AUDITOR - 55000926

Socket.dev; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Tuition waiver

Job summary

The Florida Department of Transportation is seeking an Internal Auditor in Tallahassee within the Office of Inspector General. The role conducts assurance and consulting engagements across transit, planning, aviation, and seaport grants, guiding teams to high-quality outcomes.

The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership, analytical thinking and strong communication; they must uphold professional standards and deliver well-documented findings.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAS, GAO and IIA standards.
• Strong IT auditing knowledge and data analysis.
• Ability to draft clear reports and briefings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct audits, special projects and reviews.
• Develop audit scopes, methodologies and programs.
• Prepare documentation, briefs and final reports.
• Lead team members to ensure timely completion.

Skills

Auditing standards

IT auditing

Data analysis

Report writing

Leadership

Communication

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Presentation software

Data query languages

Job description

Requisition No:883654

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: AUDITOR - 55000926

Pay Plan: SES

Position Number:55000926

Salary: $48,537.58 - $62,813.34

Posting Closing Date: 10/05/2026

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

906 / Office of Inspector General

OPEN COMPETITIVE

SELECTED EXEMPT SERVICE

FULL-TIME

CONTACT PERSON: Heather Strickland

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: 850-410-5822

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: [e-mail]

Anticipated Hiring Salary: $2,150.68 bi-weekly / $55,917.68 annual

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work.Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.

Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Our Mission

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

Our Vision

As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

The Work You Will Do:

The Florida Department of Transportation’s Office of Inspector General, Intermodal Audit Section is looking for a talented Internal Auditor to join our team in Tallahassee. This position will be responsible for conducting assurance and consulting engagements relating, but not limited to transit, planning, aviation, and seaport grants. We are seeking candidates with strong leadership skills who are detail-oriented, possess sound decision making and critical thinking skills, and a team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.

How You Will Grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.

Where You Will Work:

Office of Inspector General

FDOT Barry Building

3185 South Blair Stone Road

Tallahassee, Florida 32311

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Coordinate and conduct audits, special projects, and reviews of Department operations, programs, controls, contracts and agreements in compliance with professional and office standards, to promote accountability, integrity and process improvement in the department.

Develop assignment scopes, methodologies, and audit programs. Prepare, research and design evaluations of programs, systems, controls, policies, procedures and other functions using audit and analytical techniques. Analyze supporting evidence, draw logical conclusions and develop appropriate findings and recommendations. When assigned as team leader by the supervisor, organize and facilitate the work of other team members to ensure the successful completion of the assignment.

Prepare thorough, complete and accurate documentation of work performed. Prepare oral and written briefings. Prepare draft and final reports.

Perform procedure reviews.

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants' Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, United States Government Accountability Office’s Government Auditing Standards, Institute of Internal Auditors' Professional Practices Framework, The Association of Inspectors' General Principles and Standards for Offices of Inspector General, and the Information Systems Audit and Control Association’s Standards, Guidelines and Procedures
• Knowledge of information technology and operational auditing best practices, skills, and techniques
• Knowledge of the methods of compiling, reviewing, and analyzing performance, operations, and financial data.

Skills in:

• Skills to effectively use word processing, electronic spreadsheets, graphic presentation software and data query computer languages.

Ability to:

• Ability to understand, interpret and appropriately apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures including in regard to sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to confirm whether an entity is following the terms of an agreement, or the rules and regulations applicable to an activity or practice prescribed by an external agency or authority.
• Ability to analyze problems using sound reasoning to identify alternative solutions and distinguishing between relevant and irrelevant information.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments based upon objectives, identify problems and opportunities, monitor progress, and accomplish goals.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing to express facts and ideas in a succinct and organized manner and make clear and convincing oral presentations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others by listening and facilitating an open exchange of ideas.
• Ability to learn and develop an understanding of complex organizational and financial processes and systems.
• Ability to apply technology to improve efficiency and effectiveness of work assignments.

The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
• $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
• Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
• State of Florida retirement package
• 10 paid holidays a year
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Career advancement opportunities
• Tuition waiver for public college courses
• A variety of training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

For additional benefit information available to State of Florida employees, visit: https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, provide a letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS, or provide other documentation as proof of an exemption.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation’s Individuals with Disabilities Affir...

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.