Program Assistant I (Financial Fraud)

Find a rewarding career making a difference: Join the Office of the Attorney General! The Criminal Justice Section is seeking a Program Assistant I to join its Financial Fraud Unit, a collaborative team focused on protecting the public and supporting complex financial investigations. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys detailed work, problem-solving, and playing a critical behind-the-scenes role in high-impact cases. The Program Assistant I provides administrative and operational support by organizing and managing unit processes, maintaining case tracking in ACTION, and managing case file organization and storage. The position also supports the First Assistant Attorney General for the Financial Fraud Unit and professional staff on highly confidential matters, helping ensure the safety and security of staff on matters pertaining to 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. Salarynote: 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 Program Assistant I positions in the Department of Law, Criminal Justice section. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights 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 experience providing program or administrative support in a professional office environment, including experience supporting a team. OR Education and Experience: A combination of related education and program or administrative support experience in a professional office setting equal to four (4) years. If qualifying under the education substitution, you must provide a copy of your transcripts at the time of application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. 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. Proficiency with MS Office Suite 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 Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality when working with sensitive information Advanced scheduling and calendaring experience 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. This position offers flexible work arrangements. In-office presence is required as needed for meetings and other business needs. Please view the full job announcement for more information, including information about compensation and benefits, and to apply online. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Colorado Attorney General's Office