Posting number: 227217Auditor1234-100926NR
Department: DCFS-Department of Children and Family Services
Job classification: AUDITOR 1
Posting type: Open
Categories: Social Services, Audit
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To protect children, empower families, and strengthen communities so every child grows up safe, stable, and strong.
A future where every child thrives in a loving environment, supported by empowered families and resilient communities.
Treating all people with dignity, compassion and respect, while providing services with integrity.
At The Department of Children and Family Services, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.
This is a highly responsible and complex level of audit work where the incumbent is responsible for the performance of audits of various programs, operations and services statewide, including internal and external projects with a focus on effectiveness, efficiency, cost savings, reputational exposure, compliance and financial reviews. The incumbent must have experience as an auditor. Position requires Statewide Travel.
Are you passionate about ensuring accountability and transparency? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a commitment to improving processes? The Internal Audit section at the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is looking for dedicated professionals like you to help us uphold the highest standards of integrity and efficiency.
If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact - this could be the opportunity for you!
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.
Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment. This position may be filled as a probational appointment or a job appointment that may last up to 48 months. Job appointments may convert to probational appointments. Also, it may be filled as a detail and promoted within 12 months or by promotion of a permanent classified employee.
Work Schedule: Typically, work hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday. Flexible work schedules are available after meeting certain criteria and is dependent upon the position you are applying for. Some positions require working shifts.
Career Progression: Positions may be filled from this posting as an Auditor 1, 2, 3, or 4, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.
Compensation: Below is the Special Entrance Rate (SER) for each level:
Louisiana HB 420 requires all prospective DCFS employees to complete and clear multiple background clearances prior to employment with this agency.
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.
Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript and any certifications or licenses related to auditing or accounting to your application (PDF format preferred). The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire.
Zachary Alleman
Department of Children and Family Services
Zachary.Alleman.DCFS@la.gov
DCFS is an “Equal Opportunity Employer”, and Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Our mission is to foster accountability and transparency in Louisiana government by providing the Legislature and others with audit services, fiscal advice, and other useful information.
The Legislative Auditor is one of the largest public accounting practices in the State of Louisiana and certainly one of the largest employers of certified public accountants. However, in addition to accountants, the Legislative Auditor also employs public administrators, attorneys, actuaries, computer analysts, Information Technology auditors, and many other individuals who offer the public a broad spectrum of skills.
