This position conducts professional audits, management reviews, special projects, and consulting services as requested by the Inspector General or Director of Auditing, in accordance with OIG policies and procedures and the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, or, where appropriate, Government Auditing Standards. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (Note: The omission of specific job duties does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.) The Florida Department of Education (FDOE) has an open position that is responsible for executing the following functions: This position conducts professional audits, management reviews, special projects, and consulting services as requested by the Inspector General or Director of Auditing, in accordance with OIG policies and procedures and the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, or, where appropriate, Government Auditing Standards. This position develops logical work plans for achieving engagement objectives, which include detailed scope, objectives, and methodology. Also, collects and analyzes sufficient, reliable, and relevant information necessary for execution of the work plan, demonstrating proficiency in the use of computer software and other analytical tools, as well as knowledge and competencies needed to achieve engagement objectives. This position prepares and maintains work papers that support work performed and complies with professional audit standards and internal procedures. The work papers should contain sufficient evidence necessary to support conclusions and provide reasonable assurance that engagement objectives were met, and must be logical and organized, accurate, legible, appropriately referenced, and completed timely. This position prepares and presents oral and written reports reflecting results of engagements. The reports must contain clear and concise findings, conclusions, and recommendations, and be accurate, timely, objective, and adequately supported. This position monitors the implementation of management’s response to reports issued as a result of completed engagements. A written status must be completed within six months of issuance of the report, and every six months thereafter until identified deficiencies have been appropriately addressed. This position assists in the development and implementation of OIG policies and procedures, quality assurance and improvement program, annual risk assessment, audit plan, and annual report. This position reviews department performance measures and standards pursuant to Sections 20.055 and 11.513, Florida Statutes, and the annual audit plan. This position, when assigned as auditor in charge, will supervise other staff on the assignment, review all working papers, and be responsible for all phases of the engagement including management briefings and report preparation. The incumbent must seek enhancement of knowledge, skills, and competencies in order to maintain the proficiency required to effectively carry out professional responsibilities, meeting at a minimum, continuing professional development requirements of the Government Auditing Standards WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR: The employee in this position must be productive under tight timeframes, balance multiple, competing priorities, and maintain goal-directed behavior and performance sometimes under stressful conditions. Attendance is an essential function of this position. The employee’s performance and behavior must demonstrate consideration of the workload concerns of others and must not negatively affect productivity and morale of the unit. The employee must demonstrate, model, and reinforce the agency's fundamental values of quality, fairness, cooperation, respect, commitment, excellence, honesty, and teamwork in interactions with co-workers, supervisors, and customers; in the personal contributions to work assignments and projects; and when representing the agency or the state. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Required Licensure/ Registration/ Certification/ Experience or Education: Two to Four years of professional experience in auditing, systems analysis, management analysis, or program evaluation. Ability to travel Ability to communicate effectively including verbal and written communication. EDUCATIONAL SUBSITITUIONS: SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or University in Education or related field, can substitute for 4 years of direct experience. Related work experience may not substitute for any licensure, certification, or registration required by an agency and indicated in the advertised job description. THE MISSION STATEMENT OF THE HIRING OFFICE The mission of the Office of Inspector General (OIG) is to assist the Commissioner of Education in achieving the department's mission of increasing student proficiency and maintaining an accountability system that measures student progress. The OIG accomplishes this by providing independent audits and reviews of programs and activities, conducting investigations of alleged violations, and offering consulting services to assist management in their efforts to maximize effectiveness and efficiency. FDOE’s goal is to hire individuals to provide: Higher Student Achievement Seamless Articulation and Maximum Access Skilled Workforce and Economic Development Quality Services Florida Department of Education WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS! - State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental option) - Retirement plan options, including employer contributions ( - Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year - Annual and Sick Leave Benefits - Student Loan Forgiveness Program (Eligibility required) - Flexible Spending Accounts - Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities) - Ongoing comprehensive training provided - Career Growth - Highly skilled, professional environment - Maternity and Parental Leave Benefits For a more complete list of benefits, visit - We care about the success of our employees. - We care about the success of our clients. - We are always improving our technology, our tools, our customer’s experiences and ourselves. - A rewarding experience for reliable, compassionate and professional employees. LEAVE INFORMATION: Annual Leave - Employees in Senior Management Service and Selected Exempt Service positions are credited with 176 hours of annual leave upon appointment. In subsequent years, the annual allotment is credited on the anniversary date of the initial appointment. Sick Leave - Employees in Senior Management Service and Selected Exempt Service positions shall be credited with 104 hours of sick leave upon appointment. In subsequent years, the annual allotment is credited on the anniversary date of initial appointment. BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT It is the policy of the Florida Department of Education that applicants for employment/volunteer undergo Level 2 background screening in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment or being permitted to serve as a volunteer. You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. No applicant for a designated position will be employed, contracted or permitted to volunteer until the level 2 screening results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Department. Level 2 background screening shall include, but not be limited to, finger printing for all purposes and checks under this requirement, statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, federal criminal records check through the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and local criminal records checks through local law enforcement. SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM (SSS) AND REQUIREMENT Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Other Personal Services (OPS) or Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS) unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire. For more information, please visit the Selective Service website. If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287