Auditor 2

State of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Vacation with holidays

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is seeking an Auditor 2 position to oversee statewide inspection programs for public-facing industries. The role requires conducting inspections, reviewing documentation, and making recommendations based on findings.

Travel by state vehicle is an essential function of the job. Candidates should have experience in regulatory oversight, strong communication skills, and the ability to prepare detailed inspection reports.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ARS Title 28 & 32; Arizona Administrative Code and applicable CFRs.
• Regulatory compliance inspection principles and auditing practices.
• Ability to interpret statutes, rules, regulations and policies.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate statewide meetings and conduct compliance inspections.
• Issue reports for non-compliance and provide recommendations to improve programs.
• Prepare final reports and data analyses for management review.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Compliance inspections

Regulatory auditing

Inspection reporting

Research and problem resolution

Databases and tracking

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team driving a safer transportation system for Arizona.Check out a day in the life of our Motor Vehicle Division employees truly thriving!

Auditor 2
**Open to current and active State of Arizona employees ONLY**

Third Party Administration

1801 W. Jefferson
Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $43,197.44

Grade: 19

Closing Date: October 13, 2026

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for conducting and evaluating statewide inspection programs for public facing industries that fall under ADOT for regulatory oversight. Reviews and examines various required documentation regarding private and other governmental organizations. This position will make recommendations based upon inspection/audit findings. Required to drive a state vehicle for travel.

Job Duties:

Facilitate meetings with owners or representatives statewide; conduct compliance inspections verifying compliance with required guidelines and code of federal regulations, state and local laws; ensure the department's minimum training standards are being taught; issue appropriate reports for non-compliance and complete appropriate reporting process; provide recommendations to improve program operation.
Perform background research to support inspection assignment, including review of prior audits, documentation, and compliance requirements. Generate reports and analyze inspection procedures, providing recommendations for improvement as needed.
Maintain and track inspections and generate reports and data for management review. Prepare final reports and recommendations for upper management.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• ARS Title 28 & 32.
• Arizona Administrative Code and applicable Code of Federal Regulations.
• Regulatory compliance inspection principles and auditing practices.
• MVD policies, procedures; programs and resources related to compliance inspections.
• Documentation standards and reporting requirements for regulatory oversight.
• Software systems and databases utilized in the compliance inspection process, including Google Workspace.

Skills in:

• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Conducting compliance inspections and regulatory reviews.
• Analyzing inspection findings and identifying corrective actions.
• Preparing inspection reports, correspondence, and statistical data.
• Research and problem resolution.
• Utilizing internal databases and compliance tracking systems.

Ability to:

• Interpret and accurately apply state and federal statutes, rules, regulations and policies.
• Evaluate financial records, inventories, equipment, and training programs for compliance.
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects and inspection assignments to meet deadlines.
• Communicate findings and provide regulatory guidance verbally and in writing.
• Develop professional working relationships with regulated entities and stakeholders.
• Operate a state vehicle for required travel.

Selective Preference(s):

Two years experience in an office environment which includes preparing and providing oral and written responses to related questions from the general public, evaluating documents for completeness, high volume of email/phone calls and preparing reports.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Background check required.

As this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave programhere. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

Contact Us:

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at [e-mail] or phone call at [phone] option 2.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling [phone] option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.