Special Assistant (working title: Auditor) - VID 179915

Description

Duties Description

The holder of this position will serve as the Auditor in the ILS Grants Unit, reporting to Assistant Counsel. This position is responsible for performing systematic examinations and appraisals of the accounting and program records of the 57 counties and New York City that have ILS contracts to ensure that the accounts and program records are maintained in compliance with governing laws, rules, regulations, and standards. The Auditor develops a comprehensive audit function for ILS that includes spot-checking pending claims for payment, desk audits of claims that have been processed, and comprehensive site-visit audits as part of a robust risk assessment model for claims review and contract management.

Essential functions of this position will include, among other things:

• Under the direction of the Assistant Counsel, schedule, plan, and conduct site audits of counties and New York City regarding ILS contracts; ensure that audits are conducted in accordance with all applicable professional standards and ILS requirements, including preparation of written reports after each audit summarizing the information learned during the audit and making necessary recommendations.
• Coordinate with Assistant Counsel and the current ILS Auditor to develop a plan for periodically spot-checking pending claims and conducting desk audits of processed claims to identify issues with claims submission and payments, any corrective action that must be taken, and any additional fiscal training needs for ILS grantees and public defense service providers.
• At the request of the ILS Director, Counsel, or Assistant Counsel, conduct desk audits of specific contracts or claims to identify any issues or irregularities and recommend any necessary corrective action.
• Assist in developing and updating written training/educational materials for grantees and public defense service providers on effective contract management and timely claims submission protocols as a fiscal imperative; where appropriate, conduct on-site training of grantees and public defense service providers.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and three years of experience in accounting, finance, business administration or related field. Associate’s degree and two years of specialized experience may substitute for bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree may substitute for one year of specialized experience.

Additional Comments

The mission of Indigent Legal Services (ILS) is to improve the representation provided to people facing criminal charges or family litigation who cannot afford counsel. Our agency’s work is transforming criminal defense and parental representation, while helping people in crisis achieve greater justice in criminal cases and maintain family integrity. Join us to help shape policy and practice statewide and to have a profound impact on justice statewide. Become part of a team of dedicated professionals who share your commitment to a more fair and just society.

ILS is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. These values not only guide our work; we believe they are essential to fulfilling our mission to improve mandated representation in New York State. ILS staff share responsibility for creating a more inclusive workplace. Diverse voices and perspectives only strengthen our ability to create transformational change. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

ILS welcomes candidates regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, military or veteran status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or family status, domestic violence victim status, or arrest record or criminal conviction history.

We offer a comprehensive New York State benefits package, including:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Care Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Paid Personal Leave, Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
• Paid Family Leave
• Health Care Spending Account
• Dependent Care Advantage Account
• Membership in the New York State and Local Employees’ Retirement System
• Voluntary Defined Contribution Plan
• Deferred Compensation Plan
  
  

ILS employees are eligible to apply to telecommute part-time and/or adjust work hours in accordance with ILS’s policies, subject to supervisor approval.

The Capital Region is a great place to live with a low cost-of living in neighborhoods ranging from urban to rural within a short commute. Whether you are an outdoor enthusiast or an arts aficionado, there is something for everyone. From the beautiful mountains that surround the city to the historic churches and museums and pre-Revolutionary War architecture. With a 300-year history, there’s much to enjoy and explore.

Employees may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). For more information on PSLF, please visit www.studentaid.gov/publicservice.

The State of New York is committed to assuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities. Requests for reasonable accommodations should be submitted to the Designee for Reasonable Accommodations (DRA) and Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator at RAinquiries@OGS.NY.Gov.