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Texas Health and Human Services · 2 days ago

Inspector

Austin, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$5,098.66/mo - $8,304.83/mo

4+ years exp

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is dedicated to positively impacting the lives of Texans. The Inspector (Auditor III) will conduct inspections and evaluations for the Office of Inspector General, focusing on preventing and addressing fraud, waste, and abuse in Medicaid and HHS programs.

Health Care

No H1B

Responsibilities

Contribute to the planning and execution of inspections, evaluations, and follow-up assessments of HHS programs, policies, and processes

Assist in the development, implementation, and management of inspections, evaluations, special projects, and other initiatives aligned with the overall mission, goals, and objectives of the OIG

Identify issues and conduct root cause analysis to develop recommendations that address the underlying causes of identified problems

Evaluate trends identified in inspections, evaluations, and follow-up assessments and propose solutions, including necessary revisions to policies and procedures

Engage in the composition and preparation of reports, ensuring compliance with quality standards in both oral and written communications

Preparing and reviewing information and documentation to ensure compliance with applicable standards, polices, and procedures

Actively participating in interviews and meetings and contributing to the documentation process

Collecting and analyzing data, under guidance, to identify patterns, trends, and potential issues

Assisting in the design and execution of sampling methodologies

Testing records and data to verify compliance with relevant policies and regulations

Detecting fraud, deficiencies in controls, or other instances of non-compliance with laws, policies, rules, and regulations

Ensuring that all evidence fully supports conclusions, observations, and recommendations

Identifying underlying principles or facts supporting information by breaking down complex data into logical components

Assisting in the development and preparation of agendas, emails, meeting notes, memos, reports, templates, testing sheets, and work papers

Ensuring all inspection and evaluation steps are completed and documented properly in compliance with standards and internal policies

Communicating and presenting oral and written information and results accurately, professionally, and concisely

Coordinating the review of management responses for completeness and responsiveness to inspection issues, observations, and recommendations

Working under general supervision with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment

Utilizing applications such as Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Sharepoint, Teams, and Word effectively for daily tasks

Performing other duties as assigned to effectively contribute to the success of the organization’s mission and operational efficiency

Qualification

Data AnalysisResearch SkillsInspection TechniquesMicrosoft ExcelProject ManagementCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingTeam Collaboration

Required

A high school diploma or GED and at least eight (8) years of work experience in inspection, investigation, evaluations, auditing, social sciences, or another field

A Bachelor's degree from a college or university with major coursework in accounting; auditing; criminal justice; evaluations; social sciences; finance; information technology; public policy or related field is preferred; and at least four (4) years of work experience in inspection, investigation, evaluations, auditing, social sciences, or another field

Ability to filter information by identifying and analyzing relevant details which address the objective

Proficiency in planning and organizing work that meets timelines

Proficiency in researching, analyzing data, and evaluating criteria

Ability to clearly document findings, produce accurate work papers, and take accurate meeting notes

Ability to interview and ask follow-up questions

Ability to foster collaboration with stakeholders

Ability to assist in the development of project plans and timelines

Ability to use critical thinking for making informed and timely decisions

Ability to follow detailed procedures and processes and adhere to standards

Ability to identify the root cause of a problem and suggest solutions

Ability to identify data needed to address the objective

Ability to collect and analyze data

Ability to sample data fairly and accurately

Ability to draw well-reasoned conclusions based on data analysis

Ability to identify trends, relationships, and issues in data

Skill in accurately collecting and analyzing information to determine compliance with requirements

Ability to accurately document results

Ability to accurately link evidence to observations

Ability to manage evidence responsibly and with superb attention to detail

Skilled at communicating effectively, concisely, and professionally

Ability to write clearly and professionally

Skilled at editing and proofreading to ensure clarity, accuracy, and professionalism in all communications

Ability to summarize reports and large volumes of complex information to communicate key information

Proficiency using strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and creative skills

Ability to effectively negotiate, resolve conflicts, collaborate with team members, and foster strong working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders

Ability to exhibit a high degree of professionalism in all work activities

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize activities to meet deadlines

Skilled at making sound decisions using good judgment

Skilled in the following Microsoft apps – Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, and Adobe Acrobat

Knowledge of, or ability to learn, the following apps - Business Objects/Power BI, CAPPS, TeamMate, Texas Administrative Code portal, and TIERS

Ability to perform work with a high-degree of integrity and efficiency