Washington State Performance Auditor

Current open performance auditing positions: Associate Performance Auditor:  This is an entry level position in the Performance Audit Division.  Under the guidance and supervision of a higher level auditor, performs research, analysis and program evaluation tasks for performance audits. With supervision, conducts phases or sections of a performance audit that covers multiple agencies or levels of government, have multiple layers of laws and regulations that apply to the audit or relies on large amounts and different types of data. Degree in a field applicable to analyzing government programs is strongly preferred.  Preference may be given to applicants with a master's degree, experience in performance audits, the legislative process or program evaluation or research skills.  Performance Auditor I - A Performance Auditor I conducts performance audits under the direction of senior staff. With minimal supervision, conducts tasks of a performance audit that may cover multiple agencies, corresponding laws and regulations, and rely on multiple sources of data. May also serve as a team lead on smaller, less complex audits and coordinate the efforts of other auditors to accomplish the overall audit objectives. Degree in a field applicable to analyzing government programs is strongly preferred.  Preference may be given to applicants with a master's degree, with one to two years experience conducting performance audits, legislative and/or program evaluations, or research skills.  Performance Auditor II - A Performance Auditor II is responsible for overall audit planning through final audit presentation OR independently conducts sections of large performance audits.. Supervises performance audits that cover a limited number of agencies or programs and utilize reliable data that is readily available. May also serve as a team lead on larger, more complex audits and coordinate the efforts of other auditors to accomplish the overall audit objectives under the direction of a senior or principal performance auditor.  These large audits involve multiple agencies or levels of government, have several layers of applicable laws or regulations and require significant research to obtain the necessary data. Degree in a field applicable to analyzing government programs is strongly preferred.  Preference may be given to applicants with a master's degree, with two to four years experience conducting performance audits, legislative and/or program evaluations, or research skills. Supplemental Information:
Application Procedure:To apply, please submit: 1)  Your completed application, including detailed responses to the supplemental questions; 2)  A letter of interest specifically addressing how you meet the qualifications listed in the announcement; 3) A current resume; and 4) A list of three professional references. This recruitment is open until filled and application reviews will be on-going. For additional information regarding Performance Audit and the State Auditor's Office we welcome you to visit our website at www.sao.wa.gov

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