Program Consultant Senior, Fraud-Compliance Division, W3353

Title: Program Consultant Senior, Fraud-Compliance Division, W3353

State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist II

Hiring Range: $73,000 - $83,000, commensurate with experience

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of Social Services

Location: DSS HOME OFFICE

Agency Website: dss.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

At the Virginia Department of Social Services, we put people at the center of everything we do. We believe that every Virginian can live a life of dignity and that all voices, ideas and experiences contribute greatly to our pursuit of excellence. Inspired by continuous improvement, we commit ourselves to listening, learning and cultivating environments of trust, respect and positive engagement. Together, we are mission-driven, eager to achieve, and passionate about bringing the best of who we are to those we serve.

We design and deliver high-quality human services that help Virginians achieve safety, independence and overall well-being. We are a $2 billion agency – one of the largest in the Commonwealth of Virginia – partnering with 120 local departments of social services and 31 community action agencies, along with faith-based and non-profit organizations, to promote the well-being of children, adults, and families statewide. We proudly serve alongside 1,650 (state) and 12,200 (local) human services professionals throughout the Social Services System, who ensure that thousands of Virginia’s most vulnerable citizens have easy access to the services and benefits available to them.

In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDSS offers excellent health and life insurance benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded Short and Long Term Disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching – Employee Benefits.

About The Position:

The Program Consultant Senior for the Compliance Division is responsible for administration of Fraud Investigations through analysis and interpretation of state and federal laws and regulations. Supervision of statewide operations to maintain state and federal compliance related to Fraud; and will provide direct support to the local departments of social services through the compliance division in the state Department of Social Services.

Key areas of responsibility included: communication and collaboration, fraud investigation, case management, policy guidance and program administration, training and development, and data systems and technical support.

Minimum Qualifications

Must have demonstrated:

• Ability to communicate, negotiate, and advise on matters that are highly complex and sensitive in nature.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to fraud as it relates to human services programs and state budget development and monitoring.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with colleagues, decision-makers and stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of investigative policy and procedures; public assistance programs; legal proceedings; collection methods; program policies and regulations; fraud-related terminology; basic human behavior; social problems and resources; and databases and reports related to public assistance and fraud programs.
• Analytical skills to include gathering and analyzing data for significance and trends; and manipulating data contained in financial systems into clear, concise management report. To include experience using a computerized tracking system for storage and retrieval of information or data.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with colleagues, decision-makers and stakeholders.

Experience coordinating and managing complex projects and assignments with minimal supervision.

Additional Considerations

Relevant knowledge of or experience in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related area that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Special Instructions

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