Chief Internal Auditor

The Office of Statewide Pretrial Services’ (OSPS or Office) mission is to assist in the administration of justice and promote community safety by ensuring fairness and equality in the pretrial process. The OSPS is a statewide office that provides pretrial services under the Pretrial Services Act, 725 ILCS 185. The Office develops pretrial standards and employs pretrial service officers who conduct pretrial investigations and provide pretrial supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The Chief Internal Auditor is responsible for conducting audits of operations to ensure compliance with internal policies, external regulations, and industry standards. This role involves evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, identifying risks, and providing recommendations to improve efficiency. This position works with considerable independence, exercising professional judgment and has great attention to detail under the general supervision of the Chief of Staff.

The required working hours for this position are Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm BENEFITS:

An attractive judicial branch benefits package is offered, including pension, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as deferred compensation and generous leave time.

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FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:

· Develops and executes comprehensive audit plans to assess the effectiveness of internal controls and risk management processes.

· Perform audits of operational units to evaluate workflow efficiency, adherence to policy, and reliability of internal controls.

· Conducts entrance and exit conferences with audited staff to communicate objectives, preliminary findings, and recommendations.

· Identifies and evaluates potential risks, including operational, financial, and compliance risks.

· Analyzes data from multiple OSPS systems to identify irregularities, trends, or areas at risk for noncompliance.

· Validates the accuracy and completeness of records used for audits, including financial, programmatic, and case-level documentation.

· Reviews contracts, leases, MOUs, and fiscal documents to determine compliance with state laws, rules, and internal policies.

· Provides recommendations for process improvements to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen controls Prepares audit reports detailing findings to leadership, highlighting areas of concern.

· Monitors the implementation of audit recommendations and corrective.

· Serves as the point of contact when communicating with external auditors to gather information and clarify audit findings.

· Documents audit procedures and testing methodologies in accordance with professional standards.

· Assists in developing corrective action plans with audited divisions and monitor for timely completion.

· Coordinates with OSPS Legal, Fiscal, HR, and Operations to gather information relevant to audits.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Qualifications:

· Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.

· Seven or more years of progressively responsible auditing experience.

· Requires certification as a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).

· Strong knowledge of audit methodologies, risk management, and compliance practices.

· Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products (i.e., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook).

· Must possess a valid Illinois Driver’s License and demonstrate proof of automobile insurance to operate a personal vehicle on state business, as well as maintain a safe driving record.

· Ability to be LEADS (Law Enforcement Agencies Data Systems) certified.

Preferred Qualifications:

· A Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

· Ten or more years of experience in internal auditing, public accounting, or related roles.

· Five or more years of supervisory experience in a senior leadership role.

· Experience with auditing ERP systems (e.g. SAP).

OTHER KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

· Effective oral and written communication, presentation, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to plan, organize, implement, and maintain a variety of functions and projects simultaneously and meet required deadlines and schedules.

· Ability to positively and professionally interact with co-workers.

· Demonstrated leadership skills including planning and priority setting, sound decision-making, problem-solving, and analytic and interpretive skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Ability to sit for extended time periods.

· Professional office working environment requiring telephone usage and ability to process written documents.

· Ability to travel, including overnight stays, as required.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested individuals should submit a resume and cover letter through the form below. https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/cfdfd666f464473185cdbbd0a5b7b361

An OSPS Job Application is not required to apply, but it will be required before final hiring decisions are made. The application can be downloaded from the Join our Team website:

https://www.ilosps.gov/Resources/d73187f3-91bf-4d0c-8f1d-fc56c4463a12/OSPS%20Job%20Application%204.26.pdf

Any questions about this position or the application process can also be submitted via email at the following address: HR@ilosps.gov.

The Office of Statewide Pretrial Services (OSPS) does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is OSPS able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with OSPS, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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