Internal Auditor 1

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Under the direct supervision of an Internal Auditor 2, the Internal Auditor 1's responsibilities will include assisting conducting operational and compliance audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls. Specific duties will include but are not limited to:
• Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and application of the following: NYS Standards of Internal Audit, Government Auditing Standards and International Standard for the Professional Practice of Internal Audit.
• Assist in planning and conducting audits to assess internal controls, operational efficiencies and compliance with selected policies, procedures and regulations.
• Assist in developing audit programs and testing procedures relevant to risk and test objectives.
• Gather, analyze, summarize and sufficiently document information to complete each audit step in the audit program or checklist, applying technical and analytical skills to arrive at appropriate conclusions.
• Convey pertinent information to audit team members and work unit management and contribute suggestions and provide meaningful input during audit team and work unit meetings.
• Prepare assigned sections of audit reports summarizing audit findings and developing recommendations that meet the unit's standards for quality and are written concisely and accurately.
• Ensure that audit work papers and audit reports are appropriately cross-referenced to adequate and appropriate information. Ensure work papers are adequately documented and audit evidence is sufficient.
• Communicate effectively when discussing issues, findings, conclusions and recommendations. Incorporate charts/graphs, tables to summarize data/findings in a format that is easy to comprehend.
• Elicit information from knowledgeable internal/external sources about areas and functions to determine appropriate audit direction/methodology. Research all pertinent data (law, current issues, work papers, reports).
• Research and keep abreast of legislative issues, new audit regulations/trends, internal control policies and procedures and audit methodology.
• Assist with special projects and initiatives as requested by Management.

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications *This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).Current New York State Division of Human Rights employee with one year or more permanent, contingent-permanent or 55b/c service as a Internal Auditor 1 and are interested in reassignment; OR current New York State employees with one year or more of permanent, contingent-permanent or 55b/c service in a position at SG-16 or above and eligible for transfer under section 70.1 or 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.Non-Competitive Minimum Qualifications: 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.Trainee 2: Bachelor's degree in an area noted above AND one year of professional experience in conducting internal audits; financial statement audits; compliance reviews; or program research, review, and appraisal.Journey Level: Bachelor's degree in an area noted above AND two years of professional experience in conducting internal audits; financial statement audits; compliance reviews; or program research, review, and appraisal.Substitution: A Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.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 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 complete 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.

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement System
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 College Savings ProgramPlease note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, and length of State service.All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.This position is eligible for additional $4000 location pay.

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