State Program Examiner 1
#1866 - State Program Examiner 1
Assist in the performance audits of all state agencies, institutions, and authorities, directed at management effectiveness and efficiency, and program performance.As aState Program Examiner 1, you will evaluate systems and procedures for compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and contract terms; assess the efficiency and effectiveness of programs; assess whether funds are utilized in accordance with laws and regulations; and identify whether proper and effective controls are in place for areas under audit. Additionally, you will prepare audit work papers to document work and conclusions, prepare preliminary audit findings, discuss findings with auditee representatives, and participate in exit and entrance conferences.Position Summary:Item #: 04550Bargaining Unit: PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)Division: State Government AccountabilityBureau: State AuditJurisdictional Class: CompetitiveAppointment Type: Contingent-PermanentSalary Grade: 018Salary Range: $53,764-$85,138Employment Type: FULL TIMEOccupational Category: Financial, Accounting, AuditingNY HELPS: YesTravel Percentage: 5%Work Week: Monday - FridayWork Hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pmShift: DayMandatory Overtime: NoCompressed Workweek Allowed: YesTelecommuting Allowed: YesHow to Apply:To be considered for this position, you must create a candidate profile or log in to your profile and submit a clear, concise cover letter and resume stating how you meet the above minimum qualifications. Reference Item #04550-BEP on your cover letter for proper routing. Be sure to include a copy of any unofficial transcripts if there are educational requirements / minimum qualification substitutions for this position. Documents must be sent as unlocked and accessible attachments. Minimum Qualifications:Civil Service examinations are not required under the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) Program.Non-Competitive Qualifications for appointment under the NY HELPS Program:For appointment to a State Program Examiner Trainee 1, you must have:A bachelor's or graduate degree in accounting, business administration, business management, computer science, computer information systems, or related IT field; criminal justice, economics, engineering, finance, mathematics, public administration, public or community health, public policy, political science, or statistics.For appointment to a State Program Examiner Trainee 2, you must have:A bachelor's or graduate degree in accounting, business administration, business management, computer science, computer information systems, or related IT field; criminal justice, economics, engineering, finance, mathematics, public administration, public or community health, public policy, political science, or statistics and one year of professional accounting and/or auditing experience.ORA master's or doctoral degree in accounting, business administration, business management, criminal justice, economics, engineering, finance, mathematics, public administration, public or community health, public policy, political science, or statistics.For appointment to a State Program Examiner 1, you must have:A bachelor's or graduate degree in accounting, business administration, business management, computer science, computer information systems, or related IT field; criminal justice, economics, engineering, finance, mathematics, public administration, public or community health, public policy, political science, or statistics and two years of professional accounting and/or auditing experience.ORA master's or doctoral degree in accounting, business administration, business management, criminal justice, economics, engineering, finance, mathematics, public administration, public or community health, public policy, political science, or statistics and one year of professional accounting and/or auditing experience.Competitive Minimum Qualifications:You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title, eligible under the 55 b/c program, or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 52.6, 70.1, or 70.4 of the Civil Service Law.Transfer:For 70.1, 52.6, or 70.4 transfer to a State Program Examiner 1, salary grade (SG)-18, you must have one year of permanent competitive, or 55-b/55-c service in an approved title for transfer allocated to an SG-16 or above. SG-12 or above for a Trainee 1, SG-14 or above for a Trainee 2, depending on qualifications.To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website:Career Mobility Office » GOT-IT (ny.gov)Appointments via transfer must not result in a second, consecutive transfer with an advancement of more than two S-grades or one M-grade. Depending on qualifications, you may be required to serve a 1 or 2-year traineeship that leads to the full level SG-18 position.Preferred Qualifications/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong verbal and written communication skills.Strong capacity in auditing skills such as professional skepticism, persistence, creative thinking and risk taking.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Excellent interpersonal and team skills.Proficient in use of technology such as Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with audit software used by SGA.Knowledge of the NYS Comptroller’s Office and the Division of State Government Accountability.55b/55c Program Appointment:This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. For more information on this program, please visit the NYS Department of Civil Service website,55b/c Recruitment Resources Center (ny.gov)Traineeship Salary Information:The position may be filled at the State Program Examiner Trainee 1 equated to SG-14 ($53,764), State Program Examiner Trainee 2 equated to SG-16 ($59,994), or full performance State Program Examiner 1 SG-18 ($66,951) based on the candidate’s education, experience, and previous state service. Salary is nonnegotiable. Candidates hired at the trainee level will be advanced to the full performance State Program Examiner 1 SG-18 following successful completion of the traineeship. Contact Information:If you have questions about this vacancy, please contact:Division Contact:Kimberly [email protected] Resources Contact:Brittany Pebler(518) [email protected] Office of the State Comptroller does not participate in E-Verify or sponsor visa applications.TelecommutingThe Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency's mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee's primary residence location, duties and work performance are aligned with telecommuting they may be allowed to do so. Upon approval to telecommute, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period.Reasonable AccommodationThe NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.Equal Opportunity EmploymentThe Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
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Assist in the performance audits of all state agencies, institutions, and authorities, directed at management effectiveness and efficiency, and program performance.As aState Program Examiner 1, you will evaluate systems and procedures for compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and contract terms; assess the efficiency and effectiveness of programs; assess whether funds are utilized in accordance with laws and regulations; and identify whether proper and effective controls are in place for areas under audit. Additionally, you will prepare audit work papers to document work and conclusions, prepare preliminary audit findings, discuss findings with auditee representatives, and participate in exit and entrance conferences.Position Summary:Item #: 04550Bargaining Unit: PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)Division: State Government AccountabilityBureau: State AuditJurisdictional Class: CompetitiveAppointment Type: Contingent-PermanentSalary Grade: 018Salary Range: $53,764-$85,138Employment Type: FULL TIMEOccupational Category: Financial, Accounting, AuditingNY HELPS: YesTravel Percentage: 5%Work Week: Monday - FridayWork Hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pmShift: DayMandatory Overtime: NoCompressed Workweek Allowed: YesTelecommuting Allowed: YesHow to Apply:To be considered for this position, you must create a candidate profile or log in to your profile and submit a clear, concise cover letter and resume stating how you meet the above minimum qualifications. Reference Item #04550-BEP on your cover letter for proper routing. Be sure to include a copy of any unofficial transcripts if there are educational requirements / minimum qualification substitutions for this position. Documents must be sent as unlocked and accessible attachments. Minimum Qualifications:Civil Service examinations are not required under the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) Program.Non-Competitive Qualifications for appointment under the NY HELPS Program:For appointment to a State Program Examiner Trainee 1, you must have:A bachelor's or graduate degree in accounting, business administration, business management, computer science, computer information systems, or related IT field; criminal justice, economics, engineering, finance, mathematics, public administration, public or community health, public policy, political science, or statistics.For appointment to a State Program Examiner Trainee 2, you must have:A bachelor's or graduate degree in accounting, business administration, business management, computer science, computer information systems, or related IT field; criminal justice, economics, engineering, finance, mathematics, public administration, public or community health, public policy, political science, or statistics and one year of professional accounting and/or auditing experience.ORA master's or doctoral degree in accounting, business administration, business management, criminal justice, economics, engineering, finance, mathematics, public administration, public or community health, public policy, political science, or statistics.For appointment to a State Program Examiner 1, you must have:A bachelor's or graduate degree in accounting, business administration, business management, computer science, computer information systems, or related IT field; criminal justice, economics, engineering, finance, mathematics, public administration, public or community health, public policy, political science, or statistics and two years of professional accounting and/or auditing experience.ORA master's or doctoral degree in accounting, business administration, business management, criminal justice, economics, engineering, finance, mathematics, public administration, public or community health, public policy, political science, or statistics and one year of professional accounting and/or auditing experience.Competitive Minimum Qualifications:You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title, eligible under the 55 b/c program, or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 52.6, 70.1, or 70.4 of the Civil Service Law.Transfer:For 70.1, 52.6, or 70.4 transfer to a State Program Examiner 1, salary grade (SG)-18, you must have one year of permanent competitive, or 55-b/55-c service in an approved title for transfer allocated to an SG-16 or above. SG-12 or above for a Trainee 1, SG-14 or above for a Trainee 2, depending on qualifications.To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website:Career Mobility Office » GOT-IT (ny.gov)Appointments via transfer must not result in a second, consecutive transfer with an advancement of more than two S-grades or one M-grade. Depending on qualifications, you may be required to serve a 1 or 2-year traineeship that leads to the full level SG-18 position.Preferred Qualifications/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong verbal and written communication skills.Strong capacity in auditing skills such as professional skepticism, persistence, creative thinking and risk taking.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Excellent interpersonal and team skills.Proficient in use of technology such as Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with audit software used by SGA.Knowledge of the NYS Comptroller’s Office and the Division of State Government Accountability.55b/55c Program Appointment:This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. For more information on this program, please visit the NYS Department of Civil Service website,55b/c Recruitment Resources Center (ny.gov)Traineeship Salary Information:The position may be filled at the State Program Examiner Trainee 1 equated to SG-14 ($53,764), State Program Examiner Trainee 2 equated to SG-16 ($59,994), or full performance State Program Examiner 1 SG-18 ($66,951) based on the candidate’s education, experience, and previous state service. Salary is nonnegotiable. Candidates hired at the trainee level will be advanced to the full performance State Program Examiner 1 SG-18 following successful completion of the traineeship. Contact Information:If you have questions about this vacancy, please contact:Division Contact:Kimberly [email protected] Resources Contact:Brittany Pebler(518) [email protected] Office of the State Comptroller does not participate in E-Verify or sponsor visa applications.TelecommutingThe Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency's mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee's primary residence location, duties and work performance are aligned with telecommuting they may be allowed to do so. Upon approval to telecommute, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period.Reasonable AccommodationThe NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.Equal Opportunity EmploymentThe Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
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