Grant Audit Manager

Job Description and Duties

SENIOR MANAGEMENT AUDITIOR / AUDITS OFFICE / SACRAMENTO HEADQUARTERS

The reporting location for this position is 715 P Street in Sacramento, CA. This position will work under the general direction of the Supervising Management Auditor.

The Grant Audit Manager leads the Grant Audit Unit and oversees a team responsible for conducting in-depth management audits. This role ensures that administrative and operational controls, as well as contracts, comply with accepted internal control standards and safeguard Department resources. The Grant Audit Manager serves as the lead and subject matter expert on complex and sensitive audits, independently conducting audits of significant scope and risk to assess internal controls and improve compliance and efficiency. The position also keeps executive management informed of audit progress, implements policies and procedures, and monitors performance against the annual audit plan. This role provides technical guidance to audit staff by reviewing working papers, reports, and preliminary results to ensure audit objectives and professional standards are met. Responsibilities include advising on auditing standards, managing highly complex or confidential audits, and preparing or reviewing reports and memorandums to ensure clarity, completeness, and supporting evidence. The incumbent also serves as a subject matter expert for audit management software, providing technical assistance and training. In addition, the Grant Audit Manager performs supervisory and administrative functions, including monitoring staff performance, identifying training needs, administering leave and attendance, approving travel, and participating in recruitment and selection activities.

Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license is required. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.

Training and Development Assignments may be considered. This position is designated as telework eligible-remote centered.

State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Jasdeep Uppal at 916-902-8800 or [email protected]

This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting .

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The percentage of the temporary salary reduction and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are determined by the position’s assigned bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the temporary salary reduction. For additional information regarding PLP 2025, please click

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Working Conditions

The work environment includes prolonged periods of standing, bending, and sitting, with regular overnight travel required. Duties are performed in a high-rise building within an open office environment. The position requires the ability to use a computer keyboard and read from computer screens for extended periods throughout the da y.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

Occasional travel may be required.

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a discussion of how an applicant's education, training, experience, and skills meet the criteria in the duty statement and qualify the applicant for the position.

Please include a 1-2 page(s), 12-point font, Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) that describes your experience as it relates to this position/Duty Statement. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ.

Failure to include and complete the SOQ may result in disqualification for interview.

1. Describe your experience in the examination of grantees and internal controls for purposes of evaluating compliance with policies, contracts, regulations, and laws.
2. Describe your experience leading and developing audit staff during audits. Include specific examples of how you provided direction, coaching, or technical guidance that improved audit quality, staff capability, or project outcomes.
3. Describe your ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to present information and audit issues before various audiences

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. If selected for the position transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)

SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

The ideal candidate demonstrates the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with open-mindedness, flexibility, and tact, while effectively managing stress and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment. They apply strong problem-solving skills and critical and creative thinking to their work, and communicate professionally and effectively with the public, governmental partners, and staff at all levels. The candidate understands, follows, and supports the enforcement of safety rules and procedures, while fostering positive working relationships and maintaining the confidence and cooperation of others. They are able to manage multiple and shifting priorities, consistently meet deadlines, and complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner. The ideal candidate maintains regular and reliable attendance and demonstrates a commitment to ongoing professional development by building and maintaining knowledge and skills related to the position.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Additional Instructions

If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position # 549-027-4161-002 and the Job Control # JC-513552 in the “Examination or Job Title for which you are applying” section on the STD. 678.

Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.

Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please see "Special Requirements"