Agriculture Auditor 5 (Reannouncement)

IntroductionThe Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection works hard to protect and promote Wisconsin’s agricultural industries and consumers. As an agency, we strive to serve the people of Wisconsin assuring: safe, wholesome food; consumer protection and fair business practices; animal and plant health; a clean environment; and strong agriculture and commerce. To successfully attain these goals, we recognize our success hinges on the diverse, high quality, dedicated staff we employ.What We’re Seeking: The DATCP’s Division of Trade and Consumer Protection is recruiting for an Agriculture Auditor 5 in the Bureau of Business Trade Practices.Where We Are Located: DATCP is located in the Prairie Oaks State Office Building situated on Madison's southeast side. We are only minutes away from the Beltline Highway, Interstate 90 and Highway 51 for quick access to local restaurants, retail and service locations.Telecommuting Option: This position may have the ability to telecommute up to 60% in each 2-week pay period. An approved telecommuting agreement is required before an employee may telecommute. Approval of the employee’s telecommuting agreement and work schedule will vary based on the operational needs of the Division. All DATCP employees who telecommute are required to live in Wisconsin.This position offers the State of Wisconsin’s excellent benefits package, which includes at least 3.5 weeks of paid time off to start, 9 paid holidays, accrued sick leave, multiple insurance options and an exceptional retirement plan! For more info, see our Total Rewards Calculator.By working for Wisconsin State Government, you may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Please click the link for details.Learn what working for the State of Wisconsin is all about!This posting may be used to fill future similar vacancies.Position SummaryThis advanced level auditing position is primary responsible for leading audits, reviewing the work of subordinates, maintaining, and updating auditing programs and procedures, and approving the issuance of licenses.This position leads very complex financial/compliance audits of large multi-state and multi-national Grain Warehouse Keepers and Grain Dealers whose storage and purchase activities are regulated under Wis. Stats. Ch. 126 and Admin. Code Ch. ATCP 99. This position coordinates training, reviews the work product, and provides feedback to subordinate staff. This position is responsible for maintaining the annual audit schedule of Grain Warehouse Keepers and assigns staff as necessary to ensure that statutory audit requirements are met. This position also acts as lead auditor in cases involving grain shortages of depositor grain or defaults in payments to producers. This position is responsible for detecting violations of laws or administrative rules through the application of auditing procedures.Full Position Description – Agriculture Auditor 5Salary InformationThe Agriculture Auditor 5 position is in schedule-range 07-02 with a starting pay of $30.82-$40.00 per hour.This position is not represented by a collective bargaining unit. A 12-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan.Job DetailsDATCP does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the selected applicant being able to provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States.The State of Wisconsin continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols for COVID. Please visit Division of Personnel Management Coronavirus - COVID-19 (wi.gov) for the most up-to-date information. Guidance may be subject to change.A criminal background check will be performed on the selected applicant prior to an offer of employment.In-state and out-of-state travel is required for approximately 25% of this position’s duties.Possession of a valid driver's license or, the ability to provide one’s own transportation for work purposes.Must possess physical strength to climb grain bins generally ranging in height from 20 to 60 feet but, may be more than100 feet high.Ability to perform occasional work in less-than-ideal environment conditions that includes factors such as foul air, grain dust, inclement weather, extreme heights, and moving of machinery.QualificationsMinimally qualified candidates must have the following:• Bachelor's Degree in accounting or finance from an accredited post-secondary college/university OR commensurate work experience and training• Experience with conducting financial or compliance audits, preparing financial statements or performing financial statement analysis• Experience interpreting and applying rules and/or regulations (state/federal statutes, policies, laws, etc.)• Experience with leadership duties (leading an audit team, conducting training, reviewing the work of others, assigning work, etc.)In addition, highly qualified candidates will have one or more of the following:• Possession of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license• Experience with mathematic fundamentals including the ability to accurately apply formulasPlease Note: Applicants who do not meet at least the minimum qualifications or who do not clearly identify minimum qualifications will be ineligible to continue in the selection process.How To ApplyIf viewing this posting on an external site (such as indeed.com, etc.), please visit Wisc.Jobs and search for this Job ID: #14455 to complete your application for this posting.DATCP is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Veterans with at least a 30% service-connected disability rating should contact the HR Specialist listed in this posting regarding eligibility for consideration under the non-competitive appointment process.To be considered for this position, you will need to create an account in Wisc.jobs (if you don’t already have one) and apply online via the “Apply for Job” button listed on the top right of the announcement page. You will be required to upload a current resume and a letter of qualifications (also known as a cover letter) that clearly describes your qualifications and experience as they relate to this job posting.For more applicant resources, including tips on how to write a resume and letter of qualifications, click here.Your resume and letter of qualifications will be evaluated by one or more job experts. Candidates who are deemed eligible will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process where vacancies exist, starting with those candidates who are deemed most qualified.For general WiscJobs user information and technical assistance, please see the Commonly Asked Questions. Please address questions regarding this position and/or the application process to Jensen Peterson at Jensen.Peterson@wisconsin.gov (608) 224-4764.Deadline to ApplyThis is a REANNOUNCEMENT REANNOUNCEMENT - if you have already applied for this position, you do not need to apply, again.The new deadline to apply for this position is 11:59 p.m. on Monday, September 9, 2024.