Hybrid Legislative Performance Auditor/Analyst

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Professional development

Flexible schedule

Transit benefits

Public service retirement benefits

Job summary

The State of Colorado, Office of the State Auditor, seeks a full-time Legislative Performance Auditor/Analyst to evaluate government performance and advise on improvements. The role combines data analysis, auditing standards, and collaboration with state agencies to safeguard taxpayer resources.

Hybrid work arrangement and pathways for professional development are highlighted, with a focus on nonpartisan, objective evaluations and clear communication with leadership and lawmakers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, public policy, social sciences, accounting, business, finance, or related field.
• Substitutions: four years of related professional experience can replace the degree.
• Graduate degree and professional certification preferred for enhanced qualifications.
• Experience with data mining, control testing, and large information systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work as a team member to gather information on agency operations to identify audit areas.
• Analyze information to conduct objective evaluations of government performance and stewardship.
• Conduct data analysis using Excel, Access, and IDEA; evaluate operations for efficiency and compliance.
• Present findings and recommendations to agency management and the State Legislature.

Skills

Data analysis

Excel

Communication

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration/Public Policy/Social Sciences/Accounting/Finance

Tools

MS Access

IDEA data analysis

MS Excel

Job description

The State of Colorado, Office of the State Auditor, seeks a full-time Legislative Performance Auditor/Analyst to evaluate government performance and advise on improvements. The role combines data analysis, auditing standards, and collaboration with state agencies to safeguard taxpayer resources.

Hybrid work arrangement and pathways for professional development are highlighted, with a focus on nonpartisan, objective evaluations and clear communication with leadership and lawmakers.