Auditor 1

Salary: $53,008.00 - $80,646.00 Annually
Location : Dauphin County, PA
Job Type: Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: CS-2026-60357-03620
Department: Pennsylvania State Police
Division: SP Firearms Admin Sect
Opening Date: 10/14/2026
Closing Date: 10/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code: 03620
Union: AFSCME
Bargaining Unit: A4
Pay Group: ST06
Bureau / Division Code: 00209431
Bureau / Division: Bureau of Records and Identification/Firearms Administration Section
Worksite Address: 1800 Elmerton Avenue
City: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 17110
Contact Name: PSP Human Resource Civilian Placement
Contact Email: View email address on click.appcast.io


THE POSITION
Are you ready to utilize your keen eye for detail to help keep Pennsylvania communities safe? The Auditor 1 with the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) plays an important role in supporting public safety by reviewing firearm dealer records. This position offers a meaningful way to use your detail-oriented approach to protect communities across the state. You will work with a team that values accuracy, fairness, and teamwork. Join an agency where your dedication helps uphold trusted standards!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position reviews dealer accounts and conducts audits to ensure that firearm businesses follow state and federal requirements. As an Auditor 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Account Review: Examine reconciled accounts and documents for accuracy and identify issues that need correction
• Staff Guidance: Provide instruction and support to staff and help manage unit workflow
• Audit Work: Conduct internal and on-site audits of firearm dealers and prepare written reports
• Compliance Evaluation: Analyze dealer records to determine compliance and discuss violations and corrective steps
• Agency Coordination: Work with PSP troops, sheriffs, and other agencies during audit investigations and meetings
• Log Monitoring: Review unit logs and correspondence to ensure proper procedures are followed

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• FREE parking!
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Four years of accounting and/or auditing experience; and fifteen (15) college level credits in accounting; or
• One year of experience as a Financial Programs Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training which includes fifteen (15) college level credits in accounting and auditing.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.

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*Eligibility rules apply.
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Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Financial Programs Trainee for one or more years full-time?

• Yes
• No

02


If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Have you completed 15 semester credits of college coursework in accounting? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

• Yes
• No

04


Have you completed 3 semester credits of college coursework in finance?If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

• Yes
• No

05


Are you currently licensed as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)?

• Yes
• No

06


If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide your CPA license number. If you answered "No" to the above question, type N/A in the text box below.
07


Have you completed a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field?If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

• Yes
• No

08


How much college coursework have you completed?If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

• 120 credits or more
• 90 but less than 120 credits
• 60 but less than 90 credits
• 30 but less than 60 credits
• Less than 30 credits
• None

09


How many years of full-time accounting and/or auditing experience do you possess?

• 4 years or more
• 3 but less than 4 years
• 2 but less than 3 years
• 1 but less than 2 years
• Less than 1 year
• None

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.


If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our

• Yes

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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - CONDUCTS AUDITS
Conducts low and medium risk performance and financially related audits. Utilizes data mining techniques such as classification, clustering, and forecasting to identify high-risk transactions and areas where audit resources should be expended. Applies analytical methods to identify patterns, trends, benchmarks, and irregularities. Synthesizes information obtained through analysis to draw conclusions. Analyzes, evaluates, and reports on the effectiveness of financial and operational management controls. Makes recommendations for corrective action as necessary.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience utilizing financial data mining techniques such as classification, clustering, and forecasting. I was responsible for applying various analytical methods in order to evaluate and report on the effectiveness of financial and operational management controls. I was responsible for making recommendations for corrective action.
• B. I have experience utilizing financial data mining techniques such as classification, clustering, and forecasting. I was responsible for applying various analytical methods in order to evaluate and report on the effectiveness of financial and operational management controls. Someone else was responsible for making recommendations for corrective action.
• C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to auditing or data analysis.
• D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
2. The actual duties you performed related to utilizing financial data mining techniques to conduct audits.
3. Your level of responsibility.

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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

1. College/University
2. Course Title
3. Credits/Clock Hours

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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - TRANSACTION TESTING
Performs tests on accounting transactions, corrections, and journal entries to ensure compliance by analyzing various accounting techniques that are used to project and reconcile financial and operational data within established policies and procedures. Recommends modifications to the processing, recording, and classification of transactions and account balances.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience analyzing or testing accounting transactions, corrections, or journal entries in order to ensure compliance. I was responsible for recommending modifications to the processing, recording, or classifications of transactions and account balances.
• B. I have experience analyzing or testing accounting transactions, corrections, or journal entries in order to ensure compliance. Someone else was responsible for recommending modifications to the processing, recording, or classifications of transactions and account balances that I tested.
• C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to accounting or business finance.
• D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
2. The actual duties you performed related to testing transactions.
3. Your level of responsibility.

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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

1. College/University
2. Course Title
3. Credits/Clock Hours

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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - SYSTEM TESTING
Performs system testing to ensure that a uniform and cost-effective system of accounting and financial controls have been designed and implemented and funds and inventories are accounted for. Monitors compliance with established accounting standards and organizational policy. Identifies areas of risk related to the accuracy and completeness of financial transactions, statements, and reports. Recommends procedural changes to eliminate unacceptable risk.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience performing system testing to ensure accountability of funds and inventories. I was responsible for recommending changes to eliminate unacceptable risk.
• B. I have experience performing system testing to ensure accountability of funds and inventories. Someone else was responsible for recommending changes to eliminate unacceptable risk.
• C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to information technology.
• D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
2. The actual duties you performed related to testing systems.
3. Your level of responsibility.

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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

1. College/University
2. Course Title
3. Credits/Clock Hours

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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Authors narrative and statistical reports that convey the findings of audits and audit-related assignments. Reports include information such as results of testing, organizational compliance with rules and regulations, current or potential risk, as well as recommendations for corrective action to identified deficiencies.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience preparing narrative or statistical reports. I was responsible for the final written report that conveyed findings such as results of testing, organizational compliance, current or potential risk, as well as recommendations for corrective action.
• B. I have experience preparing narrative or statistical reports. Someone else was responsible for the final written report that conveyed findings such as results of testing, organizational compliance, current or potential risk, as well as recommendations for corrective action.
• C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business writing, technical writing, English composition, or journalism.
• D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
2. The actual duties you performed related to preparing written documents.
3. Your level of responsibility.

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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

1. College/University
2. Course Title
3. Credits/Clock Hours

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