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Working Title: Lead Internal Auditor

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Coordinator

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 84708

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 03/10/2025

• Closing Date : 03/31/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office

• Division/Unit : DHS - Central Office / Internal Audits Office 2

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $36.71 - $54.60 / hourly; $76,650 - $114,004 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

* Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) (Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available .*

As the Lead Internal Auditor, you will support the Department of Human Services’ (DHS) Internal Audit Director and Deputy Audit Director and be responsible for carrying out the daily operations of the Internal Audit and Investigations Unit. The incumbent leads the team by planning, conducting, and evaluating audits and reviews of programs and their inter-related processes using accepted internal audit and internal control standards.

This position will serve as the team lead and expert on operations and compliance audits of the agency. It will independently plan and perform audits and special reviews as assigned by the Internal Audit Deputy Director. This position will help agencies protect State assets with appropriate internal controls; recommend improvements in policies, procedures, practices and controls; provide assurance to management that proper controls, reviews, risk management and governance processes are in place; and provide consultative services to the agency on sensitive topics adding value within the organization.

Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:

• Leadfinancial,compliance,and/orprogramaudits,reviews,andconsultingengagementsofinternal operations.

• Direct and review the work of other auditors to ensure the proper preparation of final reports.

• Conduct highly sensitive and discreet investigations of alleged improprieties involving at times complicatedschemesto defraudcomplexand highlyregulatedprogramsadministeredbythe State.

• Provide expert consultancy services and lead, facilitate, and participate in discussions on key internal controls issuesthatplan,decide,direct,implementandcreatepolicythatimpactsinternalcontrolsovera widevarietyof programareas.

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month, day and year for each job held.

Three (3) years of experience in managing audits. Experience must demonstrate:

• Managing and leadingaudits,includingdevelopingalong-rangeaudit plan.

• Leadingandconductingfinancialand/orcomplianceengagements(auditsand/or reviews)of records including investigations of fraud, waste and/or abuse.

• Broad and extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Broad and extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and Government Auditing Standards (GAS).

Preferred Qualifications

• Participation in professional organizations (ex. Institute of Internal Auditors chapter).

• Experience with governmental auditing standards.

• Knowledge of Humanresourcepolicies,procedures,andlaborcontracts.

• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – DHS will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.