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Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today!  - [Program Integrity Auditor/Governmental Auditor 2]

Attention current State of Oregon employees: To apply for posted positions, please close this window and log into your Workday account and apply through the Career worklet.

The Oregon Health Authority’s Fiscal and Operations Division has a fantastic opportunity for a Governmental Auditor 2 to join an excellent team. This is Full-Time, Permanent, Classified position with the Office of Program Integrity (OPI).

Preference may be given to applicants with experience in the dental or behavioral health fields. However, all candidates meeting most of the desired attributes are encouraged to apply.

What you will do!

This Government Auditor 2 (GA 2) position is part of the Program Integrity Audit Unit in the Office for Program Integrity which reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer of the Fiscal Operations Division of OHA. The mission of the OPI is to ensure program integrity of the Medicaid program through auditing, investigations, research, and policy development.

In this role, you will conduct compliance audits of providers participating in Medicaid programs. The audit function is designed to detect, identify, and deter medical program fraud, waste, and abuse, and to monitor and ensure provider compliance with federal, state, and agency rules and regulations.

In summary, this position will:

• Perform independent audits of simple and complex issues of different provider types to ensure compliance with federal and state Medicaid rules and regulations.
• Educate providers, CCOs, and other organizations of the audit process and OHA rules and regulations.
• Interact with the Medicaid Fraud Unit at Department of Justice to provide consultation of fraud, waste, and abuse cases.
• Support the appeals process with providers, CCOs, and their representatives.
• Ensure excellent communication, an analytical mindset, professional judgement, and problem-solving skills.
• Work independently and engage and collaborate with others in all activities and projects assigned to OPI.
• Report directly to the Program Integrity Audit Unit Manager.

This strategic position is integral to the integrity of Oregon’s Medicaid funding, which ultimately impacts the health and access to services by over one million Medicaid beneficiaries in Oregon, who originate from racially, ethnically, culturally, gender- and ability- diverse communities throughout the state. It is critical that the incumbent have experience in and can demonstrate understanding of PIAU’s role in advancing health equity and addressing systemic health disparities. This position will also be responsible for assisting the OHA in implementing the Strategic Plan and achieving health equity by 2030 through knowledge, experience, collaboration, and understanding of the impact of historical and contemporary injustices.

OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership and has a strategic goal to end all health inequities by 2030.

The OHA mission is helping people and communities achieve optimum physical, mental, and social well-being through partnership, prevention and access to quality, affordable health care. OHA’s work is organized into three broad goals: Improve the lifelong health of all Oregonians, increase the quality, reliability, and availability of care for all Oregonians and lower or contain the cost of care so it is affordable to everyone.

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The AA Salary Range for this position is between $5,066.00 to $7,774.00 per month.

If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

What We Are Looking For:

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.

A bachelor's degree in a business-related field, such as business administration, public administration, finance, economics, computer science, etc., AND two years of auditing experience.

Twenty quarter hours of college courses in a business or financial field such as the areas listed above AND two additional years of auditing experience may substitute for the degree.

Successful completion of the duties and training as an Oregon Governmental Auditor (Entry) will substitute for one year of auditing experience.

Special Requirements: To be hired, you must have a criminal record and driving records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.

Desired Attributes:

Advanced Audit and Compliance Expertise

• Demonstrated ability to independently conduct complex compliance audits of healthcare providers.
• Strong understanding of federal and state Medicaid regulations, fraud detection methods, and documentation standards.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Proficiency

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess provider data and identify irregularities, trends, or compliance issues.
• Applies professional judgment and critical thinking to form defensible audit findings and recommendations.

Effective and Inclusive Communication

• Clearly communicates technical information to diverse stakeholders including providers, CCOs, legal representatives, and internal teams.
• Skilled in educating others about OHA rules and audit processes in a respectful and inclusive manner.

Collaborative and Independent Work Ethic

• Capable of working autonomously on audits and supporting the team’s broader integrity goals through active participation in projects and initiatives.
• Willingness to engage with external partners such as the DOJ Medicaid Fraud Unit, as well as internal cross-functional teams.

Commitment to Health Equity and Social Justice

• Understands and values the role of auditing in protecting Medicaid beneficiaries, especially those from diverse and historically underserved communities.
• Actively supports OHA’s mission to eliminate health inequities by 2030, and applies that lens in audit planning and provider engagement.

Ethical Integrity and Professionalism

• Upholds confidentiality, impartiality, and transparency in every aspect of the audit process.
• Demonstrates personal accountability, resilience, and ethical rigor in navigating complex regulatory or appeals environments.

Preference Statement:

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must be able to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines and have flexibility, work demand tolerance and exhibit written and oral communication skills including effective communication with coworkers.
• Must be proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Application Guidance

How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, and cover letter.

• Complete the online application
• Complete Questionnaire (if applicable)
• Upload Resume
• Upload Cover Letter
• Applicants who fail to upload resume and cover letter will not be considered
• Resumes, cover letters and all other documents must all be uploaded at one time. When uploading a resume, please upload any other documents in the same area/field. Applicants who fail to upload resume and cover letter will not be considered.
• External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
• Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.

After You Apply:

• Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
• Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
• We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.

Reminders:

• Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job!
• This announcement is for 1 (One), Full-Time, Permanent, Classified, Program Integrity Auditor. This is a Governmental Auditor 2 Classification position based in Salem, Oregon.
• This is a Hybrid position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
• Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiter Scott Lee at: scott.h.lee@oha.oregon.gov 971-372-1972.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
• Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
• Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).

• Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional Details:

• The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
• Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.

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