ASSOCIATE MANAGEMENT AUDITOR JC-535576

California Department of Public Health; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of Public Health is seeking a Lead Auditor to support the Internal Audits Unit by delivering risk-based assurance and advisory services. The role requires leading audits, evaluating statutes, regulations, and contracts, and working within IIA standards.

The position is permanent, full time, based in Sacramento with hybrid telework. Travel up to 10% may be required, and the assignment reflects the department’s commitment to rigorous governance and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Internal Audits Unit with risk-based assurance, advice and insight.
• Conduct financial, compliance and performance audits following IIA standards.
• Lead and coordinate audits, analyze statutes, regulations, and contracts.

Job description

Department Information

At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well‑being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

Department Information

At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well‑being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

The mission of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), Office of Compliance’s Internal Audits Unit, is to provide independent, objective analyses and consulting services designed to add value and improve the Department’s operations.

We are committed to helping the Department accomplish its mission and strategic objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to monitor, evaluate, and recommend improvements to CDPH's governance processes, effectiveness of risk management, and controls.

CDPH is an E-Verify Employer.

The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.

Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov

Job Description and Duties

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by enhancing and protecting CDPH’s organizational value by assisting the Internal Audits Unit to provide risk-based and objective assurance, advice and insight.

The Associate Management Auditor (AMA) works under the direction of the Staff Management Auditor and is responsible for a full range of journey level auditor duties including, conducting and leading sensitive and complex audits. Conducts financial, compliance, and performance audits in a timely and professional manner in accordance with The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards.

The AMA will identify, evaluate and analyze statute, regulations, policies, procedures, and collect financial records, data files, employment data, contracts from various sources, and draw definitive conclusions supported in accordance with IIA standards. Performance of job duties may require up to 10% travel throughout California. Overnight business may require lifting bags up to 25 pounds of equipment such as computers, working papers, etc.

In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP 2025). This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Final Filing Date: 10/28/2026

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-535576

Position #(s): 580-015-4159-701

Working Title: Lead Auditor

Classification: ASSOCIATE MANAGEMENT AUDITOR

$6,646.00 - $8,740.00 A

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time