INTERNAL AUDITOR II

THIS IS A POSITION SPECIFIC RECRUITMENT FOR DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL.

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DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN OF SERVICES 

OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL

1525 NORTH CALVERT STREET

BALTIMORE, MD 21201

This position is to prevent, detect and eliminate fraud, waste, mismanagement and corruption within the Department of Human Services (DHS). This function is accomplished by serving as an Internal Auditor in the Office of the Inspector General assisting in performing independent appraisals of audit-eligible entities of DHS and/or following up on deficiencies noted in audit reports issued by Legislative and other external auditors and advising management of conclusions and recommendations.

This position determines the adequacy and effectiveness of internal accounting control systems; corrective actions taken to address audit recommendations made in audit reports issued by legislative and other external auditors. Prepare clear, concise working papers; assist senior staff with preparing clear, concise and timely written drafts of exceptions found and/or conclusions reached; ensures that all parties understand the issues involved by verifying facts and obtaining explanations of reasons for apparent deficiencies.

Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university or a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with 30 credit hours in accounting and related courses, including or supplemented by 3 credit hours in auditing.

Experience: Three years of experience conducting financial and operational internal audits that include elements for finance and compliance, economy and efficiency, and program results.

 Notes:

1. Applicants who have met the requirements for admission to the CPA examination prior to July 1, 1974 will be considered to have met the educational requirement referenced above.

 2. Possession of a certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor or a master’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

 3. Applicants may substitute one year of professional accounting experience for one year of auditing experience.

4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Internal Review classifications or Auditing specialty codes in the Financial or Auditing fields of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

Strong preference will be given to applicants that possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding the qualifications.

1. One year of experience must have been in determining adequacy and effectiveness in internal auditing systems.
2. One year of experience must have been in interviewing and reviewing procedures manuals.
3. One year experience providing internal and external customer service.
4. One year of experience preparing clear and precise audit reports.
5. Experience in using Excel.

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties may be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.  It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.   

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service is required prior to hire.

 All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  We will not consider information submitted after this date. 

It is imperative to list all computer and software experience on your application pertaining to your job duties.  

The incumbent in this position is a member of a covered bargaining unit and will be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.

 STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

 

Online applications are STRONGLY preferred.  If the online application process is not available, please send your paper application and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) to:

Department of Human Services

Examination Services Unit

Attention:  LaToura Jones

311 W. Saratoga Street, First Floor

Baltimore, Maryland 21201

Or

Fax requested information to: 410-333-0882

Email latoura.jones@maryland.gov: Voice 410-767-8844, toll-free: 1-800-332-6347.

Do not submit unsolicited documentation.

The paper application must be received by 5 PM on the closing date for the recruitment. 

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay, 1-800-925-4434.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.