Auditor

Job Description and Duties

The Position is headquartered in Sacramento. We offer free parking.

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 shall receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours PLP 2025 leave credits, monthly. The salary range(s) included in the job advertisement do not reflect the 3 percent reduction in pay.

Under direction of the Staff Management Auditor (SMA), the Associate Management Auditor (AMA) independently performs performance audits of the California Department of Aging (CDA) programs that are funded with state and federal funds and awarded by CDA to local agencies, such as Area Agencies on Aging (AAA) and Multipurpose Senior Services Programs (MSSP). The audits require a high level of independence and a thorough knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. The AMA shall have knowledge of, but not limited to, Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the ability to apply such standards and principles. The AMA is expected to have excellent verbal and written communication skills. The incumbent will be responsible for conducting all audit procedures for assigned audits, audit planning, reviewing Single Audit Reports (SARs), quality assurance of audits, continuing professional education, and other marginal duties.

To be considered for this position you must provide a completed Application and Resume.

Please ensure your application is complete with detailed job descriptions/tasks performed, employment beginning and ending date information, and hours worked per week. If you are using education to meet one of the patterns of the minimum qualifications, please upload a copy of your degree or transcript(s) with your application package.

New to state candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of the alternate salary range when applicable. Placement to alternate range may be based on education or experience identified in your state application.

Examination Information

Those interested in obtaining employment with the California Department of Aging must apply and compete through the State recruitment process (3 Steps To A State Job). Applicants who successfully pass the examination will be placed on an eligibility list used to recruit for positions.

To apply for the examination for this position, click on the link below to search for the examination and follow the “How to Apply” instructions in the examination announcement: CalCareers Exam/Assessment Search

If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination, except when your list eligibility expires. For questions regarding the examination process and/or career opportunities with the California Department of Aging, please contact the Human Resources Branch at View email address on us.fitly.work

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Working Conditions

The physical work location of the position is designated at the department's headquarters location, a three-story building and standard office modular workspace located in Natomas. The duties of the position require sitting for long periods of time while using a personal computer, reviewing documents, and attending meetings whether they are digital (i.e., Zoom, WebEx, MS Teams, etc.) or in person.

Special Requirements

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete Form 700within 30 days of appointment and once per year. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

Do NOT include ANY confidential information in your application on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) status, medical information, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of the applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver's license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined a candidate does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file and appeal with the State Personnel Board.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, please include a copy of your unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation. Below is the link to a list of approved agencies.

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:

• Knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), local government operations, and internal controls.
• Ability to provide clear, concise audit reports, analysis, and correspondence.
• Ability to exercise good judgement when researching, gathering and analyzing information, drawing sound conclusions, and making recommendations.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Flexible and can work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Positive attitude and strive for excellence
• Strong skills in utilizing various Microsoft Office software applications, including EWP software such as TeamMate.

Benefits

To learn more about benefits for State employees, visit the page on the CalHR website.

CDA is located close to downtown and is easily accessible from various main thoroughfares (i.e. Interstate-5 and Interstate-80). Employees enjoy a great team environment with amenities including: FREE PARKING  and close to various dining and shopping choices in the Natomas area.

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 required and must be included.