Education Field Auditor

Date Posted: Apr 16, 2024

Requisition ID: 442286

Location:

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.

About the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE):

The Indiana Department of Education provides innovative support to Indiana schools, teachers, students, and parents. We proactively work with educators, policymakers, business leaders, and community-based organizations to build student success. Our strategic priorities include:

• Delivering quality, purposeful educational opportunities for each student

• Elevating and supporting Indiana’s educators

• Increasing partnerships and delivering aligned, effective, and efficient support

  Salary:

  This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $59,800. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.

  Role Overview:

  The Field Auditor performs discovery audits of various educational entities to ensure compliance with federal, state, and agency regulations. You will examine and evaluate records, provide exit interviews, and create written audit letters that include summary data.

  This position requires travel within a designated service area. Mileage is reimbursed if using a personal vehicle.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Perform audits to determine if a program is operating within the scope of applicable State law.

• Perform audits as assigned by reviewing various records as they pertain to the assigned functions.

• Prepare current ratio and balance sheet reports on licensed firms as assigned by completing an audit of the firm’s business records and confirming balances.

• Submit written and oral reports of audit findings to the agency.

• Assist and service various entities in the license application process as assigned.

• Provide the Director and the agency with recommendations of business status and solvency.

• Compile information for potential criminal prosecution.

• Testify as necessary at legal proceedings as a field auditor.

• Represent the agency in business relations within the state.

  The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• Knowledge and skills typically acquired through a bachelor’s degree, related academic training and relevant work experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree where appropriate.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Ability to comprehend and interpret applicable state and federal regulations.

• Specialized knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting, business management, and economics.

• Ability to use computers and familiarity with basic data entry, word processing and spreadsheet software.

• Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple projects.

• Ability to work independently and with others as needed.

• Maintain all applicable safety policies and procedures.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license.

• Ability to travel extensively within the state with some nights away from home to conduct audits.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

• Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities

• Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match

• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

• 150 hours of paid new parent leave

• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

• Education Reimbursement Program

• Group life insurance

• Referral Bonus program

• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Free Parking for most positions

• Free LinkedIn Learning access

  Equal Employment Opportunity:

  The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.

  If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected] .

  The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.

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