Criminal Audit & Compliance Analyst

New Mexico Department of Justice; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Department of Justice in Santa Fe seeks an Audit & Compliance Analyst - Criminal to lead agency audits and ensure CJIS/compliance alignment. You will coordinate with state criminal agencies, guiding audits and enforcing corrective actions while maintaining rigorous documentation.

The role demands strong communication, multi-tasking, and the ability to manage complex audits with federal partners in a fast-paced public-safety environment. Some statewide travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or Accounting; or a combination totaling three years of related education/experience.
• One year of related job experience in office administration, budgeting, purchasing, finance, auditing, or contract management.

Responsibilities

• Lead criminal agency audits: structure, implement, and track audits and corrective actions.
• Agency engagement: educate and assist criminal agencies across the state via calls, meetings, and visits.
• Administrative duties: manage audit paperwork, responses, and maintain clear program documentation.

Job description

New Mexico Department of Justice in Santa Fe seeks an Audit & Compliance Analyst - Criminal to lead agency audits and ensure CJIS/compliance alignment. You will coordinate with state criminal agencies, guiding audits and enforcing corrective actions while maintaining rigorous documentation.

The role demands strong communication, multi-tasking, and the ability to manage complex audits with federal partners in a fast-paced public-safety environment. Some statewide travel may be required.