Internal Audits Unit Manager Apply
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is currently hiring for an Internal Audits Unit Manager within our Office of Compliance (OOC).
The OOC conducts work on behalf of CDPH related to the Workplace Violence Prevention Program, Equal Employment Opportunity Program, investigations of allegations related to workplace violence, discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, denials of reasonable accommodations and whistleblower. OOCs workload also includes internal audits, grant compliance reviews for CDPH subrecipients, enterprise risk and compliance management activities, and serving as a liaison for all external auditing entities.
We are looking for someone with extensive knowledge of, and experience applying, professional audit standards including, but not limited to, the Definition of Internal Auditing, the Code of Ethics, the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (Red Book), and the Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government (Green Book). Your expertise will help improve Department governance, risk management, and control processes.
The deadline to apply is March 28, 2024, at 11:59PM Pacific Standard Time. Please reach out to Apply@cdph.ca.gov with any questions.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise and provide technical guidance and direction to audit staff in performing and/or coordinating internal audit functions and personally perform some of the most difficult, complex, or sensitive audit tasks
- Provide leadership, direction, and training to audit staff conducting a wide variety of complex compliance, program, and performance audits, management and whistleblower inquiries, and other investigations, such as audits conducted of the Department by external entities
- Provide advice and technical assistance to improve Department governance, risk management, and control processes, including establishing and maintaining internal performance metrics
- Facilitate meetings and conferences between Department executive staff and external auditors; assist Department management with responding to audit findings; and track all open audit recommendations and performs necessary follow-up, as directed
- Formulate, implement, manage, and evaluate policy and long-range planning of internal audit activities, such as fraud, waste, abuse, and conflict-of-interest investigations, special program reviews, and special projects
- Supervise staff performance and complete administrative functions of the Internal Audits Unit including, but not limited to, allocating staff resources; establishing program priorities; participating in the recruitment and selection of Unit staff; evaluating staff performance; reviewing and approving annual Individual Development Plans and training plans; and taking appropriate corrective action to ensure staff meet work requirements, as necessary
Desirable Qualifications:
- Minimum of four (4) years of auditing and/or accounting experience or management consultant experience, which shall have involved preparing reports and presenting recommendations to management
- Strong technical knowledge and experience of California and federal auditing authority and guidelines
- Excellent communication (both oral and written), good listening, and interpersonal skills
- Strong knowledge of the organization and operations of CDPH programs Ability to research and apply State and federal regulations and funding requirements
- Strong organizational, time management, and planning skills to ensure internal audit program goals and objectives are met
- Strong leadership skills and demonstrated initiative, including the ability to lead team audits
- Strong staff development skills and the ability to promote trust and credibility with staff and peers
- Ability to organize detailed audit reports, including analysis of complex factual scenarios, and making objective determinations from the analysis
- Ability to communicate determinations or project findings in a clear, concise, and well-organized manner
- Ability to anticipate the impact of changes, demonstrate flexibility, and willingness to embrace changes
At CDPH equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of Californias diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.
New to State Service? The following steps will navigate you through the application process:
1. Create a CalCareer account by going to https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/Login.aspx.
2. Confirm that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position you are wanting to apply for. A link to view minimum qualifications is listed on each job posting.
3. After confirming that you meet the minimum qualifications, take, and pass the corresponding examination. Most exams are available online and can be found on CalCareers under the Exam/Assessment Search tab. Please note, while candidates are welcome to apply to positions without taking the examination, candidates pass the examination prior to appointment. Please review the minimum qualifications thoroughly, prior to beginning the examination.
4. Apply! Follow all directions and be sure to submit all requested documentation.
Link to Apply: https://bit.ly/49LKxuZ
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $7,098.00 - $9,259.00 per month
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- California: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
