INSPECTOR SPECIALIST - SES - 65000546

State of Florida • Tallahassee, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Inspector Specialist is a professional position in the Florida Department of Elder Affairs’ Office of Inspector General. The role assists with and conducts audits, investigations, management reviews, and consulting services for the department. This is not a teleworking position; the incumbent must report to the DOEA office in the area served. The advertised salary is $47,668.08 annually ($3,972.34 monthly).

The role handles complaint intake and documentation, investigative and audit work, administrative operations, records and correspondence, and follow-up on audit recommendations. It also serves as the OIG Property Custodian and Public Records Custodian and assists the Investigations Accreditation Manager as needed.

Requirements

• Knowledge of investigations, accounting, auditing, data collection and/or analysis, computer hardware/software, and information systems analysis.
• Ability to collect, evaluate, and analyze data; use problem-solving techniques; and plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to conduct audits, investigations, and other accountability activities.
• Ability to organize data into logical formats for reports, documents, and other written materials.
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Adobe Pro.
• Successful completion of a Level 2 Criminal History Background Check is required for selected applicants.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Professional experience in accounting, investigations, auditing (including Information Systems Technology audits), data analysis, or contracts and grants.
• Professional certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Inspector General Auditor (CIGA), Certified Inspector General Investigator (CIGI), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).

Responsibilities

• Intake and document complaints concerning department employee misconduct or attempts by department employees, contractors, or subcontractors to obtain benefits to which they are not entitled.
• Perform analytical tasks supporting the detection, deterrence, and investigation of misconduct, contract fraud, and other complaints; document results appropriately.
• Complete reports, case updates, and case closures in accordance with office policies and management direction.
• Prepare complete and accurate documentation of work performed.
• Conduct independent and objective quality assurance and consulting activities, audits, special projects, and reviews of department operations.
• Evaluate risk management, internal controls, and governance processes using a systematic audit approach.
• Prepare, research, and design evaluations of programs, systems, controls, policies, procedures, and other functions using audit and analytical techniques.
• Analyze supporting evidence, draw logical conclusions, and develop findings and recommendations.
• Monitor implementation of agency responses to internal and external audit findings and recommendations.
• Conduct six- and eighteen-month follow-up reviews of internal and external audit engagements and report on corrective-action status.
• Perform OIG administrative duties involving fiscal matters, personnel, purchasing, and property control.
• Represent the office in telephone and in-person interactions with agency staff, stakeholders, and the public.
• Process office correspondence and maintain correspondence-tracking systems; prepare reports and correspondence to established standards.
• Review written products for consistency of style, grammar, spelling, and readability; file and track reports and other documents as directed.
• Serve as the designated OIG Property Custodian and Public Records Custodian.
• Copy documents, redact protected or confidential information, and report billable hours and reproduction quantities associated with requests.
• Assist the Investigations Accreditation Manager as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• State group health insurance coverage.
• Employer-paid $25,000 life insurance policy.
• Dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options.
• Annual and sick leave benefits.
• Ten paid holidays each year.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers for State of Florida community colleges, colleges, and universities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed