Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyTemporary and Disability Assistance, Office of

TitleDirector of Internal Audit

Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $123793 to $156224 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 30%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Audit & Quality Improvement

40 North Pearl Street

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12243

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and seven years of relevant experience.

Substitutions: four years of specialized experience or associate degree and two years of specialized experience may substitute for bachelor's degree; J.D. or master's degree may substitute for one year of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for two years of specialized experience.

Specialized experience includes progressively responsible management experience involving auditing responsibilities or program evaluations.

Preferred Qualifications: Professional certification, such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA); Master's degree in accounting, business, public administration, economics. Extensive knowledge of professional audit standards, goals and techniques of internal auditing, internal controls and/or program evaluation; demonstrate good oral and written communication skills; ability to work collaboratively across all departments; ability to effectively lead; strong analytical skills with attention to detail; strong decision making and problem-solving skills; experience interpreting and applying laws, rules, and regulations.

Duties Description Under the direction of the Deputy Commissioner of Audit and Quality Improvement, the Director of Internal Audit for the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) will review operations to ensure compliance with management policies and the effectiveness of internal controls. The Director of Internal Audit will administer independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve an organization's operations. The Director of Internal Audit will help the organization accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Supervise and direct the Internal Audit Unit;

• Oversee and manage audits, surveys or reviews of agency operations, programs, policies or administration to determine compliance with departmental regulations and policies. Audits will be of varying types and will require a broad skill set, including the ability to conduct program, systems, compliance, and administrative audits;

• Perform annual risk assessment of OTDA functions and review internal controls to identify vulnerabilities and/or areas in need of improvement, while following professional standards;

• Prepare or direct the preparation of internal reports and findings;

• Plan and conduct follow-up audits to evaluate corrective actions have been taken and controls are acting as intended;

• Oversee all external audits of OTDA programs;

• Provide guidance and support to agency Internal Control Officers to ensure compliance with the New York State Governmental, Accountability, Audit, and Internal Control Act;

• Maintain a working knowledge of federal and State programs of assistance, claiming processes, and the agency's computer systems and subsystems;

• Participate in professional development and training; and

• Perform full range of personnel management activities.

Additional Comments A full-time, exempt appointment will be made. This position requires less than 30% travel. A background check of the selected candidate will be required.

Interested applicants should send an email with their resume attached to jobpostings@otda.ny.gov and put "Posting #24248SNY" in the subject line. DO NOT USE THE VACANCY ID NUMBER.

Working for New York State:

THE NEW YORK STATE OFFICE OF TEMPORARY AND DISABILITY ASSISTANCE (OTDA) IS LOOKING FOR APPLICANTS WHO ARE SEEKING A REWARDING CAREER.

The Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) is recognized as a national leader in the field of Human Services and innovative social welfare programs. OTDA is responsible for supervising programs that provide assistance and support to eligible families and individuals.

OTDA’s functions include: Providing temporary cash assistance; providing assistance in paying for food; providing heating assistance; overseeing New York State’s Child Support Enforcement Program; determining certain aspects of eligibility for Social Security Disability benefits; supervising homeless housing and services programs; and providing assistance to certain immigrant populations.
As a New York State employee, you are afforded great fringe benefits exceeding 60% of your salary. Our comprehensive package includes:

• Health care coverage with provisions for hospitalization, medical/surgical coverage, prescription drug benefits, dental, and vision.
• Generous vacation, personal, and sick leave benefits.
• Up to thirteen paid holidays per calendar year.
• Pre-Tax Health Care.
• Voluntary enrollment in deferred compensation plans.
• Access to financial assistance for further career-related study.
• Membership in the New York State Retirement System.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Recruitment Unit

Telephone

Fax (518) 474-9374

Email Address jobpostings@otda.ny.gov

Address

Street 40 North Pearl Street, 12B

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12243

 

Notes on ApplyingTo apply, please send a cover letter and resume. Include a current, Civil Service title and grade level and clearly state how you meet the minimum qualifications.

Interested applicants should send an email with their resume attached to jobpostings@otda.ny.gov and put "Posting #24248SNY" in the subject line. DO NOT USE THE VACANCY ID NUMBER.

You may be required to provide acceptable proof of education, experience, credential and/or license to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications for appointment to this position.

Applicants will be required to prove their eligibility for employment based upon acceptance of a position in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

If you are a retiree currently receiving benefits, indicate this and the name of the retirement system in your response.

In accordance with state law, Governor’s Executive Order No. 6 and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance does not discriminate against disabled individuals. If you are disabled and require reasonable accommodation at the time of the interview, please contact OTDA's designee for reasonable accommodation at (518) 474-7284.