Industries Specialist 2 – Optical Billing

Description

Industries Specialist 2 - Optical Billing

Full Time | Permanent

Location: Airway Heights Corrections Center | Airway Heights, WA

Correctional Industries (CI) within the Department of Corrections (DOC), is seeking highly motivated and qualified individuals to fill a full-time, permanent Industries Specialist 2 (IS2) - Optical Billing position. This position is located at Airway Heights Corrections Center in Airway Heights, Washington. This position typically works Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 

 In order to be considered for this position, please apply directly at www.careers.wa.gov to this announcement

A completed application packet will include: "Please ensure all attachments are not protected or restricted files."

• A cover letter regarding your interest in this position.
• Detailed chronological resume
• Three professional references with valid phone number (s) and an email address for each. Definition of "professional references" is listed in below Supplemental Information section.
• Copy of your unofficial transcript (if applicable).

• Flexible schedules
• Comprehensive compensation packages
• Training and development opportunities

Duties

Correctional Industries is committed to maintain and expand Incarcerated Individual work training programs which develop marketable skills, instill and promote positive work ethics, and reduce the tax burden of corrections. This position supports that objective by providing purchasing, accounting, billing, and customer service support for Correctional Industries at Airway Heights Corrections Center services provided to government agencies and nonprofit organizations in accordance with legislative mandate.

Ensure all optical jobs are billed properly to the appropriate entity:

Independently supervise day-to-day operation of the Accounts Payable and Receivable for CI Operations. Maintain compliance with CI Financial policies and procedures, OFM regulations as well as duties delegated by management:

Complete reports required by CI Headquarters Business Office:

Maintain outstanding, consistent customer service and provider satisfaction through effective communication with both internal and external customers, providers and CI Industries:

Perform other duties as assigned:

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• Two years full time work experience in financial reporting, procurement, accounting, accounts receivables, accounts payables, outsourcing or related field
• Two years medical billing, coding and invoicing
• One year experience providing assistance to customers regarding inquiries, complaints, or problems
• Basic computer knowledge (excel, word, etc.)
• Ability to take action to learn and grow
• Ability to take action to meet the needs of others

• Associate’s degree in accounting, business management or related fields from a College or University whose accreditations are recognized by the US Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or Foreign equivalent
• Three years of full-time work experience in Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or similar software/program used for production planning, scheduling, and inventory control used to manage manufacturing processes
• One year experience billing Provider One or other state medical agencies

• Maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Complete a felony disclosure form prior to employment and submit to a criminal background check
• Successfully complete, within mandated timeframes, employee orientation and all other mandatory annual, in-service and other required training
• Provide physical residential address and home telephone number to the Department of Corrections
• Become familiar and comply with all DOC policies and procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreements as applicable
• Submit to drug testing in accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement and agency policy
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
• This position may be represented by a union shop
• Must successfully complete CORE training program

Supplemental Information

Vision: Working together for safer communities.

Mission: Improving public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

Our Core Values:

1. Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
2. Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
3. People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
4. Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
5. Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• This recruitment may be utilized to fill more than one position. 
• Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
  **Please note:  Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.
• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire.  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.
• Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply. 
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration. 
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position. 
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire.  When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation fromwww.wes.organdwww.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.
• DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form. https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
• DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visitwww.uscis.gov.

Telework Details

This position may be allocated for telework. If authorized for the role, work may be performed from your home or another offsite location within the state of Washington using a reliable internet or cellular hotspot service at that time.  Employees are expected to perform assigned duties in a safe manner, to take proper care all state-issued equipment, and maintain confidentiality of all information in possession while working offsite.  Employees will be required to commute to a Department of Corrections facility or field office as business requires, to potentially include components of the onboarding process. Some offices will have a “drop in” area available, however, a dedicated workspace within a DOC facility will not be provided.

What We Offer: 

As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:

• Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
• Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 12 paid holidays a year
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

PERS: State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).  New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs.  For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.