Internal Auditor

Internal Auditor

Job no: 5104696

Work type: Wage (Hourly)

Location: Richmond (City), Virginia

Categories: Administrative Services

Title: Internal Auditor

State Role Title: Auditor I

Hiring Range: $24.63 - $27.33

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice

Location: Central Office

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) protects the public by preparing court-involved youth to be successful citizens. DJJ is committed to excellence in public safety by providing effective interventions that improve the lives of youth, strengthening both families and communities within the Commonwealth.

DJJ is currently seeking an Internal Auditor. This role will provide independent and objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the agency's operations. Conducts risk based financial, compliance, operational, and information systems audits of DJJ units and systems in order to: 1) evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the agency's system of internal controls, 2) review the reliability and integrity of Departmental data, 3) determine compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and DJJ policies and procedures, 4) ascertain whether agency assets are properly safeguarded, and 5) assess the economy and efficiency of operations. This position will also perform special projects as assigned by management.

Job responsibilities include, but not limited:

• Ability to research, interpret, summarize, and/or evaluate compliance with pertinent laws, regulations, policies, etc.
• Ability to work in a team setting or independently with minimal guidance.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism and sound judgment.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

This is an hourly/wage position and is limited to 1500 hours to average 29 hours per week in a 12-month period. This position does not include the state benefit package.

Previous applicants not need to reapply.

Minimum Qualifications

• Equivalent level of education and experience in accounting or related field.
• Education and or experience in applying accounting principles and or professional auditing standards.
• Education and/or experience in analyzing internal control systems and procedures.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access software.
• Experience assisting with process improvement project/tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various levels of management.

Additional Considerations

• Experience working in an independent environment with little or no direct supervision.
• Experience identifying and documenting processes.
• Experience working with a government agency.
• CIA/CPA/CFE or CISA certification.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Lay off Policy 1.3: If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

DJJ Welcomes Veterans: DJJ is committed to hiring and retaining veterans. If applicable, please submit form DD-214 with your state application. Please include your name and the position number in which you are applying along with the DD-214.

Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

Status Updates/Confirmation: Once you submit your online application, you will instantly receive an application confirmation number. You may use this number to track the status of your application during the recruitment process. Please refer to your account for the status of your application. Updates will not be provided via telephone.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources Department for further assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Department of Juvenile Justice practices fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information

Name: Bianca D. Stewart Williams, Talent Acquisition Consultant

Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io

Email: View email address on click.appcast.io

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Advertised: 06 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 10 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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