The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is a diverse team of passionate, education-focused professionals responsible for overseeing and enhancing the quality of education for each of Ohio’s 1.7 million students. The Department provides the resources and supports essential to raising student achievement and accelerating learning opportunities, advancing the connectivity between K-12 and postsecondary learning, creating programs to support and expand workforce experiences, and ensuring students have the necessary supports to be ready each day to learn.

As the governing body responsible for overseeing and enhancing the quality of education within the State of Ohio, the Department of Education and Workforce is dedicated to promoting educational excellence and ensuring equal access to learning opportunities for all students. The Department is committed to collaborating with schools, districts, educators, students, families, businesses, nonprofits and all stakeholders to achieve our educational goals.

Works under the direction of the External Audit Manager 2 within the Office of Grants Administration (OGA) – EXM Unit:

·Assists with annual Risk Analysis process, determination of monitoring objective & scope and selection of grantees for review;

·Completes an external audit plan for review and approval by the External Audit Manager 2;

·Supervises external auditors assigned to the OGA-EXM Unit:

oPlans & schedules subrecipient monitoring (SRM) reviews,

oReviews work assignments completed by external audit staff by conducting final reviews of all SRM work that is documented in the compliance/monitoring applications which includes memos, issues/action plans documented, and PCR/FER adjustments & reclassifications;

oJustifies audit recommendations;

oAdjusts audit procedures to accommodate complex or unexpected audit situations;

oAnswers questions related to complex issues of cost auditing & interpretation of applicable federal or state regulations & fiscal requirements;

oConfers with staff concerning problems &/or emphasis of SRM reviews;

oDevelops & implements policies & procedures & standards for unit;

oCoordinates audit functions with other agencies;

oFormulates & implements monitoring policy & procedures impacting monitoring practices & procedures, quality management &/or technical assistance to Local Education Agencies (LEA) &/or providers under audit jurisdiction of assigned state agency;

oCoordinates and oversees the single audit work assigned to the EXM staff;

oEnsures the department completes the reviews timely;

oSigns-off on the single audit issues and monitors management decision communication;

oProvides consultation, training, and technical assistance regarding general financial management, reporting, fiscal controls and other accounting or fiscal issues.

Reports & provides information to management & appropriate officials of instances of possible fraud;

·Coordinates activities of audits & investigations from other federal & state audit & investigatory agencies;

·Assists in preparation of cases for administrative hearings & litigations;

·Prepares & delivers training to DEW program staff, outside agencies, providers & lower- level external auditors (e.g., identifies training needs; conducts conferences, meetings, seminars & training sessions on audit procedures & programs).

Performs other related duties as assigned:

·Represents department in meetings with LEAs;

·Handles sensitive issues (e.g., identification & investigation of improper procedures, discrepancies in reported cost &/or statistics & any recommended changes & /or improvements in procedures to ensure future compliance is within the state & federal laws, rules & regulation reimbursement programs being audited);

·Conducts &/ or attends entrance & exit conferences with representatives of office;

·Assists in writing program reimbursement rules & represents department at legislative hearings on rule filings;

·Operates personal computer & associated software applications (e.g., word processor; mainframe databases & spreadsheets) to store & retrieve data, produce statistical, financial & narrative reports & correspondence;

·Responds to written & telephone inquiries;

·Attends conferences, departmental meetings & seminars

Unusual Working Conditions: Requires travel throughout State of Ohio and may require overnight stay.(Must be willing and able to secure a valid driver’s license OR supply your own transportation.)

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 our Total 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.

Completion of undergraduate core coursework in accounting, business administration; computer science or related field; 4 yrs. exp. in auditing or accounting which must have included 2 yrs. auditing exp. in accordance with auditing standards or in accordance with prescribed management policies &/or procedures as specified on agency position description; 2 yrs. exp. as audit team lead or auditor in charge.

-Or 6 yrs. exp. in auditing or accounting which must have included 3 yrs. auditing exp. in accordance with auditing standards or in accordance with prescribed management policies &/or procedures as specified on agency position description; 2 yrs. exp. as audit team lead or auditor in charge.

-Or 12 mos. exp. as External Auditor 3, 66463.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check as well as other investigative reviews. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position, unless restricted under state or federal law or federal restrictions. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

The final applicant for this position will be required to submit urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to an appointment. The State will decline to extend a final offer of employment to any applicant with a verified positive test result. Also, an applicant with a positive test result will not be considered for any position with the State of Ohio for a period of one year.

The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that values diversity and seeks talented individuals from diverse backgrounds. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class. Questions or concerns about this should be directed to the Office of Human Resources (human.resources@education.ohio.gov).

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.