The City of San Diego · 11 hours ago
Performance Auditor
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$92K/yr - $149K/yr
2+ years expThe City of San Diego is seeking a Performance Auditor to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and equity of City government services and programs. The role involves analyzing City programs, developing audit plans, conducting evaluations, and presenting findings to various stakeholders.
ConstructionGovernmentIndustrial EngineeringPublic Safety
Responsibilities
Analyze and evaluate City programs, departments, complex processes, and budgets to identify opportunities for improving efficiency, effectiveness, and equity
Identify key factors that may impact a program’s success and evaluate if policies, performance indicators, measures, and processes are sufficient to achieve program goals
Research and collect information from relevant laws, industry best practices, previous research studies, previous audits, benchmarking cities, and other criteria to measure and evaluate a program’s performance
Develop audit plans to determine which programmatic and/or operational areas to evaluate and what steps to take to achieve the audit objectives
Use data analysis to analyze trends over time, percent of goals met, adequacy of program measures, budget and financial information, and other data relevant to the policy, program, or process
Plan and conduct interviews, conduct fieldwork, and document conclusions
Apply knowledge of local government, budgeting, public policy, and Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards
Develop audit findings and recommendations to address identified areas for improvement
Write clear, concise, and impactful audit reports that communicate audit findings to a broad audience, including City Council, City Management, Audit Committee, and the public
Present the audit findings and recommendations to Audit Committee, City Council, and the public
Maintain a professional rapport with City Management and work to ensure recommendations are implemented
Qualification
Required
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to completion of undergraduate coursework in public administration, business administration, accounting, or a related field from an accredited college or university with coursework or experience in finance, economics, public administration, policy analysis, or accounting
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
To be considered for the Performance Auditor II level, minimum qualifications include those listed above as well as 2 years of performance audit, program analysis, or accounting experience
To be considered for the Senior Performance Auditor level, minimum qualifications include those listed above as well as 5 years of performance audit experience
Preferred
Coursework and/or professional certifications in performance auditing, accounting, IT security or IT auditing; public administration, public policy, advanced data analysis, technical writing, and project management skills is highly desirable
Energetic and motivated with the ability and desire to take initiative
A positive attitude which prioritizes team success and support
Ability to complete assignments with accuracy and in a timely manner
Ability to use critical thinking skills to accomplish project goals
Commitment to public service, fiscal responsibility, and innovation in government
Strong interpersonal leadership skills, with the ability to successfully interact with a wide variety of stakeholders, including elected officials, various levels of City Management, and members of the public
Highly ethical and objective, with the ability to navigate in a political environment while maintaining professional objectivity and non-partisanship
A commitment to public service and the people of San Diego
Ability to collect, compile, analyze, interpret, and present data and draft audit findings
Strong quantitative analytical abilities, including a thorough understanding of common data analysis tools and programs
Ability to analyze business processes and develop appropriate solutions
A well-developed understanding of government, accounting, finance, and economic processes and the ability to apply understanding of such to assigned projects
Ability to comprehend technical details and how they relate to and impact the 'big picture'
Ability to communicate complex and technical information in a simple, clear, and straightforward manner, including the use of graphs and tables
Experience with auditing and evaluating IT systems, accounting concepts, and/or identifying Fraud, Waste, and Abuse within organizations
Benefits
Defined retirement plan, including pension reciprocity, dependent on an employee’s eligibility status (new hire, rehire, etc.).
A wide variety of cafeteria-style health and wellness plans or in-lieu cash waiver.
11 paid City holidays per calendar year and 1 floating holiday per fiscal year.
Approximately 176 hours of paid annual leave for an employee’s first 15 years of service, and approximately 216 hours for 16+ years of service.
Up to 24 hours of paid discretionary leave per fiscal year.
Up to 320 hours of paid Parental Leave per childbirth or placement of a child.
Up to 40 hours of paid Bereavement Leave per fiscal year.
Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 per fiscal year, and complimentary LinkedIn Learning professional development opportunities.
Free transit pass (including MTS Trolley, MTS Bus, and all Rapid and Rapid Express bus services).
Access to premier City golf courses at a discounted rate.
Reduced-rate fitness center memberships.
City-paid life insurance.
Company
The City of San Diego
The City of San Diego offers meaningful opportunities for professionals ready to make a lasting impact.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Casey Smith
Deputy Chief Operating Officer
Eric K. Dargan
Chief Operating Officer
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