Review Vacancy
AgencyState Police, Division of
Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $66951 to $85138 Annually
Duties Description The internal audit function for the Division of State Police is the responsibility of the Professional Standards Bureau. The Deputy Superintendent – Professional Standards Bureau has been designated by the Superintendent as the agency’s Director of Internal Audit. The internal audit function is carried out through routine inspections and reviews of the Division’s operations and programs resulting in reports and follow-up review to the Superintendent and specific program managers with recommendations for corrective action.
Under the general direction of Staff Inspectors, the Internal Auditor will serve as a member of the internal audit teams and will work jointly with sworn members assigned to the Professional Standards Bureau. The Internal Auditor will assist with the planning and execution of comprehensive internal audits of departmental programs and units engaged in financial transactions. The Internal Auditor will participate in quality assurance initiatives to advise management whether established policies, practices and procedures are effectively and efficiently being executed. The general duties of the position will include, but not be limited to the following:
DUTIES
Determine that assets and resources are efficiently utilized and adequately safeguarded.
Ensure that adequate managerial and accounting controls exist and function properly.
Examine source documents, records and reports relative to the activity under study.
Discuss administrative and operating practices with appropriate personnel. Assist with identifying “best practices” and facilitating the sharing of this information.
Evaluate and appraise operations for compliance with established procedures and evaluate procedures for effectiveness and efficiency. Participate in vulnerability assessments and problem-oriented audits.
Prepare reports and recommendations and assist in the preparation of final audit reports.
Assist Professional Standards Bureau investigative teams with financial crimes investigations.
Assist in the training and supervision of Division personnel assigned to the Audit Section of the Professional Standards Bureau.
Act as liaison with external auditors evaluating State Police practices and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, business management, computer science, computer information systems or related information technology field, criminal justice, economics, engineering, finance, mathematics, public administration, public or community health, public policy, political science or statistics,
AND
Either two (2) years of qualifying experience in conducting internal audits or program research, review and appraisal,
OR
Designation as a Certified Internal Auditor by the Institute of Internal Auditors; OR bachelor’s degree in the areas specified above and successful completion of a two-year traineeship.
Minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date of the posting.
Additional Comments Resumes will be evaluated to determine whether candidates will proceed to the interview phase of the process.
Applicants must clearly demonstrate satisfaction of the minimum qualifications as described in the job posting by including this information in their resume; credit will not be given for experience or education that is not listed directly on the resume (e.g. in a cover letter or other supporting application materials). All statements are subject to verification, including transcript review.
The New York State Police values a diverse and inclusive workforce where the unique skills of all employees are valued in support of the mission of the Division. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without the regard to age, race, color, religion, gender identity and expression, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. The New York State Police is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that accept all applications from a wide range of candidates.
The New York State Police complies with federal and state laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with the disabilities and/or sincerely held religious belief. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Division Personnel Office at (518) 457-3840 or personnel@troopers.ny.gov.
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