What You'll Be Doing

Join #TeamWake as a Department Program Auditor!

The Department Program Auditor position will perform activities that relate to the prevention, detection, prosecution, and enforcement of over-issuance, overpayments, and fraud in all economic social services programs. This position will audit and conduct investigation of suspected fraud in the area of Food & Nutrition Services, Medicaid, Work First Cash Assistance, Child Care Services and Emergency Assistance Programs.

Essential Function include:
• Reconstructs cases by examination of agency records, budgets, online verification, contacting federal, state, local and private employers as well as interviewing citizens are necessary to substantiate or unsubstantiated allegation
• Perform in-depth assessments as well as gathering and documenting information, negotiating, analyzing and/or evaluating data
• Initiates action to prosecute individuals and enforce claims and/or judgments order by the courts. Keep abreast of policies and procedures governing all economic programs.

About Our Team

Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is the consolidation of programs and services that include social services, public health, job search assistance, child support, and transportation. Our mission, in partnership with the community, is to facilitate full access to high quality and effective health and human services for Wake County residents. In addition to our numerous standard programs, Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is engaged in a number of special initiatives that are impacting services and programs throughout our entire agency. Whether legislated down from the changing regulations on the Federal or State level or bubbling up from the entrepreneurial spirit of our staff, you can always look forward to Wake County Health and Human Services implementing new and exciting enhancements to our services and programs.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• Bachelor's degree
• Three years of job-related experience
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• Two (2) years or more of experience in eligibility determination in a Food and Nutrition Services Program and at least one additional program
• Experience in NC Fast, OnBase, OnLine Verification (OLV), State Network Systems, and Social Media
• Experience in public assistance investigations
• Spanish language skills are preferred but not required

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Proficient in determining eligibility in multiple State and County Economic benefit Programs (Including Food and Nutrition Services and one additional program)
• Demonstrate ability to interpret and explain Federal, State and North Carolina DHHS policies
• Must have superior verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in information technology (NCFast, OnBase, OnLine Verification (OLV), Social Media, Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Word)
• Strong research skills
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks are essential
• Ability to assess and conduct thorough investigations
• Ability to prioritize work and work independently
• Build, establish and maintain positive productive relationship with peers, colleagues, law enforcement and clients
• Demonstrate a high degree of adaptability and managing change

About This Position

Location: HSC Somerset Raleigh, NC 27610

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 5:15 pm

Hiring Range: 23.57-30.28

Market Range: 23.57 - 37.00

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 3/5/2025

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

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