Audit Specialist 3, In-Training

Audit Specialist 3, In-Training





Division:



Internal Audit Office/Headquarters

Recruitment Number:
06-HQ-185

Location:
Olympia

Salary:
$28,296 - $51,780 annually depending on qualifications.

Posting Date:
Friday, September 01, 2006

Closing Date:
Sunday, September 17, 2006




Agency Profile: The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) values its employees, challenges them to continuously improve the way we do business, to meet and exceed the needs of our customers, and to carry out their duties in an ethical manner. WSDOT is a multi-modal transportation agency in one of the fastest growing areas of the country, responsible for planning, building and operating a complex highway system in addition to operating a large ferry system and freight and passenger rail system.


Note: Management reserves the right to fill this at any level within the In-Training Plan.


Position Profile:


The Audit Specialist conducts risk based internal audits and consulting engagements for the Department of Transportation.





This position may also conduct audits of private organizations and local governments that have agreements with the Department. Working in the Internal Audit Office, this position provides an independent and objective service that will help management evaluate and improve internal control, risk management, and the internal governance process. This position requires some travel throughout Washington State. While this travel can often be accomplished through day trips, some assignments do require overnight stays.





The successful candidate will have the following:





Oral & written communication skills.

Ability to obtain & analyze complex financial, legal, and operational information, using various computer hardware and software.

Willing to travel to all areas of Washington State, and at times out of state, remain overnight in vicinity of audit for up to five consecutive days or longer. Arrange for transporting of equipment and other items for work while in travel status.

Knowledge of principles & methods effective internal control.

Ability to obtain or currently have a valid Washington State Driver's License.





Desired qualifications include:





A bachelor's degree in accounting, business or public administration, economics, computer science, or closely related field. At least 10 semester or 15 quarter hours of accounting courses.

At least two years of professional experience in accounting, auditing, finance, banking, investigation, retail management, or other related experience,

One year of auditing experience.

Certified Public Accountant Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Information System Auditor, or Certified Fraud Examiner.





Compensation: $28,296 - $51,780 annually depending on qualifications.
Outstanding benefits including health, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; vacation, sick, military and civil leave; dependent care assistance program; employee assistance program; deferred compensation plans; educational benefits program; 11 paid holidays; and state retirement plans.


How To Apply: Please send a completed WSDOT Employment Application, letter of interest, detailed resume by 5 p.m. on September 17, 2006. The letter of interest should indicate how you meet the qualifications as shown on this announcement. Be prepared to provide references at the time of interview.


Electronic application materials in Word format are preferred; however, hard copies may be sent to:





HQHR@wsdot.wa.gov
Subject: 06-HQ-185
or
WSDOT
Office of Human Resources
Attn: HQHR
PO Box 47310
Olympia, WA 98504-7310
FAX: 360-705-6807
Phone: 360-705-7105