External Auditor 3

State of Ohio; United States; On-site; USD 72,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Ohio is seeking an External Auditor 3 to conduct fiscal monitoring reviews for workforce programs and grant compliance. The role involves learning CFR, Ohio administrative rules, and agency policies while reviewing financial reports and records.

The position requires leading engagements when needed, strong audit knowledge, and the ability to work collaboratively with county partners across Ohio. Travel within the state is expected.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of audit and monitoring standards.
• Ability to gather information, interview contacts, and prepare clear documentation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with financial management regulations at local, state, and federal levels.
• Clear verbal and written communication for reports and exit conferences.
• Professionalism in challenging situations.
• Ability to learn and apply WIOA and CCMEP rules.

Responsibilities

• Conduct monitoring reviews and assess compliance with federal regulations.
• Identify non‑compliance and document issues.
• Prepare audit reports with clear recommendations.
• Maintain professionalism in challenging interactions during reviews.
• Conduct exit conferences and discuss findings.

Skills

Auditing

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Assessment

Accounting and Finance

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Decision Making

Organizing and Planning

Priority Setting

Written Communication

Job description

External Auditor 3 (260006J2)

Organization

: Job & Family Services
Agency Contact Name and Information: ODJFS Human Resources Team, [e-mail]

Unposting Date

: Sep 28, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Primary Location

: United States of America-OHIO
Compensation: $34.53 per hour

Schedule

: Full-time
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

: Auditing
Technical Skills: Regulatory Compliance, Risk Assessment, Accounting and Finance, Auditing
Professional Skills: Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Decision Making, Organizing and Planning, Priority Setting, Written Communication

Agency Overview

Who We Are

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through the following programs:

• Cash and Food Assistance
• Employment Services and Workforce Development
• Unemployment Insurance
• Adult Protective Services
• Child Support

Public service is an honorable way to serve the community in a hands‑on dedicated way. You can make a difference in someone’s world!

Guiding Principles

• We will be a leader in customer satisfaction.
• We will have a reputation that attracts and retains talented, diverse, and dedicated employees.
• We get better at what we do every day.

Job Description

Office of Fiscal and Monitoring Services

The Office of Fiscal and Monitoring Services (OFMS) Monitoring Division conducts monitoring reviews of County Family Services agency programs. Training and technical assistance is also provided to the County Department of Job and Family Services agencies concerning federal and state compliance. Learn more about the Office by visiting the ODJFS OFMS webpage.

This position works in a unit responsible for conducting fiscal monitoring reviews of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) programs, the Comprehensive Case Management and Employment Program (CCMEP), and special discretionary grants. You will learn the WIOA, the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Ohio Administrative Code rules, and policies

What You Will Do

• Conduct monitoring reviews. Perform reviews individually or as part of a team to assess compliance with federal regulations. Reviews can include cost allocation, budgeting, procurement, disbursements, cash management, contract reviews, and sub‑recipient monitoring. You will also analyze financial reports from the County Finance Information System, County Auditor reports, and local accounting system reports.

• Identify non‑compliance. Document all issues identified during reviews.

• Prepare audit reports. Write clear, concise reports with accurate recommendations for improvement.

• Maintain professionalism in challenging interactions. Stay calm and professional when someone is frustrated, confused, or hesitant to provide information or records.

• Conduct exit conferences. Share findings and discuss issues identified during the review.

Preferred Skills

• Strong knowledge of audit and monitoring standards, including experience creating working papers and preparing audit reports.

• Ability to gather information, interview contacts, and prepare clear, accurate documentation for monitoring reviews.

• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team, including leading engagements when needed.

• Familiarity with financial management regulations at the local, state, and federal levels, especially those related to administering federal funds.

• Clear verbal and written communication skills for preparing reports and conducting exit conferences.

• Personal attributes such as being teachable, patient, persistent, observant, organized, detail oriented, accurate, adaptable, and maintaining a positive, professional attitude.

• Ability to learn and apply program‑specific requirements, including Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and Comprehensive Case Management and Employment Program rules.

• Professionalism in challenging situations, including staying calm, respectful, and focused when individuals have concerns or are hesitant to provide information.

• Ability to build effective working relationships with county partners and other stakeholders.

Schedule: Full-time

Hours: Standard workdays are Monday through Friday. Hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Location: This position will be headquartered in an ODJFS Facility in one of the following cities – Columbus, Akron, or Dayton. This determination will take into account the proximity to the applicant’s home address.

Rhodes State Officer Tower – 30 E. Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215
Akron – 172 S. Broadway Street, Akron, OH 44308
Dayton – 6680 Poe Avenue, Dayton, OH 45414

Travel: Occasional travel within the state of Ohio, including some overnight stays.

Position Number(s): 20042221, 20042222

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full‑time and part‑time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

The candidate, at minimum, must have the following:

Option 1:

• 5 years experience in auditing or accounting, which must have included 30 months auditing experience in accordance with auditing standards or in accordance with prescribed management policies &/or procedures as specified on agency position description;

• AND12 months experience as audit team lead or auditor in charge.

Option 2:

• Completion of undergraduate core coursework in accounting, business administration, computer science or related field;

• AND3 years experience in auditing or accounting which must have included 18 months auditing experience in accordance with auditing standards or in accordance with prescribed management policies and/or procedures as specified on agency position description;

• AND12 months experience as audit team lead or auditor in charge.

Option 3:

• 12 months experience as External Auditor 2, 66462, in the State of Ohio classification system.

Option 4:

• The equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Pay Information

This position is in the State of Ohio’s OCSEA Pay Schedule, Pay Range 33. Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be the minimum salary of that pay range (step 1, currently $34.53 per hour). These ranges provide a standardized pathway for pay increases. With continued employment, new hires move to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Cost of Living Adjustments increase wages in these ranges each fiscal year. The current step progression wages are in the table below.

|————————|————|————|————-|————-|————-|————-|————-|————-|————-|
| Pay Range 33 | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 | Step 6 | Step 7 | Step 8 | Step 9 |
| Hourly | $34.53 | $36.20 | $38.01 | $39.86 | $41.81 | $43.90 | $46.00 | $48.28 | $50.66 |
| Annual | $71,822 | $75,296 | $79,061 | $82,909 | $86,965 | $91,312 | $95,680 | $100,422 | $105,373 |
| Months of Employment | At Hire | 6 Months | 18 Months | 30 Months | 42 Months | 54 Months | 66 Months | 78 Months | 90 Months |

Supplemental Information Selection Priority Notice

Current employees of ODJFS in the OCSEA union have selection rights before all other applicants. Applications from all other candidates will only be considered if an internal OCSEA applicant is not selected for this position.

ADA Notice

If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process, please contact [e-mail].

Background check information

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Some positions may require drug testing and/or fingerprinting. Criminal convictions do not necessarily disqualify candidates from consideration.
ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace The State of Ohio is a drug‑free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non‑medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug‑Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.