STAFF SERVICES MANAGEMENT AUDITOR

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of California, Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST), is seeking a Staff Services Management Auditor in West Sacramento to support the Compliance, Audit, and Accountability Bureau. The role involves audit planning, testing, and reporting within a hybrid work arrangement.

Applicants should be prepared for a fingerprint check, complete Statement of Qualifications, and final filing by 9/18/2026.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic auditing principles, internal controls, and professional standards (e.g., GAGAS/Yellow Book, Global Internal Audit Standards/Red Book).
• Ability to review, analyze, and interpret data, policy documents, state statutes, and administrative regulations.
• Assist in conducting detailed audit testing, sample validation, and preparing organized, accurate workpapers.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to summarize audit findings, test results, and draft clear working notes.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including conducting information gathering interviews and working with team members and program staff.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook), with emphasis on data organization and spreadsheet functions.
• Ability to manage time effectively, follow structured audit programs, and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

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Job description

Job Posting:Staff Services Management Auditor

Peace Officer Standards and Training

JC-530713 -

JC-530713 - Staff Services Management Auditor STAFF SERVICES MANAGEMENT AUDITOR

$4,470.00 - $7,269.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 9/18/2026

Job Description and Duties

The Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) is recruiting to fill aStaff Services Management Auditorpositionin the Compliance, Audit, and AccountabilityBureau.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

This position is located at POST headquarters in West Sacramento, CA. The office is located in a two-story building with a business park setting. Regular and consistent attendance is critical to the successful performance of this position. This position is Hybrid and may be eligible for telework, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• STAFF SERVICES MANAGEMENT AUDITOR

STAFF SERVICES MANAGEMENT AUDITOR $4,470.00 - $5,330.00A $4,611.00 - $5,770.00B $5,528.00 - $7,269.00C New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

40 hours per work week

Work Week:

Monday - Friday

Department Information

The Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) is a small, friendly, state agency located in West Sacramento with easy freeway access and plenty of FREE parking. For more information about the Commission on POST, please visit our website at https://post.ca.gov/ People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NOTE: Salaries do not reflect the 2025 PLP pay reduction. Information on recent changes to the Memorandum of Understanding can be found here: Bargaining / Contracts - CalHR .

Special Requirements

A fingerprint check is required.

A COMPLETE STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ) IS REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED ALONG WITH YOUR STATE APPLICATION. IF THE SOQ IS NOT SUBMITTED THE APPLICANT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW.

THE SOQ SHOULD BE TYPED ON 8 1/2 X 11 PAPER USING 12-POINT ARIAL FONT, INCLUDING THE APPLICANT'S FULL NAME AND DATE AT THE TOP OF THE PAGE. IT SHOULD NOT EXCEED 2 PAGES IN LENGTH.

• Describe your educational background, training, or professional experience in accounting, auditing, public administration, or analytical work. How has this background prepared you to conduct internal audits and review organizational processes?
• Audits require working collaboratively within a team while managing assigned tasks independently under tight deadlines. Describe a situation where you had to balance multiple responsibilities or adapt to unexpected changes in priorities. How did you prioritize your workload to deliver complete, high-quality results?

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 9/18/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• School Transcripts
• Statement of Qualifications - Please see the Special Requirements section of this advertisement for detailed information regarding the required Statement of Qualifications.
• Other - Minimum Qualifications (MQs): When using education to meet MQs, please include your transcripts with your application package. If you have a degree from outside of the United States (US), you must submit an evaluation of this degree to determine the US equivalency. If you need an evaluation, you can visit the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) website to find organizations that provide these services. If you are not providing an evaluation of your degree, you may instead use the bypass option (when applying, select Choose/Upload for the required document and then select Bypass File).

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Knowledge of basic auditing principles, internal controls, and professional standards (e.g., GAGAS/Yellow Book, Global Internal Audit Standards/Red Book).
• Ability to review, analyze, and interpret data, policy documents, state statutes, and administrative regulations.
• Ability to assist in conducting detailed audit testing, sample validation, and preparing organized, accurate workpapers.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to summarize audit findings, test results, and draft clear working notes.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to conduct information gathering interviews and work effectively with team members and program staff.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook), with an emphasis on basic data organization and spreadsheet functions.
• Ability to manage time effectively, follow structured audit programs, and adapt to changing priorities.

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Application Process

Please note: If you are having trouble submitting your application electronically, please contact the Human Resources contact listed on this advertisement.

Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age.

Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver's license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off