The purpose of this exam is to test your understanding of the material presented in the Department of Audits Public Officer Training Self-Paced Study Course. The exam questions are drawn from the various course materials:
- Module 1 Video – Fiscal Responsibilities: This module discusses the roles of the Governing Body, Mayor, Treasurer, and Clerk. It also touches on the election process and ethics.
- Module 2 Video – Internal Controls: This module focuses on the importance of internal controls by discussing the basic elements of internal controls as defined in the COSO framework. It also walks through some basic application of the elements.
- Module 3 Video – Meeting and Minutes: This module discusses meetings and the minutes. It will migrate into how to run a public meeting, how often public meetings are held, and what financial reports to expect and evaluate in a public meeting. For meeting minutes, this module discusses publishing requirements, required content, and recommended format.
- Module 4 Video – Reporting Requirements: This module discusses various state and federal reporting requirements. It will go into the dues dates, the types of documents, and delinquency repercussions. The module finishes with a discussion on the retention schedule, specifically, the purpose and who to contact.
- Module 5 Video – Depositories: This module discusses how to identify, select, and maintain authorized depositories.
- Module 6 Video – Investments, Payroll, & Grants: This module provides a very basic understanding of Investments, Payroll, & Grants.
- Wyoming Municipality Handbook - This handbook provides guidance specifically for Cities and Towns. Download from the public funds website at: https://audit.wyo.gov/public-funds/resources
- Wyoming Special District Handbook -
This handbook provides guidance specifically for special districts. Download from the public funds website at : https://audit.wyo.gov/public-funds/resources
This exam cannot be taken in part. It must be taken all in the same session. Once the exam is complete and submitted, the Department of Audit will send an email informing you whether you have passed or failed within 2 weeks. If you passed, you will also receive a completion certificate.
