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State of Maryland

Local Department Audit Supervisor (INTERNAL AUDITOR SUPERVISOR)

State of Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276


IntroductionWhen you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), you join a team of more than 5,000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than 1 million Marylanders each year. We do this by providing economic support, preventive services, and caring for children and adults.We aim to deliver services so that we more quickly meet the needs of the people we serve. At DHS, we grapple with hard questions to find new ways to foster a culture of bold innovation. We do this to ensure that in Maryland, we leave no one behind.GRADE:

19LOCATION OF POSITION:

Maryland Department of Human Services, Office of the Inspector General – Internal Audit, 1525 N. Calvert Street, 7th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202Main Purpose of Job:

The main purpose of this position is to prevent, detect and eliminate fraud, waste, mismanagement, and corruption within the Department of Human Resources. This function is accomplished by planning, coordinating, and supervising the independent appraisal activities at Local Departments of Social Services through Financial and Compliance, Economy and Efficiency, and Program Results audits and advising all levels of management of our conclusions and recommendations.POSITION DUTIES:Plans, coordinates and supervises audits of Local Departments of Social Services in accordance with professional standards promulgated by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), government auditing standards, and generally accepted auditing standards issued by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).Reviews and approves the working papers prepared by staff to ensure that the audit objectives have been met and that sufficient, competent, relevant, and useful evidence has been gathered to document the audit findings and conclusions.Drafts accurate, clear, concise, and timely audit reports addressing findings and related recommendations for submission to the Secretary.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered. Please read all requirements before applying.Education:

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:

Five years of experience conducting financial and operational internal audits that include elements for finance and compliance, economy and efficiency, and program results.Notes: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.Candidates may substitute the 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 for one year of the required experience.Candidates may substitute one year of professional accounting experience for one year of the required experience.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.DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualifications:One year of supervisory experience.One year of experience working with electronic working papers.One year of experience working with Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite.Excellent communication skills, including public speaking, presentation skills, and written communication skills.Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices.LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

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.SELECTION PROCESS:

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 eligible (employment) list for at least one year.EXAMINATION PROCESS:

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be asked to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The supplemental questionnaire may be used as part of the rating process. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. 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.BENEFITS:

As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).Annual Leave – ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.Sick Leave – fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.Parental Leave – up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.Holidays – State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.Pension – State employees earn credits towards a retirement pension.Positions may be eligible for telework.FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS:

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplement questionnaire to: Attention: Cynthia McMillian, Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, 25 S. Charles Street, Room 1116-F, Baltimore, MD 21201. All mailed documents must include the applicant's name and the job number and must be received by 5 p.m. on the closing date. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the application. If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If unable to upload, please email requested information only to cynthia.mcmillian@maryland.gov. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time. TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

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