Field Auditor

Utah Department of Workforce Services; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Generous paid time off

Career mobility opportunities

Job summary

An established agency in Utah is seeking a motivated Field Auditor I to join their team. This role involves auditing employer records, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, and managing caseloads effectively. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a willingness to travel within Utah. The position offers excellent benefits, including health and retirement plans, and promotes career mobility for current state employees. Join a dedicated team committed to supporting Utah citizens and enhancing workforce quality.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
• Strong math skills and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Audit employer records for compliance with laws and regulations.
• Manage caseloads efficiently and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Math skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Decision-making skills

Writing skills

Self-motivation

Education

One year of college coursework

Job description

Unemployment Insurance (UI) Contributions Unit - Field Auditor I

The Department of Workforce Services (DWS) is seeking a skilled and motivated individual for the Field Auditor I position across Utah. Employees in this role will be part of a Field Audit team, guided by a UI Field Audit Supervisor. Due to the compliance nature of this role, auditors may encounter confrontational situations during their work.

Principle Duties

1. Audit employer records and investigate employer/worker relationships to ensure compliance with applicable state and federal laws, UI rules, regulations, standards, and procedures.
2. Manage audit and investigation caseloads in a timely manner.
3. Maintain work quality to meet all Tax Performance System (TPS) standards.
4. Stay updated on current UI laws, rules, regulations, standards, and procedures.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Math skills equivalent to one year of college coursework involving calculations and working with numbers.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle difficult situations and conversations, including de-escalating disputes with business owners, accountants, and attorneys.
• Experience analyzing financial records and data.
• Ability to interpret and retain complex laws, rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Decision-making skills based on facts, laws, and rules.
• Clear and concise writing skills to convey complex analysis understandably.
• Willingness to stay informed and improve skills continually.
• Self-motivation with the ability to prioritize and complete assignments within time constraints.
• Willingness and ability to travel within Utah to designated locations.

This position offers career mobility for current state employees.

Why Join Our Team

Join a dedicated agency committed to helping Utah citizens. Benefits include excellent health and retirement plans, view a summary here, and generous paid time off to promote work-life balance.

About Workforce Services

Our mission is to strengthen Utah's communities by supporting economic stability and workforce quality. With over 2,200 employees, we assist individuals with job preparation, support Utah businesses, administer assistance programs, and provide economic data. We lead initiatives on intergenerational poverty, homelessness, affordable housing, refugee support, rural community assistance, veteran services, and workforce training. Learn more at our website.

Physical and Work Environment

• Standard office risks such as equipment safety, trips, falls, and fire regulations.
• Work primarily seated, with some walking, standing, bending, light carrying, and driving. No special physical demands required.
• Promotion and transfer rules follow DHRM policies for current Utah state employees.