Staff Internal Auditor

This Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal Funds

The Staff Auditor II provides professional auditing services within the Office of the Internal Auditor (OIA) in the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). This position supports compliance financial operational and data analytic audit engagements across the departments diverse programs. Work is conducted under direct supervision and follows established audit procedures and standards.

This role contributes to departmental oversight by preparing audit documentation assisting with audit findings and conducting follow-ups. It also supports the OIAs data analytics initiatives and plays a key part in reviewing and resolving audit-related issues. The position assists in ensuring departmental processes meet regulatory and performance standards.

• Perform audit fieldwork testing and documentation under established procedures

• Analyze financial operational and programmatic data for audit evidence

• Support integrated audit teams across performance compliance and IT audits

• Participate in developing audit findings and recommendations

• Prepare and maintain audit work papers and documentation

• Follow up on previous audit issues and resolutions

• Perform data analytics tasks and continuous audit engagements

• Communicate audit outcomes through written reports and oral presentations

• Organize tasks efficiently and manage time to meet project goals

• Engage in professional development and contribute to audit process improvements

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest most complex agencies in the state and has approximately 17000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health safety and well-being of all North Carolinians providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf blind developmentally disabled and mentally ill and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

The Office of the Internal Auditor (OIA) performs independent assessments and audits concerning operational compliance financial and legal risks to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS). OIA provides a variety of assurance and consulting services to help the Department improve the efficiency and effectiveness of programs and its risk management control and governance processes. We are an office dedicated to working collaboratively toward helping NCDHHS continuously improve and positively impacting the lives of the North Carolinians.

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options standard and supplemental retirement plans and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation sick and community service addition paid parental leave is available to eligible more information about DHHS: Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants that possess the following skills are preferred:

• Experience performing audits or consulting engagements related to operational and compliance issues.

• Experience reviewing business processes internal controls and governance in complex organizations.

• Proven experience compiling and analyzing datasets or reports using tools such as Excel SAS Enterprise Guide Power BI or similar platforms.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See details.

Qualified applicants must possess and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following:

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

In accordance with the Governors Executive Order 303 our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Application Process
Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the following: Education including high school and all degrees obtained Work Experience and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
• Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions you must provide supporting information within the Work Experience section of the application to support your answers.
• If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
• Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered Positions of Trust will be subject to a criminal background check.
• Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application please log in to your account. Upon the closing date applications are Under Review and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
• Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.
• For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service please visit the NACES membership website at

Degree/College Credit Verification

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.

Veterans and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach aDD-214 Member-4 Form(Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS) along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22 along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities or known limitations covered by the PWFA are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact the person indicated below.

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CONTACT INFORMATION:

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