What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Internal Audit position at Temporary and Disability Assistance, Office of?
Bachelor’s degree and seven years of specialized experience. *
- Substitutions: four years of specialized experience or associate degree and two years of specialized experience may substitute for bachelor’s degree; J.D. or master’s degree may substitute for one year of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for two years of specialized experience.
- Specialized experience includes progressively responsible management experience involving auditing responsibilities or program evaluations.
Duties Description
Under the direction of the Director of Audit and Quality Improvement, the Director of Internal Audit for the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA), will review operations to ensure compliance with management policies and the effectiveness of internal controls. The Director of Internal Audit administers an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve an organization’s operations. The Director of Internal Audit helps the organization accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Supervise and direct the Internal Audit Unit;
- Oversee and manage audits, surveys or reviews of agency operations, programs, policies or administration to determine compliance with departmental regulations and policies; audits will be of varying types and will require a broad skill set including ability to conduct program, systems, compliance, and administrative audits;
- Perform annual risk assessment of OTDA functions and review internal controls to identify vulnerabilities and/or areas in need of improvement, while following professional standards;
- Prepare or direct the preparation of internal reports and findings;
- Plan and conduct follow-up audits to evaluate corrective actions have been taken and controls are acting as intended;
- Oversee all external audits of OTDA programs;
- Provide guidance and support to agency Internal Control Officers to ensure compliance with the New York State Governmental, Accountability, Audit, and Internal Control Act;
- Maintain a working knowledge of federal and State programs of assistance, claiming processes, and the agency’s computer systems and subsystems;
- Participate in professional development and training; and
- Perform full range of personnel management activities.
Additional Comments
A full-time, exempt appointment will be made. If certified by Civil Service, mandatory reemployment list candidates must be considered first for appointment to this title. This position requires less than 30% travel.
A background check of the selected candidate will be required.
As a New York State employee, you are afforded great fringe benefits totaling in excess of 50% of your salary. Our comprehensive package includes:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Candidates should reference posting 22-072 in the subject line and submit their applications to jobpostings@otda.ny.gov
**DO NOT REFERENCE THE VACANCY ID NUMBER**
A background check of the selected candidate will be required.
As a New York State employee, you are afforded great fringe benefits totaling in excess of 50% of your salary. Our comprehensive package includes:
- Health care coverage with provisions for hospitalization, medical/surgical coverage, prescription drug benefits, dental, and vision;
- Generous vacation, personal, and sick leave benefits;
- Up to twelve paid holidays per calendar year;
- Pre-Tax Health Care;
- Voluntary enrollment in deferred compensation plans;
- Access to financial assistance for further career-related study;
- Membership in the New York State Retirement System
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Candidates should reference posting 22-072 in the subject line and submit their applications to jobpostings@otda.ny.gov
**DO NOT REFERENCE THE VACANCY ID NUMBER**
