DIRECTOR OF AUDITING-DLA - 41000465

Requisition No: 853098 

Agency: Office of the Attorney General

Working Title: DIRECTOR OF AUDITING-DLA - 41000465

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 41000465 

Salary:  $82,000 - $95,000 annually 

Posting Closing Date: 05/21/2025 

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Our Organization and Mission: The Office represents the State of Florida in state and federal civil and criminal courts, from trial courts to the Supreme Court of the United States. 

Position Summary: This position is in the Office of the Attorney General within the within the Office of Inspector General in Tallahassee, Florida.

Pay: $82,000 - $95,000 Annually

Qualifications: 

• Nine (9) years of experience conducting internal audits in accordance with International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing published by the Institute of Internal Auditors, Inc., or Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards. OR,
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, and five years of experience as an internal auditor or independent posteditor, electronic data processing auditor, and/or accountant, or any combination thereof; Or
• A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, business administration or public administration, and four years of experience as described above; Or
• Possession of a Certified Public Accountant (C.P.A.) license issued pursuant to Chapter 473 or a Certified Internal Auditor (C.I.A.) certificate issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors or earned by examination, and four (4) years of experience as defined by Section 20.055, Florida Statutes.

The Work You Will Do: This position acts in a confidential capacity assisting in the auditing of programs, policies, and personnel. This is a highly responsible position necessitating the ability to perform the major portion of these duties with a minimum amount of supervision.

The duties and responsibilities of this position stem from enforcement of 20.055, F.S., administrative rules, policies and procedures of the Department, and other state and federal statutes and laws. This is a highly responsible managerial position assisting the Inspector General in directing and supervising the internal audit function in accordance with auditing standards. The Office of Attorney General (OAG) Office of Inspector General (OIG) Audit Director duties include: Performs audit functions in conformance with the Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards, as published by the Comptroller General of the United States, or the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, as published by the Institute of Internal Auditors; develops the annual audit plan; conducts financial, performance, compliance, operational, and cybersecurity audits. Represents the Inspector General in their absence on all matters pertaining to the internal audit function; complies with Chapter 20.055, F.S. and implements Florida Statutes regarding the audit duties of the Office of Inspector General; conducts, supervises, and coordinates assurance services, performance and compliance engagements relating to agency programs and operations.

Supervises the Management Analyst II/Sr. Auditor; plans, directs, and assists the work of staff; guides staff to ensure that approved audit objectives are met, and that adequate, practical coverage is achieved; reviews and evaluates working papers, reports, and recommendations of staff for adherence to objectives and scope as well as adherence to professional standards; reviews audit reports and special projects prepared by audit staff and coordinates approval of final reports of audits and recommendations; ensures appropriate follow-up is performed. Performs the annual risk assessment, updates the audit manual, and assists with the production of the OIG Annual Report; schedules projects and staff assignments to comply with management’s needs within the scope of the agency’s overall audit plan. Maintains OIG audit records to assure reliability, accuracy, and proper retention and destruction of all audit records.

Assesses the reliability and validity assessment of the information provided by the Department on performance measures and standards and makes recommendations for improvement if necessary; reviews actions taken by the Department to improve program performance and meet program standards and make recommendations for improvement, if necessary.

Provides advice to Department officials and auditees on matters related to audit reports, special studies, and other related recommendations. Audit Director is the audit liaison between OAG and all external auditors, reviews audit reports of state and federal auditors and assists state and federal auditors as required.

This position may also assist with internal investigations resulting from audits, internal and/or external complaints or other related matters of the Office of the Attorney General.

Performs other related work as required.

This position may require extended hours and/or travel outside the worksite.

PREFERENCES: Five (5) years of experience in an Office of Inspector General

Candidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety.

• Include supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment.
• Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed.
• Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. 
• It is unacceptable to use the statement “See Resume” in place of entering work history.
• If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287.  

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com).
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers.
• And more! For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: To be considered for the position, all applicants must:

Submit a complete and accurate application profile necessary for qualifying such as dates of service, reason for leaving, etc. In addition, all applicants must ensure all employment and/or detailed information about work experience is listed on the application (including military service, self-employment, job-related volunteer work, internships, etc.) and that gaps in employment are explained. 

NOTE: Any required experience and/or preferences listed in the advertisement must be verified at the time of application.

• Ensure that applicant responses to qualifying questions are verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the employment application and/or resume. Applicants who do not respond to the qualifying questions will not be considered for this position.
• The elements of the selection process may include a skill assessment exercise. 
• Current and future vacancies may be filled from this advertisement for a period of up to six months. Following the six-month period, a new application must be submitted to an open advertisement to be considered for that vacancy.
• OAG employees are paid biweekly. All state employees are required to participate in the direct deposit program pursuant to s. 110.113, Fs.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS/ DRUG FREE WORKPLACE: All OAG positions are "sensitive or special trust" and require favorable results on a background investigation including fingerprinting, pursuant to s. 110.1127(2)(a), F.S. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free Workplace, all employees are subject to reasonable suspicion or other drug testing in accordance with section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. We hire only U.S. citizens and those lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

E-VERIFY STATEMENT: The Office of the Attorney General participates in the U.S. government’s employment eligibility verification program (e-verify). E-verify is a program that electronically confirms an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States after completion of the employment eligibility verification form (i-9).

PERSONS WITH DISABILITY/ADA STATEMENT: The OAG supports the employment of individuals with disabilities and encourages them to seek employment within our agency. If you need an accommodation because of a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, in order to participate in the application process, please notify the people first service center at 877-562-7287. If you need an accommodation during the selection process, please notify the hiring authority in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.

REMINDERS: Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website at: https: //www.sss.gov. If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. If you return to FRS employment before satisfying the required waiting period, your retirement may be voided, and you may have to repay all benefits you have received, including any Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) payout.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.