**Working Title: Auditor Principal** **Job Class: Auditor Principal** **Agency: Education Department** + **Job ID** : 86288 + **Location** : Minneapolis + **Telework Eligible** : Yes + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 05/19/2025 + **Closing Date** : 06/20/2025 + **Bid Open Date:** 05/19/2025 + **Bid Close Date:** 05/26/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Education Department + **Division/Unit** : Education-St Paul / Internal Audit and Advisy Svcs + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $32.99 - $48.93 / hourly; $68,883 - $102,165 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes CURRENT permanent-classified MDE employees represented by MAPE who are eligible for interest bidding for the position should consult Article 16, Vacancies, Filling of Positions, Section 3, Job Posting and Interest Bidding, of their negotiated agreement. In order to be considered for the position as an interest bidder your application must be received by the "Closed for Bid" date listed above. **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. The Internal Audit and Advisory Services Division is seeking an Auditor Principal to lead comprehensive internal audit and advisory projects across the agency. The position develops and implements audit strategies in accordance with professional standards issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors and the U.S. Government Accountability Office (Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards). This position contributes to strategic oversight of audit processes, advises agency management, and provides technical leadership throughout all phases of complex audit engagements. Responsibilities include leading high-impact internal audit and advisory projects that assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, evaluate compliance with applicable laws, policies, and procedures, and support agency-wide risk mitigation. The position has access to sensitive and confidential information and must adhere to the highest standards of confidentiality and discretion when communicating with others. **This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in Minnesota or a bordering state. Effective June 1, employees living within 50 miles of the office location listed above will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month. For those who live 50 or more miles away, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance are eligible to telework up to 100% of the time.** **Minimum Qualifications** **Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.** Five (5) years of professional experience conducting internal audits in an operational, compliance, or programmatic context within the public sector, private sector, a regulatory agency, or a similarly complex organizational environment ; OR A master’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, public administration, or a closely related field may substitute for 18 months of experience; A bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, public administration, or a closely related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience with four (4) years of professional experience conducting internal audits in an operational, compliance, or programmatic context within the public sector, private sector, a regulatory agency, or a similarly complex organizational environment; **Experience must include:** + Experience leading end-to-end internal audit engagements, including planning and scoping, conducting stakeholder interviews and walkthroughs, performing risk-based control testing, documenting audit evidence, and drafting findings and recommendations aligned with professional auditing standards; + In-depth knowledge and application of professional internal auditing standards, including those issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and/or the U.S. Government Accountability Office (Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards – GAGAS); + In-depth knowledge and application of internal control frameworks such as the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) Internal Control Framework and Control Objectives for Information and Related Technologies (COBIT). **Preferred Qualifications** + A master’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, public administration, or a closely related field; + Professional certification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE); + Demonstrated ability to quickly understand and evaluate unfamiliar programs, systems, or operations and apply internal audit methodology to assess risks, controls, and compliance; + Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex audit issues to senior leadership and non-technical stakeholders; + Ability to coach and mentor junior audit staff within a collaborative, team-based environment. **Additional Requirements** A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components: • SEMA4 Records Check (Applies to current and former state employee only) • Employment Reference Check • Conflict of Interest Review The Minnesota Department of Education will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.