Auditor 1/2/3
Louisiana Department of State Civil Service
Auditor 1/2/3
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Auditor 1/2/3
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
418-211317-KB
Department
DPS-Office of Management & Finance
Opening Date
08/05/2025
Closing Date
8/18/2025 11:59 PM Central
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About this Job
The Mission of the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public Safety Services is to provide safety services to both the citizens of the state and visitors to the state of Louisiana by upholding and enforcing the laws, administering regulatory programs, managing records, educating the public and managing emergencies, both directly and through interaction with other agencies. To be an organization that makes a difference, achieves excellence and a position of leadership. To act with integrity and professionalism maintaining an environment that is responsive to the needs of our personnel and the community. To provide essential public safety services efficiently and effectively through education, prevention and the use of technology.
The Internal Audit Division provides independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the department’s operations. Internal Audit helps the department accomplish mission by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control processes.
An Auditor 1/2/3 is responsible for conducting audits to improve practices, promoting effectiveness and efficiency, and ensuring compliance with laws, rules and regulations.
This position is located in East Baton Rouge Parish. The person who will occupy this position will be able to work independently, understand the operations in the Department of Internal Audit, and work closely with clients and management to produce accurate information pertaining to all audits assigned.
Selected Core Competencies:
Oral and Written Communication – Ability to present findings clearly, concisely, and tactfully to various audiences.
Relationship Building – Collaborating with stakeholders while maintaining independence and objectivity.
Continuous Improvement – Identifying opportunities to improve audit methodologies or add value to the organization.
Time Management – Efficiently planning and executing audits within deadlines and budgets.
Internal Auditing Standards – Knowledge of theInternational Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of experience in accounting or auditing; OR
Six years of full-time experience in any field plus twenty-four semester hours in one or a combination of the following: accounting, auditing, business, finance, management, economics, quantitative methods, or information systems; OR
A bachelor’s degree with twenty-four semester hours in one or a combination of the following: accounting, auditing, business, finance, management, economics, quantitative methods, or information systems; OR
A bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, management, economics, information systems, quantitative methods, or statistics; OR
A bachelor’s degree plus a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Government Audit Professional (CGAP) designation; OR
An advanced degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, management, economics, information systems, quantitative methods, or statistics; OR
A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be foundhere (https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=158520) .
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
• Responsible for conducting operational, compliance, and financial audits of all offices within the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public Safety Services.
• Conducts audit procedures to assess the effectiveness of controls, accuracy of financial records, and efficiency of operations.
• Works in various capacities as a lead auditor, support auditor, and trainer.
• Learns and understands the departments' operations, management's objectives, policies, and procedures, and relevant state and federal statutes.
• Develops audit programs based on an understanding of risks and key control points of the system.
• Prepares audit reports including summaries, findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:This posting may be used to fill a probational appointment, promotion, or job appointment.
Career Progression:As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as an Auditor 1, 2, or 3, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.
Location:This vacancy is located in the East Baton Rouge Parish.
Compensation:
o The Auditor 1 (pay grade level AS-614) has a minimum salary of $1,544.00/bi-weekly
o The Auditor 2 (pay grade level AS-615) has a minimum salary of $1,652.00/bi-weekly
o The Auditor 3 (pay grade level AS-617) has a minimum salary of $1,866.40/bi-weekly
How to Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumeswill notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Department of Public Safety
ATTN: Human Resources/Katy Bradley
P.O. BOX 66614 Baton Rouge, LA. 70896
Email: katy.bradley@la.gov
The Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public Safety Services, is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide (Download PDF reader). For agency contact information, please refer to the supplemental information above. Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802 Phone (866) 783-5462 Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
+ New Year's Day
+ Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
+ Mardi Gras,
+ Good Friday,
+ Memorial Day,
+ Independence Day,
+ Labor Day,
+ Veteran's Day,
+ Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
+ Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your\_Retirement\_System.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system
+ Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
+ Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others
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To ensure compliance with DPS-PSS Policy 01-02.01 Nepotism, no individual may be hired, promoted, demoted or transferred within DPS, if the individual is related to another employee who is, or would be, within their line of supervision. Relative is defined as: child, step-child, sibling, spouse, parent, step-parent, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew, grandchild, grandparent, and any "in law" relationship. Are you related to anyone employed with the Department of Public Safety, Public Safety Services?
+ Yes
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If you answered yes to the above question, please list the name of your relative and relationship.
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Do you meet the following qualification requirement for the Auditor 1 job title? Please read it carefully and remember that by applying for this position you are certifying to the best of your knowledge that all the information provided is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Three years of experience in accounting or auditing; OR Six years of full-time experience in any field plus twenty-four semester hours in one or a combination of the following: accounting, auditing, business, finance, management, economics, quantitative methods, or information systems; OR A bachelor’s degree with twenty-four semester hours in one or a combination of the following: accounting, auditing, business, finance, management, economics, quantitative methods, or information systems; OR A bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, management, economics, information systems, quantitative methods, or statistics; OR A bachelor’s degree plus a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Government Audit Professional (CGAP) designation; OR An advanced degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, management, economics, information systems, quantitative methods, or statistics; OR A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation. EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. ***Transcript, CPA certificate or CIA designation must be attached to your application to be considered for this position. ***
+ Yes
+ No
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Do you have an additional 24 semester hours in any one or combination of the following: accounting, auditing, business, finance, management, economics, quantitative methods, or information systems?
+ Yes
+ No
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If you answered 'Yes' to the previous question, please indicate the institution, course titles, and semester hours earned. If you answered 'No' to the previous question, please enter N/A. Ex: LSU - ACCT 1001-3 hours
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Select any of the following designations/certifications you currently possess:
+ Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
+ Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
+ Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
+ Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
+ Certified Government Audit Professional (CGAP)
+ None of the above
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Did you list all your job experience and education on your application? If not, please add before submitting.
+ Yes
+ No
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State of Louisiana
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For agency contact information, please refer to
the supplemental information above.
Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802
Phone
(866) 783-5462
Website
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm
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