Hybrid Assistant Deputy Inspector General, Investigations & Inspections - 00059560 chez Georgia Department of Human Services, GA

About the Department

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.  

What we offer.  Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.  

Start your career in public service.  The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of Inspector General - Benefits Investigation Recovery Unit (OIG/BIRU) is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant Deputy Inspector General, Investigations and Inspections. This position is located in Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia.

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Position Duties

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Under limited supervision, the Director of Investigations and Inspections (DII) provides senior leadership to OIG’s Benefit Integrity and Background Eligibility units. In this role, OIG’s DII will administer and oversee all functions supporting the enforcement and integrity of the SNAP and TANF programs, employment and contractor eligibility services, GBI & FBI regulations, and other regulatory responsibilities.

 The DII will establish a presence of OIG exceptionalism and One OIG unity across OIG, internal DHS units, federal partners, and community stakeholders by upholding standards of integrity and compliance in the assigned program areas. Effectively managing resources and directing the work of subordinate senior managers through culture changes and enhanced accountability is central to the success of OIG’s DII. 

The incumbent selected for this position will carry an executive presence and understand the confidential and sensitive work produced in a regulatory oversight setting by demonstrating an ability to exceed the standards of accountability, integrity, and professionalism the role demands. Further, it is important to note that OIG's DII will serve in a high-visibility capacity by interfacing with key stakeholders across DHS or other agencies; therefore, compromises and/or breaches in these standards and expectations will yield consequences of significant degree. Given this, only applicants who have a propensity to master the expectations around these demands, under limited supervision, should give this announcement consideration.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Provides strong leadership to teams with over 100 subordinate staff across various organizational levels.
• Directs the work of subordinate senior managers overseeing compliance and integrity activities within DHS’ SNAP and TANF programs.
• Champions coalition building by creating open, effective, and responsive communication channels among stakeholders.
• Monitors compliance with federal and state regulations around fingerprinting and criminal history record reading & retention activities.
• Influences policy changes and collaborates with the DHS Office of Human Resources on matters relating to employee eligibility determinations.
• Creates significantly impactful and effective performance-monitoring models to improve federal and state KPIs.
• Provides strategic direction, sets vision for, and proactively implements operational changes in support of ongoing performance improvements under limited direction/supervision.
• Understands and executes effective change management principles for a large organizational unit.
• Holds managers and subordinate staff accountable to performance outcomes, implementing appropriate and timely corrective/disciplinary actions for noncompliance.
• Coordinates with the Operations and Compliance director to develop corrective and risk mitigation strategies.
• Conducts periodic performance reviews and identifies training/skill development opportunities for direct reports.
• Contributes enhancement and design recommendations for the unit’s case management system.
• Performs other professional duties as assigned.

Technical Skills: 

• Excellent knowledge of DHS’ SNAP and TANF program policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated experience in interpreting laws, rules, and regulations.
• Experience generating and managing high-volume, detailed work utilizing critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous programs and projects.
• Demonstrated ability to use proper and effective interview techniques.
• Demonstrated skill in presenting case reports and testimony in administrative hearings and/or the judicial system.
• Demonstratedabilitytouseproperspelling,grammar,andpunctuationinreports.
• Advanced proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite and/or standard software applications.
• Ability to plan, develop, and implement investigative procedures relating to fraud investigations and/or fraud within public assistance programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND four (4) years in a managerial role in the area of assignment;

• Eight (8) years of experience in the area of assignment, including four (4) years in a managerial role;

• One (1) year of experience required at the lower level Senior Manager, Regulatory Compliance (RCM052) or position equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the qualifications listed, demonstrate or possess most of the following skills/experience:

• Three to five years of exceptional experience leading people and major change initiatives of significant impact
• At least five years of exceptional experience supervising subordinate managers and staff
• At least three years of exceptional experience leading cross-functional teams
• At least three years of successful experience mentoring subordinate managers to improve performance and knowledge deficiencies 
• Five (5) years of professional investigative experience with a state, federal, or local governmental entity.

Other Qualifications

For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services

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Employment Information
  
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.
 
DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
  
If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email the request by the closing date of this announcement to:  [email protected]
 
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.
  
DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
  
As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
  
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process.  Only applicants who are selected and interviewed will receive notification.
  
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

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