Associate Management Auditor - Retired Annuitant

Job Description and Duties

Are you looking for a job where you can use your knowledge and skills to ensure that the Department of Water Resources (DWR) meets its objectives and adheres to its mission? DWR’s Internal Audit Office (IAO) in the Executive Division is looking for an experienced Retired Annuitant (RA) Associate Management Auditor (AMA) with excellent analytical, technical, communicative, and interpersonal skills. Success in our office comes to those individuals who are driven to adding value to the organization and others.

The IAO’s goal is to add value by providing independent and objective assurance that DWR’s internal controls are functioning as intended, also to ensure DWR complies with laws, regulations, policies, and standards. The IAO conducts risk-based audits and assignments via a systematic and disciplined approach. The IAO also oversees the investigative unit that conducts independent investigations relating to the misconduct of Department employees, contractors, and grant recipients.

Under the general direction of the IAO Manager, the RA AMA will perform a wide variety of complex internal audits, evaluations, and internal consultations to enhance DWR’s programs and functions. The Incumbent’s duties include all phases of an audit and the development of findings and recommendations to ensure DWR can meet its organizational objectives. The Incumbent will also complete other assignments as directed and has access to confidential and sensitive information. Maintaining regular, consistent, and predictable attendance is essential for this position.

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Special Requirements

This position is covered in the Political Reform Act and requires financial disclosure within 30 days of the first and last day physically worked in a covered position and annually by April 1st.

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:

Must have at least three years’ experience in conducting internal audits using a risk-based approach.

Must have at least three years’ experience in assessing the design and effectiveness of internal controls.

Experience in developing audit programs and testing procedures.

Experience providing recommendations to management and getting buy-in.

Ability to exercise sound professional judgment, act with integrity.

Experience analyzing complex situations accurately.

Experience providing timely and clear communication.

Ability to work independently and collaborate with others to complete assignments.

Database/systems experience is a plus.

Benefits

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Special Instructions

To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678) and a Statement of Qualifications. A resume is optional. Please reference SAP Position #50058650 and Job Control #514702 in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.

Statement of Qualifications: A 2-page max. typed document in Arial 12-point font that addresses the following questions:

(1) Describe the audit areas you have done using a risk-based audit approach. Include examples to illustrate how you evaluated risks.

(2) Explain why you are the best candidate for this position.

The following basis of eligibility will be considered: List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, SROA/Surplus, and training and development assignment.

Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

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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 - See Special Instructions for additional details.