Review Vacancy
AgencyMotor Vehicles, Department of
TitleInternal Auditor 3, G-27 (Internal Control Officer)
Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $106898 to $131665 Annually
Duties Description This position will serve as the agency’s Internal Control Officer responsible for establishing, maintaining, and ensuring appropriate internal controls are in place to protect DMV employees, assets, and information while also ensuring the agency is functioning effectively and efficiently. The ICO will be responsible for developing positive working relationships with key process owners, leadership, and other stakeholders to build awareness about the importance of implementing a strong internal control environment. The ICO position is located in Albany. Duties of the ICO will include, but not be limited to the following:
• Oversee the Office of Internal Controls within DMV.
• Establish and maintain a system of internal control and a program of internal control review that complies with all requirements of the NYS Internal Control Act and internal control standards (COSO, GAO, IIA standards), as well as any related legislative, executive, and administrative mandates.
• Implement education and training efforts to ensure that all employees achieve adequate awareness and understanding of risk and control concepts.
• Prepare annual certifications for various control agencies (DOB, OSC, and SFS).
• Provide consultative support to agency managers to assist them in meeting internal control requirements.
• Identify internal control weaknesses and implement effective solutions, as appropriate.
• Facilitate the agency’s process for drafting, review and approval of policies, standards, and guidelines.
• Represent the agency on internal control matters with external organizations, such as the NYS Internal Control Association (NYSICA).
• Establish cooperative liaisons with other Internal Control Officers and control agencies to further enhance the agency’s ability to learn of best practices for possible implementation.
• Work cooperatively with the agency’s Internal Audit Department to identify and mitigate agency risk.
• Prepare reports and deliver presentations to managers and other staff on the results of internal control assessments, provide recommendations for remediation and operational improvements and provide periodic progress updates.
• Develop and implement trainings, reference materials and other educational offerings for DMV staff and managers to help communicate agency policies and procedures related to internal controls.
• Foster collaborative partnerships with Internal Control Officers from other NYS agencies in order to stay abreast of new and emerging internal control techniques and best practices that could be implemented at the DMV.
Minimum Qualifications To be eligible for the Internal Auditor 3, G-27 position you must meet one of the following conditions as detailed below:
1. Eligible for appointment from the Internal Auditor 3, G-27 eligible list
2. In a G-25/M-1 or higher title that meets criteria for 70.1 or 52.6 transfer
3. For provisional appointment*: One year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service as an Associate Internal Auditor, Associate Internal Auditor (Data Processing Application), Associate Internal Auditor (Data Processing Operations), Associate Internal Auditor (Investments & Cash Management), Internal Auditor 2, Internal Auditor 2 (Investments & Cash Management), or Internal Auditor 2 (Systems).
*A provisional appointment is authorized by §65 of the Civil Service Law when there are fewer than three list eligibles willing to accept appointment to the position. In order to be provisionally appointed to the posted title, the candidate must meet the minimum qualifications as specified above. If offered a provisional appointment to the position, the candidate must take the next examination to be held for this title and be reachable on the subsequent established eligible list.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, compliance, business administration or a related field.
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant accounting, auditing and/or internal controls experience that demonstrates an increasing level of complexity and responsibility.
• Experience designing, testing and implementing internal controls, and reviewing business processes.
• Working knowledge of the Standards for Internal Control in NYS Government and the Internal Controls Act.
• Experience in the application of internal controls and/or risk management principles; the implementation or maintenance of an enterprise risk management or internal controls program; application of a compliance or audit program; evaluating operational risk, continuous improvement, quality control management, or reviewing enterprise-wide exposure; or related field.
• Extensive knowledge of agency operations and relevant legislative and regulatory environments.
• Excellent presentation skills and verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex issues simply.
• Ability to build and maintain productive and collaborative relationships with staff at all levels of an organization.
• Organized and proactive with the ability to self-manage competing priorities and tight deadlines.
• Availability for periodic travel within NYS, once travel resumes.
• Prior work experience in NYS government in an audit or internal control capacity.
• Certification as a CPA, CIA, CRMA, CISA, CRISC, CISM, or CFE.
• Experience using Teammate+, data analytics and data visualization platforms.
Additional Comments Hours of the position will be discussed at the time of interview, including questions regarding Flextime, AWS/Compressed work week and Telecommuting.
There are many benefits to working for the DMV! Including:
o Paid Leave
o Paid Holidays
o Pension
o Health Insurance
o Dental & Vision Coverage
o Flex Spending
o Voluntary 457B Retirement Saving Program
o Health Care Spending Account
o Tuition Assistance Programs
o Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
o Transportation Savings Program
o Employee Assistance Programs
For additional information about the benefits of being a state employee, visit the Office of Employee Relations website at https://oer.ny.gov/employee-benefit-programs.
The Department of Motor Vehicles is committed to being a model employer for people with disabilities. DMV’s commitment includes ensuring that the recruitment, application, interviewing and hiring processes are accessible to all job applicants. If you are a job applicant who may need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact ReasonableAccommodations@dmv.ny.gov
DMV is committed to diversity and equal opportunity, and to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply, including people with disabilities or any other protected category under the law. Our goal as an employer is to reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and customers we serve.
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Email Address Rachel.Manning@dmv.ny.gov
Address
Swan Street Building
Notes on ApplyingSend a cover letter, referencing the Vacancy ID noted at the top of this posting, along with your clear and concise resume stating your current Civil Service title, if applicable, and indicating how you believe you meet the qualifications for appointment.
Please note: Candidates applying from outside DMV may be asked for their Social Security number to verify NYS employment history and transfer eligibility.