FIA Grants Unit Supervisor - Baltimore City, United States - State of Maryland - DHS - Ops Ofc - Div of Budget Finance & Personnel

Description

Introduction

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When you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), you join a team of more than 5,000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than 1 million Marylanders each year.�We do this by providing economic support, preventive services, and caring for children and adults.�\r
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We aim to deliver services so that we more quickly meet the needs of the people we serve. At DHS, we grapple with hard questions to find new ways to foster a culture of bold innovation. We do this to ensure that in Maryland, we leave no one behind.�\r
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GRADE

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LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Department of Human Services\r
Division of Budget Finance�\r
311 W. Saratoga Street\r
Baltimore, MD 21202\r

Main Purpose of Job

This position is assigned to the Division of Cost Allocation and Revenue Management within\r
the Office of Budget and Finance. The position supervises advanced level federal funds\r
accounting and reporting for Department Family Investment Administration (FIA) federal\r
grants. The position also supervises the administration of the FIA time-study. Accurate\r
accounting, reporting and attainment of Federal funds enables the Department to maximize its\r
fiscal resources and effectively serve our customers.�\r

POSITION DUTIES

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Prepares quarterly federal financial reports on grant\r
expenditures and program income based on cost allocation results, revenue, and\r
reporting requirements; supervises the analyses and reconciliations of actual\r
expenditures.\r
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Supervises the administration of the Family Investment\r
Administration (FIA) Random Moment Time-Study.\r
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Supervises the analysis of all federal grant payment\r
requests and disbursement (expenditure) reporting activities.\r
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Supervises the maintenance of the Federal receipt's ledger\r
based on Federal attainment received through daily, bi-weekly, monthly, and\r
quarterly Treasurer drawdowns, and through transfers from other State agencies.\r
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Supervises the annual preparation of program information\r
forms for major federal grants for inclusion in the fiscal year Cash Management\r
Improvement Act (CMIA) agreement between the US Treasury and the State\r
(Treasury-State Agreement, TSA).\r
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.\r
Education: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university, including or supplemented by three credit hours in auditing.\r
Experience: Five years of experience examining, analyzing and interpreting accounting systems, records and reports by applying generally accepted accounting principles to include three years performing advanced duties in the areas of cost accounting, systems accounting, federal fund accounting, or bond and loan accounting. \r
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1. Candidates may substitute a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with thirty credit hours in Accounting and related courses, including or supplemented by three credit hours in auditing, for the required education. \r
2. Applicants who have met the requirements for admission to the CPA examination prior to July 1, 1974 will be considered to have met the educational requirement referenced above. \r
3. Possession of a certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or Master's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of the required general accounting experience. \r
4. Applicants may substitute one year of professional auditing experience for one year of the required general experience. \r
5.�Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in the Accounting Officer classification or Financial Management specialty codes in the Accounting field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.\r

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet the selective qualification(s) to be considered.�Include clear and specific information on your application regarding�your qualifications.\r
One year of experience working with and responding to requests from internal and external auditors.\r

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants�who possess the following preferred qualification(s).�Include clear and specific information on your application regarding�your qualifications.\r
One year of experience in federal grants accounting and reporting.\r
One year of experience using computerized fiscal applications and software, including spreadsheets and databases.\r
One year of experience reviewing and authorizing financial transaction records.\r
One year of supervisory experience.\r

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Not Applicable.\r

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.�\r

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be asked to complete a supplemental questionnaire.� The supplemental questionnaire may be used as part of the rating process.� Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.\r
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For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service is required prior to hire.� �\r

BENEFITS

As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost. CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS:STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r

•\tPersonal Leave- new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).�\r

•\tAnnual Leave – ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.\r

•\tSick Leave – fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.\r

•\tParental Leave – up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.\r

•\tHolidays – State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holiday per year.\r

•\tPension – State employees earn credits towards a retirement pension.\r

•\tPositions may be eligible for telework.�\r

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplement questionnaire to: Attention: Cynthia McMillian, Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, 311 W. Saratoga Street, Room 142 Baltimore, Maryland 21201.�\r
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All mailed documents must include the applicant's name and the job number and must be received by 5 p.m. on the closing date. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the application.�\r
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If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If unable to upload, please email requested information only to Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.�\r
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TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.\r
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If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, at or �\r
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As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r