Auditor I - DenverPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4635393) ApplyAuditor I - DenverSalary$54,960.00 - $63,192.00 AnnuallyLocation Denver, COJob TypeFull TimeJob NumberHAA-50003850 - 08/24DepartmentDepartment of TransportationOpening Date09/03/2024Closing Date9/17/2024 11:59 PM MountainFLSADetermined by PositionType of AnnouncementThis position is open only to Colorado state residents.Primary Physical Work Address2829 W. Howard Pl Denver, CO 80204FLSA StatusNon-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.Department Contact InformationLynn Livingston LynnR.Livingston@state.co.us 303-757-9110How To ApplyPlease submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
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Department InformationThis position is only open to Colorado state residents.This position is covered by the Partnership Agreement between the State of Colorado and Colorado Workers for Innovative and New Solutions (COWins).New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year. About CDOT Do you want to make a difference in Coloradans’ lives? Do you have a passion for helping people and keeping them safe? At the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), you’ll have the opportunity to do just that. The work our people do contributes to keeping Coloradans and visitors safe and provides freedom, connection, and experience through travel. Please visit our careers page (https://www.codot.gov/topcontent/employment/overview.html) to learn about CDOT and how we are making Colorado a great place to live, work and play, now and for the future! Also, check out our excellent benefits (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits) package! CDOT for AllCDOT’s strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive. Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program . For more information, go to https://studentaid.gov/pslf/ The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill one or more positions. #LI-POST Description of JobAbout the Work UnitThe Auditor I works in the Colorado Department of Transportation's (CDOT's) Internal Audit Unit. The Unit exists to fulfill the statutory requirement of CRS 43-1-106(12) for the Audit Division to conduct internal audits on the Department to determine efficiency and effectiveness of operations; financial audits in order to ensure the financial integrity of the Department; internal audits on persons entering into contracts with the department, as deemed necessary or advisable by the commission; federally required audits as are delegated to the commission or the department to perform; and other audits the Executive Director may deem necessary.About the PositionUnder supervision of senior staff, the Auditor I performs all aspects of planning and fieldwork for assigned Audit Division projects and activities, including completing work programs, reviewing and analyzing data, records, and information, preparing working papers that meet Audit Division and other applicable standards, concluding on results, and drafting findings and/or recommendations.The Audit Division’s work programs and working papers must comply with applicable standards, which may include Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), and federal and state requirements as appropriate. In addition, the Audit Division’s projects or activities often include technical and sensitive issues that involve the resolution of complex problems and reconciliation of differing viewpoints.Major duties and responsibilities:Under supervision of a supervisor or senior staff performs the following:
Compiles evidence relating to the project’s objectives that is relevant and sufficient to support the conclusions reached.
Analyzes data to identify trends and potential issues.
Develops workpapers that are complete, clear, and accurate.
Addresses each program step by detailing work performed and conclusions reached including supporting documentation, such as analysis, memorandums of conversations, photographs, reports, etc.
Identifies findings and/or exceptions and ensures that elements of a finding are addressed in the workpapers, which include condition, criteria, cause, effect, and recommendation.
Performs an effective quality control check of work performed prior to submission for review.
Addresses coaching notes timely and completely.
Meets with senior staff regularly to discuss work plan and to provide project status updates.
Continues to familiarize oneself with, and gain an understanding of, the Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) issued by the Government Accountability Office, AICPA Attestation Standards, AASHTO Audit Guide, and the CDOT Audit Division Manual, and applies standards to work performed as applicable.
Becomes familiar with, and identifies possible impairments to, independence and objectivity and if necessary, discusses these impairments with the Internal Audit Manager for corrective actions.
Assists in the development of a work program to perform each project in compliance with Audit Division policy and applicable standards. Work programs support the scope of work performed, define audit objectives and the procedures required to achieve the objectives, and are approved prior to beginning fieldwork or when the program needs to be revised.
Develops an understanding of processes and applicable criteria to detect areas of risk, advise regarding compensating controls or necessary adjustments, and /or help negotiate solutions to issues.
With assistance, drafts procedures that achieve project objectives by ascertaining relevant criteria; comprehending business processes and the supporting accounting; designing tests that provide evidence of actual conditions relative to selected criteria; and developing sampling plans in instances where less than 100 percent of data can be tested.
If applicable, participates in entrance and exit conferences with CDOT management and any other applicable external parties. The purpose of exit conferences are to communicate and discuss the project’s plan and/or the results/conclusions reached and any findings and recommendations.
If applicable, reviews and evaluates responses to recommendations to ensure management addresses the risks identified.
Drafts results in reports that are objective, clear, concise, constructive, and timely, and are fully supported by work performed and documented.
If applicable, conducts post project follow up to determine if CDOT management adequately implemented recommendations to address audit recommendations.
Complies with GAGAS standards regarding continuing professional education (CPE) requirements.
Maintains and remains in good standing for any professional certification obtained.
Continually obtains current knowledge of statutes, regulations, policies, procedures, accounting, and auditing standards related to the activities performed in the Audit Division to answer technical inquiries of CDOT personnel, clarify, counsel, and advise on CDOT’s interpretations of such, and to continuously improve the Audit Division.
Participates in special projects or other duties as assigned, such as CDOT executive management or Audit Division director requested audits/reviews, or complaints made via the State Auditor’s hotline.
Other job duties as assigned.
Work Environment:
Primarily daytime work hours Monday - Friday.
In-state travel, although infrequent, may be required.
Required to drive CDOT vehicles.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal RightsMinimum QualificationsExperience Only:
Five (5) years of professional work experience in auditing, accounting, finance, or an area closely related to the major job duties.
OREducation and Experience:A combination of relevant education and experience equal to at least five (5) years.
Education from an accredited college or university with coursework in auditing, accounting, finance, or a field closely related to the major job duties will be considered.
Experience with a primary focus on auditing, accounting, finance, or an area closely related to the major job duties will be considered.
Substitutions:
Current, valid licensure as a CPA from the Colorado Board of Accountancy or current, valid CIA certificate will substitute for five years (5) of education or experience.If substituting a CPA license or CIA certificate, please attach a copy to your online application.
Please Note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. “See Resume” statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.College Transcripts: If you are using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or a foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show your name, the name of the school, all coursework and degree(s) conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have been assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Credential evaluation reports must be official. Failure to provide a transcript or or official credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.Conditions of Employment
Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section.
A current valid driver license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position.
Preferred QualificationsThe exceptional applicant will possess proven ability or accomplishment in the following:
Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section;
Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position;
Highest work/personal ethics and integrity;
Familiarity with, or experience applying Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO), Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR);
Strong reasoning, investigative, analytical, research and problem-solving skills and experience;
Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy;
Excellent written and oral communication skills including presentation skills;
Strong time and project management skills, including prioritization.
Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and projects in a demanding environment;
Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments;
Ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner;
Ability to work with a variety of stakeholders with sensitivity to their needs, priorities, promises made and commitments;
Effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills;
Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations;
Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Acrobat Reader, PowerPoint), Gmail and Google Applications, SAP, TeamMate and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.
Supplemental InformationApplicant Checklist Complete Applications must include the following documents:
A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement)
A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.)
A cover letterthat describes your interest in this position, how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position.Cover letters must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application.Cover letters will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement.
A detailed chronological resume. Resumes must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application.
If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing your name, the name of the school, all coursework, and degree(s) conferred, or your NACES accreditation.Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
Please note that you may redact information on your attachments that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit all application materials by the announcement close date. Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts, they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected.Notifications:All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email. Include your current working email address on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email. Immediately after you submit your application you should receive an email that confirms that you successfully submitted an application for this position. If you do not, try submitting again until you receive the confirmation email. Be sure to also check your junk folder for email communications from the State of Colorado's website.The Hiring Process:
All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.
Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
Part, or all, of the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.
Be sure your application materials specifically address your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the Major Duties, Minimum Qualifications, and Preferred Qualifications sections as listed above. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the deadline for application may result in your application not being accepted for this position and may affect your inclusion as a qualified candidate in any step of the selection process and placement on the eligible list.
A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.
Transfer, Non-Disciplinary Demotion or Reinstatement If you believe that you are eligible to be considered as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement to this vacancy, you must submit a completed application following the directions in this job announcement and you will be included in the selection process along with other qualified applicants. If you are the finalist for this position after the selection process, Human Resources will confirm your eligibility to be appointed as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement applicant. Employment ScreeningIf an applicant reaches the finalist stage of the hiring process, the Colorado Department of Transportation may procure a consumer report and/or investigative consumer report on the applicant in connection with his/her application for employment purposes, as defined under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. These reports may be obtained at any time after receipt of the applicant's authorization. As part of the employment screening an applicant will be requested to disclose any deferred judgments and convictions as well as an explanation of the circumstances around any arrest or conviction. In the event that a screening returns information that the applicant believes is not accurate, he or she will have an opportunity to dispute the information with “Info Cubic”.Info Cubic, a consumer reporting agency, will obtain the report for CDOT. Further information regarding Info Cubic, LLC, including its privacy policy, may be found online atwww.InfoCubic.com. Info Cubic is located at 116 Inverness Drive East, Suite 206, Englewood, CO 80112, and can be reached at877.360.4636.The report may contain information bearing on the applicant's character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and mode of living. The information that may be included in the report includes:social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records checks, educational records, and driving records checks. CDOT will only request credit reports insofar as they relate to the position for which the applicant is applying. The information contained in the report will be obtained from private and/or public record sources. The applicant will have the right, upon written request made within a reasonable time after receipt of a notice, to request disclosure of the nature and scope of any investigative consumer report.Appeal RightsIf you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpastate.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action. For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board go tospb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at 303.866.3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, atspb.colorado.govunder Rules.Equity, Diversity, and InclusionThe State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.Discrimination and/or harassment against any person is prohibited because of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran’s status, marital status, gender identity or any other protected class recognized under the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA). This applies to all employment decisions.ADAAA Accommodations CDOT is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Lynn Livingston at LynnR.Livingsotn@state.co.us or call 303-757-9110Former State EmployeesFormer employees of the Colorado Department of Transportation System or any other State of Colorado Department or Agency, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on his/her application.LL (SAP #50003850/PCR #57951)The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.01 If you are a current or previous State of Colorado employee, please list your Employee Identification Number (EID), dates of employment, and classifications for all State of Colorado Departments or institutes of Higher Education for which you have worked. Your EID begins with 997 and is nine digits long. Please do not enter your Social Security Number. If not, please state "N/A". 02 If using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or an official foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Unofficial copies of transcripts are acceptable, but they must show the name of the school, your name, all coursework and degree(s) conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have been assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service and must be official. Failure to provide a transcript or official foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position. Have you included your transcript(s) or official credential evaluation report as an attachment to your application? If not, you may go back and do so now.
Yes, I am using education to qualify and have attached my transcript(s) or official credential evaluation report to my application.
No, I have not attached transcripts to my application because I am using experience to meet the minimum qualifications.
I have requested my transcripts from my college/university and will email them to LynnR.Livingston@state.co.us within 5 business days of the close date of the job announcement.
No, I have not attached transcripts, because I am subsituting a Colorado CPA license or CIA certificate for the degree/experience and have attached a copy of my license or certificate to my application.
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A cover letter and chronological resume are required. Cover letters and resumes must be uploaded as attachments to your online application. These documents will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement. Did you attach a cover letter and chronological resume to your application? If not, you may go back and do so now. Please note: The education, experience, abilities, and accomplishments listed in this announcement have been identified as critical to successful performance in this position. Your cover letter should address your interest in and qualifications for this job with CDOT. Please be specific and detailed in describing experience, abilities, and accomplishments as they relate to this position's requirements and major duties as described in the announcement.
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If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application. Did you attach a copy of your DD214 to your application? If not, you may go back and do so now.
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Have you been subject to disciplinary action in the last three years of your work experience? If so, please provide details of that disciplinary action. If not, please state "N/A".
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Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position. If this does not apply to you, please put "N/A".
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We are a federal contractor or subcontractor required by law to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We are also required to measure our progress toward having at least 7% of our workforce be individuals with disabilities. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had a disability. Because a person may become disabled at any time, we ask all of our employees to update their information at least every five years. Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer will be maintained confidentially and not be seen by selecting officials or anyone else involved in making personnel decisions. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way, regardless of whether you have self-identified in the past. For more information about this form or the equal employment obligations of federal contractors under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, visit the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp. You are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition. Disabilities include, but are not limited to: Autism Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, or HIV/AIDS Blind or low vision Cancer Cardiovascular or heart disease Celiac disease Cerebral palsy Deaf or hard of hearing Depression or anxiety Diabetes Epilepsy Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, or irritable bowel syndrome Intellectual disability Missing limbs or partially missing limbs Nervous system condition for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson's disease, or Multiple sclerosis (MS) Psychia
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