**Working Title: Lead Internal Compliance Auditor** **Job Class: Auditor Principal** **Agency: Human Services Dept** + **Job ID** : 85626 + **Location** : Vadnais Heights + **Telework Eligible** : Yes- This position has a flexible work arrangement that may allow for Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework-2025.pdf) or a mixture of working in our office and Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework-2025.pdf) ; This team is currently Teleworking (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework-2025.pdf) ; however, this may change in the future with notice + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** :06/14/2025 + **Closing Date** : 06/17/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Human Services Dept / DHS MAPE State Operated Svcs + **Division/Unit** : DCTSSVS / DCT Corporate Compliance + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift; 8:00am-4:30pm + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : Yes- Up to 5% + **Salary Range:** $32.99 - $48.93 / hourly; $68,883 - $102,165 / annually + **Job Class Option** : Internal Control + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE + **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Professional + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify. **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. The Lead Internal Auditor plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity, transparency, and effectiveness of the organization's internal controls, financial systems, and operational processes. Through comprehensive audits and evaluations, the Lead Internal Auditor contributes to the continuous improvement of risk management practices, compliance with policies and regulations, and the overall efficiency of the organization. By identifying potential risks and recommending actionable solutions, they enhance the organization's ability to achieve its strategic objectives while ensuring accountability and safeguarding its assets. This position acts as a project lead to plan and conduct audit activities and a project manager on special projects within Direct Care and Treatment. The audit activities are designed to evaluate internal controls, assess risk, identify control gaps, recommend corrective action, safeguarding of assets, compliance with department policy, compliance with state/federal regulations, and to provide consulting on continuous improvement projects pertaining to entry level control structure. Audit activities include projects involving DCT administrations, contractors, and program divisions **Minimum Qualifications** To be considered for this position your resume must clearly demonstrate the following qualifications: One (1) year of leadership experience* *Leadership experience can include: + Experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead; + Completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g. ELI, L4); + A paid/unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee (e.g. ERG) - experience must include: **AND one of the following options:** Three (3) years of experience in internal or external audits with responsibilities over planning and execution of audit engagements including but not limited to; conducting field work, preparing audit work making recommendations to control deficiencies and improvements to enhance internal controls within the last ten (10) years. **OR** Four (4) years of experience: + leading, conducting, and/or responding to financial audits, compliance, audits, investigations, and/or risk assessments. + in analyzing financial statements and/or utilizing reporting tools such as Crystal, Document Direct, SAS, SQL, Excel, Power BI, etc. to develop reports and interpret data + Experience reviewing and analyzing legal compliance requirements, developing procedures, and/or drafting audit reports. + Experience in fraud detection, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance + Experience using Microsoft Excel including use of pivot tables and advanced formulas such as VLOOKUP or similar functions. Note: A master’s degree in accounting, Human Services, Public Policy, finance, business administration or related field may substitute for 2 years of related experience **Preferred Qualifications** + Certification as a Certified Government Auditing Professional of Certified Internal Auditor + Experience with Statewide Accounting and Procurement System (SWIFT) and Statewide Employee Management system including payroll, human resources, and benefits (SEMA4) + Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and pronouncements of the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) + Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and/or cultures **Additional Requirements** To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment. EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned. Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.