Program Assistant I (Financial Fraud)

Details

Section:
Criminal Justice
Position Number:
LAA-00103
Salary Range:
$52,800.00 - $70,008.00 Yearly
Apply By:
Tuesday, February 25, 2025, 11:59 pm
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Work Unit:
Financial Fraud
Job Location:
1300 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203
Release Date:
Friday, February 14, 2025
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Position Type:
Classified

There is an opportunity for a Program Assistant I in the Financial Fraud unit of the Criminal Justice section. This position is a great opportunity for someone who wants to utilize their strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills to help support their unit. This position provides overall support to the Financial Fraud Unit by implementing, organizing and managing the Unit’s internal processes and procedures and interpreting and managing case tracking in ACTION and case file storage. This position also aids the First Assistant Attorney General of Financial Fraud team and all professional staff in the Unit and section on highly confidential matters which is important aspect to the safety and security of our staff on matters pertaining to the Statewide Grand Jury Process.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The ideal candidate for this position must have outstanding organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. This candidate must almost demonstrate the highest level of confidentiality when it comes to matters handled by not only the unit, but also others involved in the Statewide Grand Jury Process.

Job Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Schedule weekly grand jury sessions and other confidential matters regarding the statewide grand jury with the entire Criminal Justice and the Consumer Protection’s Medicaid Fraud Team.
  • Advise jurors of statewide grand jury procedures and ensures applicable Grand Jury rules are followed during the duration of their yearlong service.
  • Assists First AAG with the hiring process for the team to include processing PAR’s and handling confidential personnel information.
  • Creates, revises, and streamlines unit procedures to improve the efficiency and smooth operation of the Financial Fraud Units.
  • Serve as the travel coordinator for the units as well as assisting the First Assistant Attorney General on Budgeting and supply orders.
  • Oversees and manages the internal case management system (ACTION) utilized for all Financial Fraud Unit cases.
  • Serve as the back up for the Office Manager/ Support Team Leader of the Criminal Justice section. This may include back-up legislative bill support coordination, travel coordination, ordering supplies, setting up meetings, and processing mail.

Salary note: Although a salary range is listed, salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

This recruitment may be used to fill other positions in the Department of Law, Criminal Justice section.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

 

Class Code & Classification:

H4R1XX PROGRAM ASSISTANT I

Minimum Qualifications and Substitutions: Please document all relevant experience in detail on your application. Experience will not be inferred or assumed. Any part-time experience listed will be prorated.

Experience Only:

Four years of administrative or clerical experience which must include overseeing complex scheduling for multiple calendars

 

OR

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education (up to two years) and administrative or clerical experience which must include overseeing complex scheduling for multiple calendars. Please note, education may only substitute for 2 years of the required experience.

If qualifying under the substitution, you will be required to provide a copy of your transcripts.

Note: Candidates possessing a foreign degree must submit a translation (evaluation) of their degree from an accredited institution, such as The National Association of Credential Evaluations Services in order to be given credit for the degree.

Preferred Qualifications: In addition to the minimum qualifications, if you possess any of the following specifically include the details on your application, as this information will be used to assess your qualifications and may be used to determine a top group of applicants.

  • Experience working in or knowledge of the criminal justice system
  • Experience working with or knowledge of the Grand Jury process
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Strong communications skills and ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders, law enforcement, and witnesses
  • Excellent written communication skills
  • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality when working with sensitive information
  • Advanced scheduling and calendaring experience

Required Competencies:

  • Proficiency with MS Office Suite

Conditions of Employment:

  • Applicants must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment.
  • Colorado Department of Law participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
  • The Financial Fraud team offers flexible work arrangements. New employees are generally expected to work in-office 2 days a week. Additional flexibility will be considered for employees after a successful onboarding and training period. Please note, flexible work arrangements may change at any time based on business needs.

Please view the full job announcement for more information, including information about compensation and benefits, and to apply online.