Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Are you looking for a job where you can use your knowledge and skills to ensure that the Department of Water Resources (DWR) meets its objectives and adheres to its mission? DWR’s Internal Audit Office (IAO) in the Executive Division is looking for a talented and motivated individual who has excellent analytical, technical, communicative, and interpersonal skills. Success in our office comes to those individuals who are self-starters and have a strong desire to attain professional growth.

The IAO’s goal is to add value by providing independent and objective assurance that DWR’s internal controls are functioning as intended, also to ensure DWR complies with laws, regulations, policies, and standards. The IAO conducts risk-based audits and assignments via a systematic and disciplined approach. The IAO also oversees the investigative unit that conducts independent investigations relating to the misconduct of Department employees, contractors, and grant recipients.

Under the general direction of the Supervising Management Auditor, the Associate Management Auditor (AMA) will perform a wide variety of complex internal audits, evaluations, and internal consultations to enhance DWR’s programs and functions. The AMA’s duties include all phases of an audit and the development of findings and recommendations to ensure DWR can meet its organizational objectives. The AMA will also complete other assignments as directed and has access to confidential and sensitive information. Maintaining regular, consistent and predictable attendance is essential for this position.

This position is headquartered in Downtown Sacramento and may be eligible for telework under DWR’s telework policy.

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Special Requirements

Must possess a valid California driver's license as travel by vehicle throughout the State is required.

This position is covered in the Political Reform Act and requires financial disclosure within 30 days of the first and last day physically worked in a covered position and annually by April 1 st .

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Experience in risk-assessing processes and effectiveness of internal controls
• Experience performing walkthroughs/interviews
• Experience doing risk assessments
• Experience doing audit reports
• Experience using databases
• Experience providing recommendations to management and getting buy-in
• Ability to exercise sound professional judgment, act with integrity
• Experience analyzing complex situations accurately
• Experience providing timely and clear communication
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with others to complete assignments

Benefits

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Our work environment is well-balanced with life, and our team members are very diverse. Our office is located in the new State Natural Resources Building and is conveniently located right next to a light rail station in downtown Sacramento. The incumbent will have access to amenities such as the Wellness Gym and Career Center. We can accommodate flexible time schedules and telework options that are consistent with Department and IAO policies, which must be approved by the supervisor. DWR offers a variety of professional training opportunities including online classes from LinkedIn Learning. See the link above for information about the benefits of the State service such as leaves, pension, insurances, retirement saving, etc.

Special Instructions

To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678), resume, and Statement of Qualifications. Please reference SAP Position #50000093 and Job Control #464290 in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.

Statement of Qualifications - A 2-page max typed document in Arial 12-point font that addresses the following questions: (1) Describe your understanding of a risk-based audit approach. Include examples as appropriate. (2) Describe your strongest skill that makes you the best candidate for this position.

The following basis of eligibility will be considered:  List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, SROA/Surplus, and training and development assignment.

Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

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Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - 2 page max. Typed Arial 12-point font. See Special Instructions below. 

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