questions will be scored based on my ability to follow instructions and provide detailed, clear and concise answers to each question.

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• No

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  I understand that this is a grant funded position expected to start in May 2024 and end on December 30, 2025. I understand that I will be expected to sign a waiver of retention rights.

• Yes

• No

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  Describe your experience with the Office of Management and Budget Uniform Guidance

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  Describe your understanding around internal controls.

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  Describe your experience in learning new legislation. Please give specific examples.

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  Provide an example of a difficult monitoring/audit. Identify the issue, the steps you took to resolve the issue and the outcome.

  Required Question

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