Fraud & Risk Manager (WMS2)

Description

The Department of Revenue (Revenue) Executive division is seeking a dynamic professional with extensive fraud management, risk management, audit, or internal control design/assessment experience to serve as the Fraud & Risk Manager. This position supports the agency-wide Enterprise Risk Management and Internal Control programs. The incumbent is primarily responsible for designing and overseeing a coordinated enterprise framework and approach for fraud detection, assessment, prevention, investigation, and mitigation strategies to minimize fraud risk exposure to Revenue. This position serves agency executives and leadership in an oversight and advisory capacity and requires a high degree of collaboration and self-motivation. As a fraud subject matter expert, the role partners with agency divisions to help assess fraud risks associated with agency-wide practices and to support proactive control improvements. The Fraud & Risk Manager will work to build relationships with Department fraud managers, and with fraud managers in other Washington state agencies to evolve a community of practice. In addition, this position will develop contacts with fraud specialists at other state revenue agencies to discuss emerging risks and strategies to prevent successful fraud attacks.

Duties

• Progress the agency’s fraud mitigation maturity, as guided by the established Enterprise Fraud Framework and related fraud maturity model.
• Own and maintain the enterprise fraud risk register in line with the agency’s Enterprise Risk Framework.
• Assess Fraud Mitigation Effectiveness.
• Lead the agency’s response to fraud risk events.
• Provide fraud training and guidance.

Qualifications

• Please ensure that your application materials address the following qualifications~
• We are looking for candidates who possess the following core competencies:
• Required Education, Experience, and Competencies.
• Core Competencies
• 1. Progress the Agency’s Fraud Mitigation Maturity - Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Knowledge
• Deep understanding of fraud risk management principles, maturity models, and the COSO frameworks.
• Ability to integrate fraud mitigation with enterprise risk and control systems.
• Policy Development & Governance
• Knowledge of how to draft and maintain enterprise-level policies and guidelines.
• Ability to translate regulatory or policy expectations into practical operational standards.
• Analytical Reporting & Communication
• Strong analytical skills to synthesize data and program reports into meaningful insights.
• Ability to prepare executive-level briefings summarizing fraud trends, risk maturity, and outcomes.
• 2. Own and Maintain the Enterprise Fraud Risk Register
• Risk Identification & Assessment
• Skill in conducting structured fraud risk assessments, including identifying vulnerabilities and exposure.
• Understanding of risk scoring methodologies.
• Ability to classify and describe mitigating controls (e.g. detective, preventive, IT, automated, manual).
• Root Cause Analysis
• Ability to identify systemic issues and control weaknesses contributing to fraud risks.
• Competence in recommending targeted remediation strategies.
• 3. Assess Fraud Mitigation Effectiveness
• Control Design & Evaluation
• Ability to assess adequacy of existing controls and help design effective preventive and detective controls.
• Familiarity with internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO, GAO Green Book)
• 4. Lead the agency’s response to fraud risk events
• Crisis Management & Incident Response
• Ability to design and operationalize incident response plans for fraud events.
• Skill in defining escalation procedures and decision-making protocols during incidents.
• Skill in exploring alternative attack paths to anticipate potential threats and evolving fraud tactics.
• Ability to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses in agency controls and prevent future incidents.
• 5. Provide Fraud Training and Guidance
• Training Development & Facilitation
• Ability to design and deliver fraud awareness and prevention training tailored to various audiences.
• Skill in instructional design, adult learning principles, and facilitation of group discussions.
• Fraud Awareness & Prevention Knowledge
• Strong knowledge of common fraud schemes, red flags, and investigative standards.
• Understanding of ethical considerations and equitable treatment in fraud prevention.
• 6. General / Foundational Competencies
• Integrity & Ethical Judgment
• Data Visualization & Dashboarding
• Project Management
• Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Awareness
• Preferred Qualifications
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business/public administration, criminal justice, data analytics or related field.
• One or more of the following certifications:
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification.
• Certification in risk management.
• Llean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or similar.
• Certified Internal Auditor
• Experience with the following:
• At least 5 years of experience in fraud risk management.
• Experience developing fraud mitigation programs.
• Experience working in a public sector or regulatory environment.
• Experience developing and managing fraud risk registers or similar tools.
• Experience conducting fraud assessments, controls and maturity model analysis.
• Familiarity with data analytics and visualization tools for fraud detection or reporting (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Excel).

To be considered

• Complete the online application in detail
• Attach a current resume'
• Attach a letter of interest explaining your interest in the position and how you meet the qualifications listed
• Include three or more professional references with current contact information. Include a recent supervisor for at least one of the professional references.

Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Knowledge

This position has been designated as a user of Federal Tax Information (FTI) provided by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). In order to use this information you will need to:

• Pass the required background check which requires:
• FBI national background check (fingerprinting required)
• Local law enforcement check (places where you have lived, worked, or attended school for the last 5 years)
• Verification of your ability to work in this country

Questions?

To take advantage of Veteran's preference please attach your DD-214, member 4 long form, or your NGB-22. Please black out your social security number and date of birth before attaching.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

More than Just a Paycheck!

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