Director Of Internal Audit

State of Connecticut - DOC Central Office; Wethersfield (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Connecticut’s Department of Correction invites applications for a full-time Director of Internal Audit at the Central Office in Wethersfield. This leadership role directs staff, oversees the internal audit program, and ensures compliance with laws and regulations while improving controls and accountability.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in financial and operational analysis, policy development, and staff supervision, with CPA/CIA/CFE certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Nine (9) years of professional experience in financial and operational analysis.
• Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in a supervisory capacity.
• Substitutions allowed: Bachelor's degree for experience; a Master's may substitute for one year.
• Incumbents may possess CPA, CIA or CFE certification as preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs staff and operations of the internal audit program.
• Formulates program goals and objectives and develops procedures.
• Interprets and administers applicable laws and regulations; evaluates staff.
• Plans and directs financial examinations of fiscal operations within the department.
• Prepares or assists in the preparation of the program budget.

Skills

Leadership & staff supervision

Audit & internal controls

Accounting principles

Oral & written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Master's degree substitution for one year experience

Job description

Introduction

Are you a current State of Connecticut employee interested in leading a comprehensive internal audit program that supports organizational accountability and operational effectiveness? Do you have experience evaluating internal controls, analyzing financial and operational data, and developing recommendations based on your findings? If so, we invite you to explore this opportunity below! The Connecticut Department of Correction (DOC) is hiring a full-time Director of Internal Audit, located at our Central Office in Wethersfield.�This recruitment is open to current State of Connecticut employees only.

Position Highlights

• Monday through Friday
• Full-time, 40 hours per week)
• First shift (Some off-shift work may be required based on operational needs)
• Location: Central Office, Wethersfield
• This position may be eligible to apply for telework after successful completion of the working test period and thereafter in accordance with the Telework Policy. Employees serving an initial working test period must work on-site in the office.

The Role

The Director of Internal Audit will be responsible for directing staff and overseeing the operations of the Department of Correction’s internal audit program. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Formulate program goals and objectives;
• Develop, review, and evaluate policies and procedures;
• Interpret and administer applicable laws and regulations;
• Evaluate staff;
• Assist in preparing the program budget.

Our Mission

The Connecticut Department of Correction shall strive to be a global leader in progressive correctional practices and partnered re‑entry initiatives to support responsive evidence‑based practices aligned to law‑abiding and accountable behaviors. Safe and security shall be a priority component of this responsibility as it pertains to staff, victims, citizens and offenders.

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Selection Plan

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must be a current State of CT employee, who has worked for the state for at least six (6) months of full‑time service or full‑time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

This employer may participate in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm work authorization.

Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

Purpose of Job Class (NATURE OF WORK)

In a State agency this class is accountable for directing the Internal Audit program.

Examples of Duties

• Directs staff and operations of program;
• Formulates program goals and objectives;
• Develops or assists in development of related policy;
• Interprets and administers pertinent laws;
• Evaluates staff;
• Prepares or assists in preparation of program budget;
• Maintains contacts with individuals both within and outside of program who might impact activities;
• Coordinates studies of departmental operations which include complex management studies of organizational structures and management and operating procedures;
• Plans and directs a program of financial examinations of fiscal operations within department;
• Analyzes financial transactions for program and/or contract compliance;
• Appraises and verifies accuracy and adequacy of records, systems and controls;
• Formulates long range plans to provide periodic examinations of all major departmental activities, programs and financial records;
• Conducts highly sensitive and complex studies requested by Commissioner;
• Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;
• May perform activities associated with the agency’s provider audit process;
• Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skill and Ability

Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply management principles and practices; relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; the principles and practices of auditing and accounting; organizational analysis; Knowledge of financial examination procedures; data processing; Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; Considerable ability to prepare comprehensive reports.

Minimum Qualifications - General Experience

Nine (9) years of professional experience in a combination of financial and operational analysis in a large business or public service organization.

Minimum Qualifications - Special Experience

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in a supervisory capacity.

NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted to be at the level of a Supervising Accountant or a Supervising Accounts Examiner.

Minimum Qualifications - Substitutions Allowed

• College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one‑half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor’s degree.
• A Master’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, public administration or in a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the General Experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience evaluating internal controls, risk management practices, regulatory compliance, and fraud prevention or detection processes.
• Experience analyzing financial and operational data and developing recommendations based on findings.
• Experience developing, reviewing, and evaluating policies and procedures.
• Experience identifying process improvements and evaluating their implementation.
• Experience auditing public‑sector, for‑profit, or nonprofit organizations.
• Experience preparing and issuing audit reports and other audit‑related documentation.
• Experience presenting audit findings and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.

Special Requirements

Incumbents in this class are required to possess and maintain at least one of the following certifications: Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor or Certified Fraud Examiner.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5‑196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.� As such, a job class is not meant to be all‑inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.