TJJD - Internal Auditor V – Advanced Senior Internal Auditor - (AUS) - 53463

How To Apply

Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available at https://www.tjjd.texas.gov/careers/)

1. TJJD Employment Application Supplement (HR-003)
2. Child Abuse Registry Check Consent Form (HR-028)
3. Disclosure of PREA Employment Standards Violation (HR-975)
4. Authorization to Release Information (HR-074)

Failure to complete and submit the above forms will cause delays in your consideration for this position.

Apply Online at https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/644/jobdetail.ftl?job=00053463&tz=GMT-05:00 and attach to the application the above additional forms along with copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).

Apply through Work-In-Texas at https://www.workintexas.com/vosnet/loginintro.aspx.  You will also need to complete and attach to the application the supplemental questions/forms indicated above along with a copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).  The additional forms are available at: https://www.tjjd.texas.gov/careers and can be submitted via email to:  HRJobs@TJJD.Texas.gov.

Please Note

Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years.  Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment (month & year), supervisor’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week.  If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete.  Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications.

Benefits

State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov.  Benefits include:  Retirement plan, paid group health & life insurance for employee, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program.  Optional add-on benefits include:  Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary AD&D Insurance, Dependent Health & Life insurance, Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc.  Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty.

General Description

The TJJD Internal Audit Division evaluates and assesses agency functions and new or changing services, processes, and operations.  The division consults with management to advise and assist them in ensuring adequate design and internal controls are built into processes, coordinating external audit activities, and following-up on recommendations issued as a result of audit work.

Works in partnership, and on audit teams, with other internal auditors to perform a variety of audits, including performance, financial, and compliance of TJJD divisions, programs, and contractors.  Work involves examining and analyzing administrative, operating, and/or accounting records, reports, and practices to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; preparing audit reports and other written communications; responding to inquiries; providing recommendations to improve the agency’s systems and service deliveries; and contributing to the overall accountability within the agency.  Requires extensive interaction with various staff within the agency throughout the audit process.

Career Path Promotion Opportunity:  The Internal Auditor job series has been established as a TJJD career path.  An employee is hired at a level corresponding with the career path education and experience requirements and may promote up to Internal Auditor IV without competing for a vacant position after the employee meets:  (1) the certification and/or experience requirements for the next higher level; and (2) the established performance criteria per agency policy (PRS.15.07).

Levels Of Work Performed:

Performs highly complex (senior-level) internal auditing work.  Performs complex to highly complex or large-scale audits.  Acts as an audit team lead, as directed.  Works under general to limited supervision, with moderate to considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Duties

Conducts on-site reviews and evaluations of program operations, including review of internal control systems and accounting records for adequacy, accuracy, and compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. 

Keeps appropriate staff apprised of audit progress and findings; acknowledges reasonable concerns expressed throughout the audit process; and provides technical advice on the requirements, liabilities, and penalties of compliance and non-compliance. 

Prepares detailed and comprehensive audit reports of findings, to include the audit objectives, methodologies, scope, results, and supporting evidence for conclusions; recommends changes in procedures, practices, and accountability measures; and recommends appropriate utilization of resources as needed and client responses to recommended changes. 

Collaborates with audited program staff to develop goals and objectives and identify the impact of recommended changes on the program area. 

Actively participates in pre-audit and post-audit meetings; prepares for such meetings and shares information; identifies concerns and trends; recommends improvements to resolve problems or enhance the delivery of services; and considers ideas and points of view from other staff members. 

Utilizes a variety of data analysis techniques to adequately conduct audit work to ensure compliance with standards and department policies.  Conducts or assists with conducting post-audit assessments. 

Collaborates with internal audit staff in meeting established objectives and goals; shares information, identifies concerns and trends, and recommends improvements to resolve problems or enhance internal audit operations; and collaborates in the development of auditing procedures and standards. 

• Collaborates with management staff to promote excellent performance, confidentiality, and a positive working environment.
• Acts as an audit team lead, as directed.
• Assists internal audit management with developing audit scopes, programs, objectives, project procedures, and deliverables.
• Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures:
• Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when possible.
• Completes required documentation in the event of an accident/injury within requested time frames.

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies.

Will be required to travel up to 15% of the time.

Actively embody and support the Texas Model by demonstrating its core values in daily tasks and interactions with others.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree.  Four (4) years of full-time wage-earning experience that may be a combination of the following: auditing, accounting, budget or other financial operations, evaluating financial systems, or evaluating program(s) effectiveness, efficiency, or compliance.  One year of the required experience must involve acting as an audit team lead for Internal or External Audit.

Experience And Education Substitutions:

• Completed course hours of graduate study may substitute for up to two years of experience on a basis of 12 graduate course hours for one year of experience.
• Pro-rated part-time experience may satisfy the experience requirement.
• Note:  Any degree, diploma, high school equivalent, or course hours required to meet minimum qualifications must be obtained from an accredited educational institution.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of generally accepted government auditing standards.
• Knowledge of international Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• Knowledge of accounting and auditing methods, procedures, and systems.
• Knowledge of management theory and program evaluation methods.
• Knowledge of business practices, business law, and governmental laws applicable to the field of auditing.
• Knowledge of computer technology principles, terminology, and automated systems.
• Skilled in operating computers and using applicable computer software.
• Skilled in using electronic working paper applications.
• Skilled in sampling techniques.
• Skilled in numerical analysis.
• Ability to accurately complete and assemble audit working papers.
• Ability to compose clear and concise audit reports.
• Ability to gather and analyze accurate and relevant audit information.
• Ability to evaluate accounting and management operations systems and documents for accuracy and legal conformance.
• Ability to establish rapport and build credibility with a wide array of internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to conduct field investigations, collect data, and prepare analytical reports.
• Ability to evaluate management operating procedures for adequate internal control, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders and maintain a professional, courteous demeanor.
• Ability to process information logically, make decisions, and demonstrate the soundness of those decisions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to lead and/or supervise the work of others, as applicable.
• Ability to work in excess of 40 hours per workweek and travel.

Physical Demands And Working Conditions

The following physical demands and working conditions are representative of those encountered and/or necessary for the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Analyzing

Alphabetizing

Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing

Ability To See

Ability to hear (with or without aid)

Ability to perform tactile discernment

Identify Colors

Depth Perception

Operate Motor Equipment

Lifting, up to 25 lbs.

Carrying, up to 25 lbs.

Pulling

Pushing

Walking

Standing

Sitting

Prolonged Sitting

Repeated Bending

Reaching Above Shoulder

Manual/Finger Dexterity

Dual Simultaneous Grasping

Twisting

Kneeling

Stooping

Climbing Stairs

Veterans

In order to receive veteran’s preference, a copy of your DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), VA disability rating (if applicable), or a DD Form 1300 (Report of Casualty) must be attached to your application.

Go to https://texasskillstowork.com/, https://www.onetonline.org/, or http://www.careeronestop.org/ for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets.

• Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor’s Office at 
• Accounting, Auditing, and Finance MOS Codes. 

Sponsorship

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Additional Information

If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview.  Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls.  If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center (https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en), you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.

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