Nevada State Perfromance Auditor - Carson City, Nevada

Job Posting

PERFORMANCE AUDITOR
Position Announcement
Nevada Legislative Counsel Bureau
Audit Division
Carson City, Nevada
THE AUDIT DIVISION The Division conducts performance audits as part of the Legislature’s oversight responsibility for public programs. The purpose of the audits is to improve state government by providing independent and reliable information about the operations of state agencies, programs, activities, and functions to the Legislature, state officials, and Nevada citizens. For additional information, please visit the Division website at www.leg.state.nv.us/audit.
POSITION DESCRIPTION The position involves conducting and/or assisting on performance audits of Nevada state government. Performance audits provide objective analysis of agency operations to improve effectiveness, economy and efficiency, or internal controls. Initially, this position will function as an assistant under the direction of an in-charge auditor. With experience, this position will serve as the in-charge auditor on performance audits responsible for all phases of the audit, and may include supervising staff. The in-charge auditor works under the guidance of an audit supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS The successful candidate must be a CPA; or have a Master’s degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, or related field.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Applicants should have strong analytical abilities and be proficient in both oral and written communications. Tact,
persuasiveness, and ability to work with others is essential. Experience in performance or financial audits and knowledge of auditing standards and techniques is also desirable.
SALARY AND BENEFITS The salary range for this position is $59,194 to $88,948 annually under the employee-employer paid retirement option, depending on qualifications and experience. This range does not include a reduction for mandatory furlough leave. The position has state retirement and health insurance benefits. An explanation of the retirement options and information regarding state retirement benefits may be accessed at www.nvpers.org. A description of the current health benefits available to all employees may be accessed at www.pebp.state.nv.us/all_plan_benefits.htm. Other optional benefits are available, including a deferred compensation program.
WORKING CONDITIONS This position is located in Carson City, Nevada. Travel throughout the state may be required periodically. A flexible work schedule is available in most cases, including a four-day work schedule.
APPLICATION PROCESS Applicants must submit the following no later than September 27, 2013:
1) Legislative Counsel Bureau Employment Application, available at the Legislative Counsel Bureau or at http://www.leg.state.nv.us/App/CareerOpenings/Postings/LCB/LCBEmploymentApplication.pdf
2) Letter of interest describing qualifications; and
3) Current resume, including three references.
The above information may be mailed or e-mailed to:
Legislative Counsel Bureau, Administrative Division
Attn: Ken Kruse, Human Resources/Accounting
401 S. Carson Street
Carson City, NV 89701-4747
kkruse@lcb.state.nv.us
A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

Please direct inquiries to Rocky Cooper or Jane Bailey at (775) 684-6815.