Posting number: CRT-2026-227954-MBT
Department: Culture Rec & Tourism-State Parks
Job classification: AUDITOR 1
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Administration, Legal, Recreation, Parks and Recreation, Parks, Customer Service, Project Management, Hospitality and Tourism, Office and Administrative Support, Audit
The Louisiana Office of State Parks (OSP) serves the citizens of Louisiana and visitors by preserving and interpreting natural areas of unique or exceptional scenic value, planning, developing, and operating sites that provide outdoor recreation opportunities in natural surroundings, preserving and interpreting historical and scientific sites of statewide importance, and administering intergovernmental programs related to outdoor recreation and trails.
This position is located at the State Parks Administrative Office in Baton Rouge, LA.
The Office of State Parks is looking for an Auditor 1-4 to support the executive team in an internal audit capacity. The incumbent will serve as the independent assurance and advisory professional responsible for conducting independent, objective reviews of policy, procedure, risk management, internal controls, compliance activities, and fiscal operations. The position works closely with the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism (CRT) auditor to develop and administer an OSP internal audit program that supports OSP goals of strong internal controls, personal accountability, improved efficiency, and proper stewardship of resources.
Three years of experience in accounting or auditing; OR
Six years of full-time experience in any field plus twenty-four semester hours in one or a combination of the following: accounting, auditing, business, finance, management, economics, quantitative methods, or information systems; OR
A bachelor’s degree with twenty-four semester hours in one or a combination of the following: accounting, auditing, business, finance, management, economics, quantitative methods, or information systems; OR
A bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, management, economics, information systems, quantitative methods, or statistics; OR
A bachelor’s degree plus a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Government Audit Professional (CGAP) designation; OR
An advanced degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, management, economics, information systems, quantitative methods, or statistics; OR
A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Applicants who possess a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification are encouraged to apply.
Location: State Parks Administrative Office in Baton Rouge, LA. The preferred domicile for the position is the OSP headquarters in Baton Rouge, but alternate statewide domicile locations will be considered.
Appointment Type: Probational, Promotion, or Detail to Special Duty.
*CRT policy requires all employees to serve a minimum 12-month probationary period without exception. *
Career Progression: This position may be filled as an Auditor 1, 2, 3, or 4.
Work Schedule: The State Parks Administrative Office is open Monday-Friday; typical office hours are 8 am-4:30 pm. This position will work full-time hours, a 40-hour work week. Schedule includes paid time off for state holidays.
Travel: Position requires approximately 50% travel to state & local parks, recreation areas, historic sites, etc., statewide, as needed for meetings, training, etc. When travel is required, a state vehicle is provided for employee use while on duty.
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
The Office of the Lieutenant Governor and the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism are participants in the E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes.
Louisiana as a State, is a Model Employer for People with Disabilities.
Contact Information:
Melissa Thibodaux, HR Specialist
Department of Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
1051 N. 3rd Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Fax: (225) 342-7928
mthibodaux@crt.la.gov
Michael Proctor
Deputy Assistant Secretary, Office of State Parks
225.342.8191
mproctor@crt.la.gov
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