Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts
TDA - FND Senior Administrative Review Specialist (School Operations) (59149)
🇺🇸Austin, Texas, United States6 days ago
From $89,460SeniorFull Time
FOOD & NUTRITION SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW SPECIALIST
(School Operations)
(Auditors/Internal Auditors/Enforcement/Compliance Reviewers/Inspectors)
Salary Information: B25, $7,455.00.00 -7,770.00/MO
State Classification: Program Supervisor VII - 1588
FLSA Status: Exempt
Posting Number: 26-59149-1
Location: **Austin, Lubbock, Waco, San Antonio, Dallas, San Juan and Houston, TX. This position will work across the state of Texas, as needed. This position will be managed by the Food and Nutrition School Operations division.
Telework Option: TDA does not offer telework, and all employees are required to be physically present for work.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online via CAPPS. Applicants applying through Work In Texas (WIT) will be required to complete additional supplemental questions, optionally provide EEO information including how you heard about the job, and provide an electronic signature in the CAPPS Career Section to be considered for the position.
WHO ARE WE
The Texas Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Division administers 12 federal child and special nutrition programs and more than $2.5 billion in federal money annually. These programs aim to reduce hunger, encourage strong nutrition, and support local economies across Texas.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
The Senior Administrative Review Specialist will work in a fast paced, multi-faceted environment performing highly advanced administrative and supervisory program work. You will be responsible for providing training and technical assistance to the Administrative Review Specialists (ARS) in all areas of an Administrative Review (AR) & Procurement Review (PR). This includes the AR & PR processes and procedures, site selection, off-site and on-site activities, the Corrective Action Document (CAD) development and review, the exit conference, and closing activities as outlined in Federal Guidelines. Work involves ensuring consistency across the state, reviewing letters, preparing, and submitting reports, reviewing AR/PR documents to ensure all findings have correctly been identified, any fiscal action is correctly calculated, in addition to conducting general quality assurance on ARs/PRs. You will work under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct, lead and/or participate in performing follow-up ARs (including complex and/or controversial), as well as complaint-related and close out reviews of CEs participating in the CNPs administered by TDA F&N; Complete all associated activities and reports in accordance with USDA and TDA F&N rules and regulations.
Accompany/observe ARS and/or AFRS staff for on-site activities to assess efficiency, effectiveness, and impact of training, tools, processes, and procedures related to the AR and report results to section management team, as needed. Serve as point of contact (off and on-site) for Education Service Center (ESC), USDA, and Office of Inspector General (OIG) staff attending, observing, reviewing, and/or participating in a TDA F&N conducted ARs.
Provide consistent, accurate and timely mentoring to ARS and AFRS staff to assist them in determining and ensuring all applicable rules and regulations, processes and procedures are followed as instructed and division expectations are met.
Provide input in the development and implementation of TDA F&N policies and procedures, materials, training, and tools related to AR functions. Assist the AR Training staff with the development/implementation/maintenance of the AR training program, including techniques, tools, and strategies to increase team productivity, provide guidance in integrating new audit/review methods, rules and regulations, policies, and procedures, promote excellent product quality, consistency and to enhance team morale, as needed.
Provide program technical information and assistance to division staff, contracting entities, food management companies, vendors, Education Service Center (ESC) other agencies and the public, as needed.
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for federal and state regulations applicable to administrative and procurement reviews.
Identify significant trends, problem areas or potentially controversial circumstances; provide assessments, justifications, and recommendations to improve processes, communication, and policies, as well as efficiency of work processes and effectiveness of collaborative efforts.
Review, evaluate and recommend changes to AR questions, tools, forms, processes, and other procedures to improve efficiency, accuracy, and consistency.
Assist with the review of Single Audit submissions to determine compliance with applicable USDA and TDA F&N rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Stay abreast of the rules and regulations of Food & Nutrition Programs to conduct and provide feedback on an AR/PR.
Develop tools and monitor time management, multifaceted programs, and professional development.
Follow all TDA policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION
Bachelor’s degree (One year of work experience related to the essential duties may substitute for one year of college).
Five (5) years’ work experience in monitoring or evaluating programs or financial compliance.
Experience coordinating the work of others or serving in a team leader/senior role or related.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience serving in a supervisory capacity.
Work experience in managing or monitoring Child Nutrition programs, Food Service, or nutrition related field.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws related to the program area; of public administration and management techniques; of statistical analysis processes; of budget processes; research techniques; and of program management processes and techniques.
Skill in identifying measures or indicators of program and staff performance; in providing excellent customer service to both internal and external customers; in preparing concise and accurate reports and recommendations that are accurate, timely, and based on sound judgment; in the use of a computer and applicable software.
Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts; to establish goals and objectives; to devise solutions to administrative problems; to develop, evaluate and interpret administrative policies and procedures; to supervise the work of others; to exercise sound judgment and discretion; and to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
Normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Involves periods of sedentary work alternating with periods of work that may involve walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping, and bending; performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds. Involves traveling by plane and/or car, frequently driving for long distances and frequent overnight travel – up to 25% travel. Must be able to complete individual travel, as well as traveling with a group, for assignments. Must be able to work extended periods at a computer and may require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed.
This position must reside in a location with a TDA office or must be able to commute to the assigned TDA physical location, as needed, for business purposes. This workplace assignment is subject to change per the agency’s business needs.
This position will require a flexible schedule based on business needs. This includes some weekend travel and evening hour reviews. If offered this position, can you work a flexible schedule?
The agency does not offer telework. TDA employees are required to be physically present for work.
The agency’s core business hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. TDA also provides limited customer service between 6:00-8:00 a.m. and 5:00-6:00 p.m.
H-1B Visa Sponsorship
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
BENEFITS
The State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Benefits include:
ü Retirement Plan
ü Paid Group Health & Life Insurance for employees
ü Paid Holidays
ü Paid Vacation Leave
ü Paid Sick Leave
ü Longevity Pay
ü Dental
ü Vision
ü Dependent Optional Life Insurance
ü Voluntary AD&D Insurance
ü Dependent Health & Life Insurance
ü Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. A skills exercise may be conducted at the time of the interview.
Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Careers Section , you may check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and then selecting My Submissions. To be considered for the position, applicants must complete additional supplemental questions, optionally provide EEO information including how you heard about the job, and provide an electronic signature in the CAPPS Career Section.
*A valid government-issued driver’s license, which is recognized by the Texas Department of Public Safety and in good standing, and an acceptable driving record are required. TDA will verify this information with the Texas Department of Public Safety. Applicants with a driver’s license not issued by the State of Texas should obtain and be prepared to provide a copy of their current driving record on or before their first day
Background Checks: A criminal conviction records check is required for applicants who are selected for a position.
**Foreign Credentials: upload an evaluation of your coursework if you have obtained a degree(s) from a school outside of the United States; otherwise, we cannot give you credit for your degree. Some organizations that provide evaluation services are:
Foreign Credential Services of America
1910 Justin Lane, Austin, TX 78757-2411
Phone: 512-459-8428
SpanTran: The Evaluation Company
2400 Augusta Drive, Suite 451 Houston, TX 77057
Phone: 713-266-8805
Global Credential Evaluators, Inc.
P.O. Box 9203 College Station, TX 77842
Phone: 512-528-0908
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): TDA is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, military status, or protected activity.
Reasonable Accommodations: If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview or an HR representative at 512-463-7423. Whenever possible, please give the hiring or HR representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.
TDA participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
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Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor’s Office at Program Management MOS Codes.
