INTERNAL AUDITOR SUPERVISOR

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL STAFF ONLY.

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Department of Human Services

Office of the Inspector General

1525 N. Calvert Street 7th floor

Baltimore, MD 21202

This position prevents, detects and eliminates fraud, waste, mismanagement and corruption within the Department of Human Services, Office of the Inspector General.  The incumbent in this position plans, coordinates and supervises the independent appraisal activities at the Local Departments of Social Services (LDSS) through financial, compliance, economy and efficiency, program results audits and advises all levels of management with recommendations.

This position plans, coordinates and supervises audits of the LDSS’s 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 work prepared by staff to ensure that the audit objectives have been met to ensure 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; reviews expense reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with Department and State regulations; performs evaluations, provides counseling, takes disciplinary actions in accordance with Department and State regulations; trains staff auditors according to standards issued by the IIA, government auditing standards and generally accepted auditing standards issued by the AICPA; conducts entrance, pre-exit and other periodic conferences with management of the unit being audited to discuss findings, conclusions, recommendations and other related issues; applies training and experience to determine the most appropriate course of action to resolve problems arising during the field work; maintains a good working relationship with employees of the unit being audited; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Please read the job announcement in its entirety before applying for this recruitment. Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire.

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: Five 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.

Limited to current Department of Human Services, Office of the Inspector General Staff Only.

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 eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

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.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred.  If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to, Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, 311 W. Saratoga Street, Room 137, Baltimore, Maryland 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 fax requested information only to 410-333-0882.  Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

If you have any questions concerning the recruitment process for this position, please call 410-767-7414.    

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 applicants are encouraged to apply.

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

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