Review Vacancy
AgencyHigher Education Services Corporation
TitleInternal Auditor 1 /Trainee (NY HELPS)
Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $63108 to $80248 Annually
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In May 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.
At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position.
For NY HELPS Non-Competitive Appointment to the Internal Auditor 1: A bachelor's degree in accounting, actuarial science, auditing, banking, business administration, business management, community health, computer information systems, computer science, criminal justice, criminal science, criminology, cybersecurity, digital forensics, economics, finance, financial market regulations, forensics, government, homeland security, information science, information security, information technology, internal auditing, justice studies, law enforcement, management information systems, management information technology, mathematics, operations research, political science, public administration, public affairs, public health, public justice, public policy, public policy and management, quantitative analysis, research methods, statistics, or taxation AND two years of professional experience in conducting internal audits; financial statement audits; compliance reviews; or program research, review, and appraisal.
Substitutions: a Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.
For NY HELPS Non-Competitive Appointment to the Internal Auditor Trainee 1: A bachelor's degree in accounting, actuarial science, auditing, banking, business administration, business management, community health, computer information systems, computer science, criminal justice, criminal science, criminology, cybersecurity, digital forensics, economics, finance, financial market regulations, forensics, government, homeland security, information science, information security, information technology, internal auditing, justice studies, law enforcement, management information systems, management information technology, mathematics, operations research, political science, public administration, public affairs, public health, public justice, public policy, public policy and management, quantitative analysis, research methods, statistics, or taxation.
Traineeships: To be advanced to the full performance level of the title you must successfully complete a set training and development program. Upon satisfactory completion of the 12-month training at the Trainee 1, you will automatically advance to Trainee 2. Upon satisfactory completion of the 12-month training as a Trainee 2, you will advance to the full level of this title without further examination.
Advanced Placement: At the agency's discretion, chosen candidates may be appointed to a higher level. Candidates must inform the agency of any additional qualifications at their interview.
For NY HELPS Non-Competitive Appointment to the Internal Auditor Trainee 2: A bachelor's degree in accounting, actuarial science, auditing, banking, business administration, business management, community health, computer information systems, computer science, criminal justice, criminal science, criminology, cybersecurity, digital forensics, economics, finance, financial market regulations, forensics, government, homeland security, information science, information security, information technology, internal auditing, justice studies, law enforcement, management information systems, management information technology, mathematics, operations research, political science, public administration, public affairs, public health, public justice, public policy, public policy and management, quantitative analysis, research methods, statistics, or taxation AND one year of professional experience in conducting internal audits; financial statement audits; compliance reviews; or program research, review, and appraisal.
Substitutions: a Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.
Traineeships: To be advanced to the full performance level of the title you must successfully complete a set training and development program. Upon satisfactory completion of the 12-month training as a Trainee 2, you will advance to the full level of this title without further examination.
COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Internal Auditor 1.
Eligible List Appointment to Internal Auditor 1: Candidates who are reachable on the Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) Select Titles eligible list may be considered for appointment. If you are on the Civil Service eligible list for this title, you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter. For PCO Select eligible list minimum qualifications for appointment to Internal Auditor 1, please visit PCO- Internal Auditor 1.
Eligible List Appointment to Internal Auditor Trainee 1: Candidates who are reachable on the Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) Select Titles eligible list may be considered for appointment. If you are on the Civil Service eligible list for this title, you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter. For PCO Select Titles eligible list minimum qualifications for appointment to Internal Auditor Trainee 1, please visit PCO – Internal Auditor Trainee 1.
Section 70.1 Transfer Internal Auditor 1: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SG-16 or above deemed eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. Candidates must also possess 24 semester credit hours in accounting, auditing, or taxation courses to qualify for transfer.
Section 70.1 Transfer to Internal Auditor Trainee 1: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SG-12 or above deemed eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. Candidates must also possess 24 semester credit hours in accounting, auditing, or taxation courses to qualify for transfer.
Section 70.4 Transfer to Internal Auditor Trainee 1: Candidates may be eligible for nomination for transfer under Section 70.4 of the Civil Service Law to Internal Auditor Trainee 1 if they are a current NYS employee with one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SG-12 or higher AND have standing on the Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) eligible list AND possess the minimum qualifications outlined for Internal Auditor Trainee 1. For more information about the minimum qualifications please visit PCO – Internal Auditor Trainee 1.
For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website. https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/title-search/index.cfm
55b/c Appointment: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and candidates with 55b/c eligibility are encouraged to apply. Candidates must possess a current 55b/c eligibility letter and the following minimum qualifications:
• A bachelor's degree in accounting, actuarial science, auditing, banking, business administration, business management, community health, computer information systems, computer science, criminal justice, criminal science, criminology, cybersecurity, digital forensics, economics, finance, financial market regulations, forensics, government, homeland security, information science, information security, information technology, internal auditing, justice studies, law enforcement, management information systems, management information technology, mathematics, operations research, political science, public administration, public affairs, public health, public justice, public policy, public policy and management, quantitative analysis, research methods, statistics, or taxation AND two years of professional experience in conducting internal audits; financial statement audits; compliance reviews; or program research, review, and appraisal. and completion of a two-year traineeship.
It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.
Duties Description Internal Audits
Duties include but are not limited to:
1. Works with HESC divisions to create risk assessments, identify vulnerabilities, develop testing cycles, and monitor controls.
2. Assists with conducting annual testing of internal controls for submission of the Annual DOB Internal Control Certification (B350).
3. Assists with training HESC personnel on risks and internal controls.
4. Communicates results of internal control weaknesses and status of corrective action plans to the Internal Controls Officer and/or Internal Auditor 2.
5. Prepares draft reports to the Internal Controls Officer and/or Internal Auditor 2 on internal control assessments and provides recommendations and periodic progress updates on remediation and operational improvements.
6. Conducts on-going monitoring and evaluating whether internal controls are working as intended.
7. Performs verifications to ensure internal controls testing completed annually and corrective actions were implemented.
8. Works collaboratively with the Audit Division to identify and mitigate agency risk.
9. Works with divisions to create policies and procedures.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Comments NOTE: The hours of this position require working between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Please send resume and cover letter to resumes@hesc.ny.gov with the subject line “Internal Auditor 1/ Trainee #3881".
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