Staff Management Auditor

Job Description and Duties

This position requires the incumbent to maintain consistent and regular attendance; communicate effectively (orally and in writing if both appropriate) in dealing with the public and/or other employees; develop and maintain knowledge and skill related to specific tasks, methodologies, materials, tools and equipment; complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner; and adhere to department policies and procedures regarding attendance, leave, and conduct.

Under the direction of the Senior Management Auditor, the incumbent provides supervision to a group of professional auditors in the Office of Audits. Ensure audit work is properly documented and sufficient to support conclusions and meets the Office of Audits’ established standards and applicable audit standards. Review audit work performed and completed by audit staff for accuracy, support, and conformance with general audit standards. Ensure audit work is completed in a timely manner. Exercise professional judgment in planning and performing audits, and in reporting results. Travel for the position is approximately 15% and may include weekend and/or overnight travel that may require an adjustment to the employee’s work schedule.

As of July 1st, 2026, the position is office-centered, and employees will be expected to report to the office at least four days per week. This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense.

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Working Conditions

The incumbent works in a high-rise office building in an enclosed, non-windowed office cubicle in a smoke-free environment. The work schedule is Monday through Friday. Mandatory overtime, including evening and weekend work, may be necessary during the year end closing process or when the department is mission tasked. Travel may be required locally and within the state.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

• When submitting application in hard copy, applicants are required to submit a standard state application (Form Std.678) with an original signature, and clearly indicate HRC0005725 in the “Job Title(s)” section of the Standard State Application or you will not be considered for the position.

• Please attach a copy of your transcripts (unofficial or official) to your application to ensure the educational requirements have been met for this position. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected.

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:

• Experience reviewing financial/compliance audits and providing feedback and guidance to submitting auditor.
• Experience using rules and regulations to analyze, develop and modify audit programs and procedures.
• Experience in staff recruitment.
• Experience training and developing staff.
• Experience in leading a group of auditors.
• Candidate's application is free of grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.
• Candidate's resume demonstrates good writing skills and is free of grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.
• Candidate's SOQ demonstrates good writing skills and is free of grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.

Benefits

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Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Instructions

Applicants must complete a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative discussion prepared by the applicant describing how the applicant's skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience qualify them for the position. Applications received without this information may not be considered for this position. SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name,” be no more than 2 pages, and no smaller than 12-point font.

1. Describe your experience leading a team in planning and executing audits from start to finish.
2. Describe your approach to onboarding new staff, including how you support employees on their telework days.
3. Describe your experience with the recruiting process.

Please note resumes, letters, Supplemental Questionnaire, transcripts, degrees, your state application, cover letters and other materials will not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications. Simply copying and pasting your resume will also not be accepted. Responses must be numbered and submitted in the same order. Applications received without an SOQ may be rejected. 

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.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Statement of Qualifications - See Statement of Qualifications Section below.