Internal Auditor

Job Description and Duties

If you applied for JC – 520375, you do not need to re-apply again as JC – 520375 will be considered.

• This is a 12-month limited-term position that may be extended to 24 months with the possibility of becoming permanent.

Please Note: Due to postal service delays, electronic submission of application is recommended.

Please see the Duty Statement link, found in the Additional Documents section, for more information.

Applicants are highly encouraged to complete a Recruitment Questionnaire, located at:

In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

• Up to 20% percent travel throughout the State may be required.

• This position will be headquartered in Sacramento.

Special Requirements

All job applicants must provide their employment history on the application form (State Application STD 678) rather than attaching a resume to the form, otherwise the application may be considered incomplete.

1. Do NOT include ANY confidential information 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, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

2. 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 an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

The minimum qualifications can be found in the Staff Services Management Auditor  classification specifications.

Benefits

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

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

Statement of Qualifications submissions must be in PDF form

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• If selected for interviews, candidates may be subject to a written exercise related to the duties of this position.

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ)

The Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678), resume, and SOQ may be used to evaluate and screen applicants; therefore, it is critical that each candidate include specific information and examples on how the candidate’s background meets the qualifications.

The SOQ is a narrative discussion of the experience, education, and/or training required for this position. Applications received without an SOQ and resume may be disqualified from consideration. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered as responses to this SOQ.

When preparing the SOQ, please follow these guidelines:

• The information provided must be complete and presented in a clear and concise manner.

• The SOQ must be typewritten using Tahoma 11-point font with 1” margins.

• The completed SOQ must not be more than (3) pages, single-spaced.

• Restate the question along with its corresponding number, followed by the response.

• When completing the SOQ, include all relevant experience, education, and/or training, as applicable, and explain all answers thoroughly. Include in each response the date(s) and organization(s) for each relevant experience, education, and training.

The SOQ must be answered and addressed in the following order:

1. Describe your experience, education, and/or training related to research and analysis.

2. Describe your experience, education, and/or training in presenting information to individuals at varying levels of an organization.

3. Describe your experience, education, and/or training in project management principles, including how you have applied these principles to successfully plan, execute, and monitor projects.

4. Describe your experience, education, and/or training developing and maintaining effective professional relationships with team members, and/or business partners. Include examples of how you have fostered collaboration, communication, and trust.

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.
• Statement of Qualifications - Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is REQUIRED and must be submitted with your application to be considered for this position. Failure to include the Statement of Qualifications as required shall result in disqualification from the hiring process. Please see the section labeled "Statement of Qualifications" for further information.