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***CDHS APPRENTICESHIP POSITION*** - Compliance Auditor
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Compliance Auditor
Salary: $1,862.77 - $2,980.15 Biweekly Location: Denver Metro, CO Job Type: Full Time Job Number: IHA-05699 - 08.07.2025 Department: Colorado Department of Human Services Division: Public Assistance Quality Assurance Opening Date: 08/08/2025 Closing Date: 8/14/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA: Determined by Position Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents. Primary Physical Work Address: 3656 W Princeton Cir, Denver, CO 80236, USA; 1200 Federal Blvd, Denver, CO 80204 Department Contact Information: jade.green@state.co.us Salary Note: Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum. How To Apply: Please submit an online application for this position at
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado . Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. Description of Work Unit
The Economic Assistance Quality Assurance (EAQA) unit is under the Public Assistance Quality Assurance (PAQA) division and exists to: Manage the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) quality assurance functions for economic assistance programs that enhances payment accuracy and informs program administration including measuring eligibility and program accuracy and recommending strategies to improve program outcomes; Provides independent third-party review for the Adult Financial (AF), Colorado Works (CW), and Low-income Energy Assistance (LEAP) programs including case file audits, data collection, reporting on findings, providing technical and compliance training to stakeholders, and assess and measure county adherence to State and Federal regulations; and Creates strong partnerships with State and County staff to provide additional services such as non-quality assurance case reviews and consulting, and recommendations for reduction or elimination of eligibility and payment errors. Description of Job
In the first 8 weeks of employment, you are required to work in-person at your assigned location. Starting week 9, you are required to work a minimum of 3 days in-person and a maximum of 2 days remote per week. Please note: These working arrangements are subject to change This is a structured position designed to provide training and experience. Tasks are performed under direct supervision and detailed instruction and guidance is received. Employees in this class learn to apply theories and principles of the professional field. Positions used for training purposes do not remain at this level indefinitely. Clearly defined assignments require following established work processes. As part of training, eligibility and payment will be determined from county files while working in a specified county department of human services for 12 or more months. This position exists to review Adult Financial (AF) including Aid to the Needy Disabled (AND), Old Age Pension (OAP), and burial assistance, as well as Colorado Works (CW) and LEAP eligibility case files elected through a monthly statistically valid random sample for adherence to state regulations and procedures. These reviews often include technical issues that require the resolution of compliance problems and reconciliation of divergent viewpoints. Provide continuous data to the state and county agencies on frequency, magnitude, and sources of non-compliance. Analyze program performance; directly advising state and/or county staff of areas of risk for eligibility and payment accuracy critically necessary to prevent errors and achieve program compliance. The employee will review Adult Financial and Colorado Works case files and make an initial eligibility and payment determination in accordance with specific timeframes and expectations. 100% of the eligibility and payment determinations are reviewed and approved by the direct supervisor, trainer, or lead worker. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment, & Appeal Rights
Experience Only: Four (4)years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position OR Education and Experience: A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to four (4) years. Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrate typing skill of 50 words per minute while conducting an interview Experience in customer service (retail, fast food, service industry) Skilled in using personal computer with Microsoft Office software such as Word and Excel Ability to write clearly and concisely to capture detail case comments and actions taken Program Steps
This apprenticeship program contains 4 distinct step/levels. Individuals selected for the program will be assessed for skill attainment and will move through the following steps: Step 1 $4,036 per month - less than 6-month of eligibility experience Step 2 $4,238 per month - 6 to 12 months of eligibility experience Step 3 $4,329 per month - demonstrated success in determining eligibility and payment for Adult Financial and Colorado Works. Step 4 $4,906 to $5,500 - upon successful completion of the Adult Financial and Colorado Works quality assurance training and having 6 years of experience. Conditions of Employment
Standard background check and reference check required Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. Driver's License Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must (1) disclose that information on the application (2) provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position, (3) provide the employee number from the applicant's prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS. Appeal Rights: If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action. For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules. Supplemental Information
How to Apply The Assessment Process For additional recruiting questions, please contact jade.green@state.co.us About Us: If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer: Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans Medical and dental health plans Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
Salary: $1,862.77 - $2,980.15 Biweekly Location: Denver Metro, CO Job Type: Full Time Job Number: IHA-05699 - 08.07.2025 Department: Colorado Department of Human Services Division: Public Assistance Quality Assurance Opening Date: 08/08/2025 Closing Date: 8/14/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA: Determined by Position Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents. Primary Physical Work Address: 3656 W Princeton Cir, Denver, CO 80236, USA; 1200 Federal Blvd, Denver, CO 80204 Department Contact Information: jade.green@state.co.us Salary Note: Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum. How To Apply: Please submit an online application for this position at
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado . Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. Description of Work Unit
The Economic Assistance Quality Assurance (EAQA) unit is under the Public Assistance Quality Assurance (PAQA) division and exists to: Manage the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) quality assurance functions for economic assistance programs that enhances payment accuracy and informs program administration including measuring eligibility and program accuracy and recommending strategies to improve program outcomes; Provides independent third-party review for the Adult Financial (AF), Colorado Works (CW), and Low-income Energy Assistance (LEAP) programs including case file audits, data collection, reporting on findings, providing technical and compliance training to stakeholders, and assess and measure county adherence to State and Federal regulations; and Creates strong partnerships with State and County staff to provide additional services such as non-quality assurance case reviews and consulting, and recommendations for reduction or elimination of eligibility and payment errors. Description of Job
In the first 8 weeks of employment, you are required to work in-person at your assigned location. Starting week 9, you are required to work a minimum of 3 days in-person and a maximum of 2 days remote per week. Please note: These working arrangements are subject to change This is a structured position designed to provide training and experience. Tasks are performed under direct supervision and detailed instruction and guidance is received. Employees in this class learn to apply theories and principles of the professional field. Positions used for training purposes do not remain at this level indefinitely. Clearly defined assignments require following established work processes. As part of training, eligibility and payment will be determined from county files while working in a specified county department of human services for 12 or more months. This position exists to review Adult Financial (AF) including Aid to the Needy Disabled (AND), Old Age Pension (OAP), and burial assistance, as well as Colorado Works (CW) and LEAP eligibility case files elected through a monthly statistically valid random sample for adherence to state regulations and procedures. These reviews often include technical issues that require the resolution of compliance problems and reconciliation of divergent viewpoints. Provide continuous data to the state and county agencies on frequency, magnitude, and sources of non-compliance. Analyze program performance; directly advising state and/or county staff of areas of risk for eligibility and payment accuracy critically necessary to prevent errors and achieve program compliance. The employee will review Adult Financial and Colorado Works case files and make an initial eligibility and payment determination in accordance with specific timeframes and expectations. 100% of the eligibility and payment determinations are reviewed and approved by the direct supervisor, trainer, or lead worker. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment, & Appeal Rights
Experience Only: Four (4)years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position OR Education and Experience: A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to four (4) years. Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrate typing skill of 50 words per minute while conducting an interview Experience in customer service (retail, fast food, service industry) Skilled in using personal computer with Microsoft Office software such as Word and Excel Ability to write clearly and concisely to capture detail case comments and actions taken Program Steps
This apprenticeship program contains 4 distinct step/levels. Individuals selected for the program will be assessed for skill attainment and will move through the following steps: Step 1 $4,036 per month - less than 6-month of eligibility experience Step 2 $4,238 per month - 6 to 12 months of eligibility experience Step 3 $4,329 per month - demonstrated success in determining eligibility and payment for Adult Financial and Colorado Works. Step 4 $4,906 to $5,500 - upon successful completion of the Adult Financial and Colorado Works quality assurance training and having 6 years of experience. Conditions of Employment
Standard background check and reference check required Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. Driver's License Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must (1) disclose that information on the application (2) provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position, (3) provide the employee number from the applicant's prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS. Appeal Rights: If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action. For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules. Supplemental Information
How to Apply The Assessment Process For additional recruiting questions, please contact jade.green@state.co.us About Us: If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer: Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans Medical and dental health plans Employer supplemented Health Savings Account