TJJD - Internal Auditor V - Advanced Senior Internal ...
TEXAS JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT - Austin, TX
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Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: may apply to the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work In Texas and CAPPS Career SectionHOW TO APPLYComplete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available at Employment Application Supplement (HR-003)Child Abuse Registry Check Consent Form (HR-028)Disclosure of PREA Employment Standards Violation (HR-975)Authorization to Release Information (HR-074)Failure to complete and submit the above forms will cause delays in your consideration for this position.Apply Online at and attach to the application the above additional forms along with copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).Apply through Work-In-Texas at You will also need to complete and attach to the application the supplemental questions/forms indicated above along with a copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214). The additional forms are available at: and can be submitted via email to: NOTEYour job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment (month year), supervisorand#8217;s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications.BENEFITSState of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at Benefits include: Retirement plan, paid group health life insurance for employee, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program. Optional add-on benefits include: Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary ADD Insurance, Dependent Health Life insurance, Health Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc. Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty.GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe TJJD Internal Audit Division evaluates and assesses agency functions and new or changing services, processes, and operations. The division consults with management to advise and assist them in ensuring adequate design and internal controls are built into processes, coordinating external audit activities, and following-up on recommendations issued as a result of audit work.Works in partnership, and on audit teams, with other internal auditors to perform a variety of audits, including performance, financial, and compliance of TJJD divisions, programs, and contractors. Work involves examining and analyzing administrative, operating, and/or accounting records, reports, and practices to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; preparing audit reports and other written communications; responding to inquiries; providing recommendations to improve the agencyand#8217;s systems and service deliveries; nd contributing to the overall accountability within the agency. Requires extensive interaction with various staff within the agency throughout the audit process.Career Path Promotion Opportunity: The Internal Auditor job series has been established as a TJJD career path. An employee is hired at a level corresponding with the career path education and experience requirements and may promote up to Internal Auditor IV without competing for a vacant position after the employee meets: (1) the certification and/or experience requirements for the next higher level; and (2) the established performance criteria per agency policy (PRS.15.07).Levels of Work Performed:Performs highly complex (senior-level) internal auditing work. Performs complex to highly complex or large-scale audits. Acts as an audit team lead, as directed. Works under general to limited supervision, with moderate to considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.ESSENTIAL DUTIESConducts on-site reviews and evaluations of program operations, including review of internal control systems and accounting records for adequacy, accuracy, and compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.Keeps appropriate staff apprised of audit progress and findings; acknowledges reasonable concerns expressed throughout the audit process; and provides technical advice on the requirements, liabilities, and penalties of compliance and non-compliance.Prepares detailed and comprehensive audit reports of findings, to include the audit objectives, methodologies, scope, results, and supporting evidence for conclusions; recommends changes in procedures, practices, and accountability measures; and recommends appropriate utilization of resources as needed and client responses to recommended changes.Collaborates with audited program staff to develop goals and objectives and identify the impact of recommended changes on the program area.Actively participates in pre-audit and post-audit meetings; prepares for such meetings and shares information; identifies concerns and trends; recommends improvements to resolve problems or enhance the delivery of services; and considers ideas and points of view from other staff members.Utilizes a variety of data analysis techniques to adequately conduct audit work to ensure compliance with standards and department policies. Conducts or assists with conducting post-audit assessments.Collaborates with internal audit staff in meeting established objectives and goals; shares information, identifies concerns and trends, and recommends improvements to resolve problems or enhance internal audit operations; and collaborates in the development of auditing procedures and standards.Collaborates with management staff to promote excellent performance, confidentiality, and a positive working environment.Acts as an audit team lead, as directed.Assists internal audit management with developing audit scopes, programs, objectives, project procedures, and deliverables.Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures:Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when pletes required documentation in the event of an accident/injury within requested time frames.Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies.Will be required to travel up to 15% of the time.Actively embody and support the Texas Model by demonstrating its core values in daily tasks and interactions with others.Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelorand#8217;s degree. Four (4) years of full-time wage-earning experience that may be a combination of the following: auditing, accounting, budget or other financial operations, evaluating financial systems, or evaluating program(s) effectiveness, efficiency, or compliance. One year of the required experience must involve acting as an audit team lead for Internal or External Aud
Created: 2025-11-15