Section Chief (External Audit Manager 2)

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.

Who We Are

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through the following programs:

• Cash and Food Assistance
• Employment Services and Workforce Development
• Unemployment Insurance
• Adult Protective Services
• Child Support

Public service is an honorable way to serve the community in a hands-on dedicated way. You can make a difference in someones world!

Guiding Principles

• We will be a leader in customer satisfaction.
• We will have a reputation that attracts and retains talented diverse and dedicated employees.
• We get better at what we do every day.

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

ADA Notice

If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process please contact

Background check information

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Some positions may require drug testing and/or fingerprinting. Criminal convictions do not necessarily disqualify candidates from consideration.

Office of Fiscal and Monitoring Services

The Office of Fiscal and Monitoring Services (OFMS) Monitoring Services Division is responsible for providing risk management services for OFMS and ODJFS. The division manages risk through subrecipient and contractor monitoring. The division provides training technical assistance audit liaison services and resolution services. The division provides oversight for counties workforce local areas state agencies and others. Additionally the division manages the County Finance Information System (CFIS). Their services also include technical assistance and training for Ohios counties. Our focus is on efficient and effective business operations internal control and compliance. Learn more about the Office by visiting ODJFS OFMS webpage.

What You Will Do

In this position you manage the entire monitoring and consulting function for U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and U.S. Department of Agriculture programs. You also work closely with local agencies state-level program staff within ODJFS and two other State of Ohio agencies: the Department of Children and Youth and and the Department of Medicaid.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive monitoring and technical assistance strategy of county family service agencies (department of job and family services child support enforcement and public children services).
• Participate in risk assessments of all programs grants and financial and administrative functions for monitoring our county agencies.
• Plan direct and control monitoring projects within the overall strategic plan.
• Review and edit monitoring reports and present recommendations to appropriate management.
• Supervise lower-level managers and a team of professional auditors/monitors.
• Build collaboration across federal state and local stakeholders.
• Manage create and enhance processes and tools to improve effectiveness and efficiency.
• Make presentations and provide technical assistance.

Recommended Skills:

• Knowledge of federal grants management including U.S. Office of Management and Budgets Uniform Guidance Requirements cost principles and audit requirements.
• Knowledge of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and U.S. Department of Agriculture programs laws regulations and funding.
• A comprehensive understanding of audit and monitoring standards.
• Experience in supervising and managing professional audit/monitoring group.
• Strong organizing analytical planning problem-solving and communication skills.
• Strong leadership relationship management and customer service skills.

Challenges:

• Dealing with new grants and new program initiatives in a dynamic environment.
• Interpreting and understanding complex regulations.
• Ensuring stakeholder engagement with the monitoring process.
• Navigating challenging stakeholder interactions.
• Working with competing priorities.

Schedule: Full-time

Hours: Standard workdays are Monday through Friday. Hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Location: This position will be headquartered in an ODJFS Facility in one of the following cities - Columbus Akron or Dayton. This determination will take into account the proximity to the applicants home address.

Rhodes State Officer Tower - 30E Broad Street Columbus OH 43215
Akron - 172 S. Broadway Street Akron OH 44308
Dayton - 6680 Poe Avenue Dayton OH 45414

Travel: Occasional travel within the state of Ohio.

PN(s):

The ideal candidate at minimum must have the following:

Option 1:

• 12 months experience as External Audit Manager 1 66466.

Option 2:

• 8 years experience in auditing or accounting which must have included 4 years auditing experience in accordance with auditing standards or in accordance with prescribed management policies &/or procedures as specified in the agency position description.

• AND 3 years experience or 3 years training in supervisory principles/techniques.

Option 3:

• Completion of undergraduate core coursework in accounting business administration computer science or related field.

• AND 6 years experience in auditing or accounting which must have included 3 years auditing experience in accordance with auditing standards or in accordance with prescribed management policies &/or procedures as specified in the agency position description.

• AND 2 years experience or 2 years training in supervisory principles/techniques.

Option 4:

• Equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.

Tips For Your Application

When completing the different sections of this application be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your Work Experience and Education & Certifications if you do not provide that information in your online application. Information in attached resumes or cover letters must be entered into your application in the appropriate Work Experience or Education & Certification sections to be considered.

Pay Information

This position is in the State of Ohios E1 Pay Schedule Pay Range 15. Unless required by legislation or union contract starting salary will be the minimum salary of that pay range (step 1 currently $43.09per hour). These ranges provide a standardized pathway for pay increases. With continued employment new hires move to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Cost of Living Adjustments increase wages in these ranges each fiscal year. The current step progression wages are in the table below.