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Internal Auditor Position

Under the supervision of the Director Internal Audit or other appropriate professional or designated supervisor, Internal Auditors plan and conduct comprehensive internal audits of departmental programs to advise management whether established policies, practices and procedures are effectively and efficiently executed, to determine that assets and resources are efficiently utilized and adequately safeguarded, and to ensure that adequate internal controls exist and function properly. They prepare reports of reviews and appraisals of existing operating practices and recommend appropriate improvements where necessary.

The position performs responsibilities in accordance with all current and amended, DMNA policies and procedures, federal and state statutes, and where applicable, the contract bargaining agreement and requirements of the National Guard Bureau (NGB), specifically the Master Cooperative Agreement (MCA) and supporting regulations. The position may report to state and/or federal supervisory personnel.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Evaluates and appraises agency's operations for financial, economic and programmatic efficiency and compliance with established standards, statutes, and regulations
• Examines source documents, records and reports relating to the activity under study
• Documents works in conformance with established standards
• Discusses administrative and operating practices with appropriate department personnel
• Evaluates and appraises operations for compliance with established procedures and evaluates procedures for effectiveness and efficiency
• Prepares reports and recommendations
• Assists in the preparation of official audit reports
• Assists in the development of audit procedures
• Provides assistance to external auditors
• Reviews agency programs, functions, and systems for adequacy and effectiveness
• Conducts analysis of risk assessment findings
• Assists with agency investigations
• Assists with the formulation of plans of corrective action to address deficiencies
• May provide guidance and training on internal audit policies to ensure an understanding of the audit process, standards, and goals
• Participates in committees and task forces geared towards operational improvement
• Ensures work is compliant with provisions of the New York State Governmental Accountability, Audit and Internal Control Act
• Attend meetings at various locations
• Assists in the training and supervision of subordinate personnel
• Periodic overtime may be required
• Periodic travel may be required to other facilities using various modes of transportation; to attend training; or other requirements related to duties as needed
• Perform other job duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Knowledge and experience in professional internal control and audit standards
• Knowledge of applicable laws, rules and regulations
• Knowledge of Federal, State and local agency operations and policies
• Knowledge of government operations
• Required to have or successfully complete within 90 days of appointment, all SFS training as related to purchasing, requisitions and reconciliation
• Experience in multi-tasking and prioritizing multiple deadlines
• Ability to train and supervise subordinates
• Ability to perform tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to prepare written material in a clear and concise form
• Ability to read and write in English
• Ability to get along with and interact well with different groups of people, including co-workers and management comprised of both Federal and State personnel
• Ability to organize and analyze facts, and to draw logical conclusions
• Ability to provide direction and training to staff in effective personnel procedures
• Ability to review and understand complex and lengthy documents while at the same time proofread and make editing recommendations
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Must have strong organizational skills
• Must have working knowledge of computers to include use of electronic mail (e-mail), MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint and experience using database software
• Must attend and complete additional training as required
• Demonstrate reliability and trustworthiness
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• May require periodic travel to state and federal facilities throughout the state
• May require overtime