Program Manager I ***Internal Applicants Only***

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 68,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Flexible work schedules

Telecommuting options

Job summary

The State of South Carolina's Office of the State Inspector General seeks a Program Manager I to lead investigative teams focusing on fraud, waste and abuse across Executive Branch agencies. The role emphasizes forensic accounting and auditing of state operations to identify waste and opportunities for statewide improvement.

The position requires leadership, program management, interviewing, writing, and the ability to analyze large volumes of records while engaging agency leadership to build

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and relevant program experience.
• Experience leading investigative teams.
• Experience in procurement audits or financial matters in public schools or public charter schools.
• Ability to independently plan investigations and audits.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise investigative teams in complex fraud, waste, and abuse investigations and audits.
• Focus on forensic accounting in fraud matters and auditing of state agency operations.
• Develop investigative objectives, strategies, and final conclusions.
• Present clear written and oral reports to agency leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Interviewing

Writing

Data analysis

Forensic accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Access

Outlook

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Lead and supervise investigative teams comprised of senior auditors and investigators in complex fraud, waste, and abuse investigations and audits in the Executive Branch of South Carolina State Government and other agencies/entities prescribed by law. Emphasis for the Program Manager I position will be on forensic accounting in fraud matters, auditing of state agency operations to identify waste or areas to improve. Skills needed include leading investigative and/or audit teams; program management; interviewing; writing; analysis of voluminous records; understanding the operations/leadership of organizations; and interpersonal ability to develop the support and trust of agencies, from Director to front line employees, under review. Investigations and audits will generally pertain to major issues within state government with the goal of impacting statewide organizational change and improvement.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• State: A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience.
• OIG: A bachelor’s degree and relevant program management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) or similar professional certifications.
• Demonstrated experience in leading investigative teams.
• Demonstrated experience in procurement audits, or financial matters in public schools or public charter schools.
• Ability to independently plan investigations and audits.
• Ability to conduct complex investigations in the areas of fraud, corruption, misconduct, or organizational waste and mismanagement.
• Must have an in-depth working knowledge of business processes and reporting.
• Ability to combine witness interviews and document reviews to draw conclusions.
• Ability to collect, organize and analyze large volumes of records and prepare corresponding report w/conclusions.
• Must have strong analytical skills with ability to make procedural and policy recommendations and present justification to appropriate agency officials.
• Ability to use information technology to facilitate data analysis, as well as present data for briefings and reports.
• Ability to present clear, concise, and comprehensive written and oral reports.
• Ability to respond professionally to stressful situations.
• Confidence to operate in investigations without initial structure or clarity, then develop investigative objectives, logical investigative strategies and execute an investigative plan to reach logical conclusions.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system and ability to work with law enforcement in joint investigations.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills to easily develop rapport with witnesses, as well as interact with Agency Heads as a representative of the Office of the State Inspector General.

Additional Comments

The Office of the State Inspector General is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Some travel may be required.

If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

01 If selected to be hired, are you willing to accept a salary within the posted range of $67,728.00 - $94,758.00?

• Yes
• No

02 Do you have a bachelor's degree and relevant program management experience?

• Yes
• No

03 Do you have demonstrated experience leading investigative teams?

• Yes
• No

04 If you answered "yes" to question #3, briefly describe your leadership experience.

05 Do you have experience in conducting sensitive or complex investigations or audits?

• Yes
• No

06 If you answered "yes" to question #5, briefly describe your investigative experience.

07 Do you have certification as a Certified Fraud Examiner?

• Yes
• No

08 Do you have certification as a Certified Internal Auditor?

• Yes
• No

09 Do you have certification as a Certified Public Accountant?

• Yes
• No

10 Please indicate in which of the following Microsoft Office programs you are proficient.

• Access
• Excel
• Outlook
• PowerPoint
• Word

11 What have you done to make the biggest impact in your current job?

12 Please list your top three skills and qualities and give an explanation of why you believe they are your top skills and qualities.

• Required Question