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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 02/25/25

Applications Due03/07/25

Vacancy ID181559

NY HELPNo

AgencyTemporary and Disability Assistance, Office of

TitleAuditor 2

Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $84156 to $106454 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 50%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address Audit and Quality Improvement

40 North Pearl Street

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12243

Duties Description Working under the direction of the Auditor 3, duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee audit planning, testing, and reporting activities to ensure they are performed according to the auditing standards promulgated by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) - International Professional Practices Framework ("Standards");

• Prepare for assigned Internal Audits through the research of the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) program areas to ascertain its purpose, functions, organization, funding, internal controls, and all applicable laws, rules, and regulations governing its operation;

• Establish the scope of an audit by analyzing and detecting areas for audit and the time frame for the work to be completed;

• Arrange and lead entrance conferences with representatives of the unit being audited to clarify practices and goals, and to gain access to records;

• Perform and supervise audits by performing various tests, reviews, reconciliations, and evaluations of accounts, claims, records, and procedures to ensure that transactions are correctly processed and fully accounted for, and to ensure that the proper controls are in place;

• Review audit work papers to ensure audit steps are accurately documented and are completed in accordance with the Standards;

• Communicate in a professional and respectful manner both orally and in writing with coworkers, supervisors, local district staff, and other agencies;

• Manage and conduct both on-site and virtual audits and reviews;

• Prepare clear and concise audit reports with audit findings and recommendations;

• Arrange and lead audit exit conferences with representatives of the unit under audit and effectively communicate findings, internal control deficiencies, and opportunities for improvement;

• Supervise and mentor assigned staff on the completion of their assigned tasks and assure adherence to the standards;

• Designate and plan audit activities for assigned staff;

• Perform a full range of supervisory tasks including, but not limited to, periodic employee evaluations, professional development, identification of relevant training opportunities, and adherence to NYS and Audit and Quality Improvement (AQI) policies and procedures; and

• Evaluate and update current audit procedures and recommend improvements as needed.
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Minimum Qualifications Eligible for a lateral transfer or eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law by having one year of permanent competitive service in an appropriate title. Information regarding transfer eligibility is available on the Civil Service Career Mobility Office website at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/.

OR

Reachable on the appropriate eligible list in Albany.

Additional Comments A full time permanent or contingent-permanent appointment will be made. This position requires less than 50% travel. If certified by Civil Service, mandatory reemployment list candidates must be considered first for appointment to this title. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Your resume must indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Non-specific submissions may be disqualified from further consideration if the information you provide does not meet the minimum qualifications.

Telecommuting up to 50% may be available in accordance with The Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance policy and can be discussed during the interview.

Interested applicants should send an email with their resume attached to jobpostings@otda.ny.gov and reference posting #25039. DO NOT REFERENCE THE VACANCY ID NUMBER.

NYS OTDA seeks to promote a diverse workforce that is a representation of the various cultures, voices, backgrounds, ideas, and talents of the citizens and communities that we serve. We actively solicit and encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (“BIPOC”); LGBTQIA+ individuals; women; people with disabilities; and military veterans.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Recruitment Unit

Telephone

Fax (518) 474-9374

Email Address jobpostings@otda.ny.gov

Address

Street 40 North Pearl Street, 12B

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12243

 

Notes on ApplyingTo apply, please send a cover letter and resume. Include a current, Civil Service title and grade level and clearly state how you meet the minimum qualifications.

Interested applicants should send an email to jobpostings@otda.ny.gov and reference posting #25039. DO NOT REFERENCE THE VACANCY ID NUMBER.

You may be required to provide acceptable proof of education, experience, credential and/or license to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications for appointment to this position.

Applicants will be required to prove their eligibility for employment based upon acceptance of a position in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

If you are a retiree currently receiving benefits, indicate this and the name of the retirement system in your response.

In accordance with state law, Governor’s Executive Order No. 6 and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance does not discriminate against disabled individuals. If you are disabled and require reasonable accommodation at the time of the interview, please contact OTDA's designee for reasonable accommodation at (518) 474-7284.

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