Job Description
Annual Salary Range: $117,707.00 - $182,458.00
First Review of Applications: July 21, 2024
Expected Start Date: August/September 2024
SANDAG Independent Performance Audit Function
On January 1, 2018, a new California Assembly Bill (AB 805) required the creation of the Audit Committee and an independent performance auditor position. Under general administrative direction of the Board of Directors and Audit Committee, the OIPA has the authority to conduct performance audits of all departments, offices, boards, activities, and programs of the consolidated agency. Performance audits are conducted in compliance with generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS). The OIPA also reviews compliance with the agency’s administrative policies, procedures, and local, state and federal regulations including reviews of funding, revenue streams, capital programs, expenditures, enterprise risk management, public bid process, transportation, and other regional planning programs and initiatives that impact the region.
The OIPA serves as the Board of Directors’ oversight function that objectively evaluates and recommends improvements to SANDAG operations. OIPA prioritizes its efforts through an annual objective risk assessment and by continually monitoring concerns and trends from the Whistleblower Hotline Program. The OIPA is also the official body of SANDAG to investigate allegations of potential fraud, waste, abuse, and gross mismanagement identified by SANDAG staff or other stakeholders.
Role
Under the general direction of Independent Performance Auditor (IPA), and with direct oversight from the Deputy Independent Performance Auditor, the Principal Independent Auditor (Audit Manager) will plan, supervise, manage and oversee the activities and operations of multiple audit teams/projects within the Office of the Independent Performance Auditor (OIPA), including financial, operational, and performance audits. This position will also facilitate and support management in establishing internal management controls and improving organizational performance and provide highly responsible and complex professional support to OIPA’s executive team.
Typical Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public or business administration, public policy, accounting, finance, or a related field. A master’s degree is highly desirable.
- Seven years of increasingly responsible professional auditing experience in the areas of administration, operations, finance, performance or management, preferably for a public agency. At least two of these years must have been at the supervisory level.
- Possession of a professional designation such as Certified Public Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Government Auditing Professional, or Certified Government Finance Manager is desirable.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices, and standards of governmental auditing.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration, including budgeting, purchasing, risk management, human resources management, public contracting, and maintenance of public records; knowledge of standard public agency methodologies and strategies used in the procurement of services; knowledge and understanding of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Benefits
SANDAG offers comprehensive benefits, to include health, dental, and vision insurance as well as employee assistance, wellness, and work/life balance programs. Additionally, SANDAG offers the following:
- Hybrid (Monday and Wednesday telework days; Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday in office)
- 9/80 flexible work schedule (every other Monday off)
- Pay-for-performance merit increases
- CalPERS pension plan with employer and employee contributions
- Excellent health insurance options for employees and their eligible dependents
- Free dental and vision insurance for employees and their eligible dependents
- Education Assistance of up to $5,250 a year for regular employees
- Free transit pass for use throughout the San Diego region, Rapid Express, Trolley, and COASTER
- Paid time off including 12 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, generous paid time off (PTO) per year
Call (619) 699-1900 or visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sandag? for information. First review July 14, 2024. EOE.
Occupations
SANDAG is one of the most recognized regional agencies in the nation with responsibilities that cover a broad range of complex, interrelated program areas connected by a Quality of Life theme. We are best known for our efforts related to transportation and this role continues to expand as we push beyond traditional boundaries to deliver a state-of-the-art transportation system for the region. In recent years SANDAG???s leadership in areas such as comprehensive land use and environmental planning, public safety, and state-of-the-art modeling and data systems, also have earned us much acclaim. With an employee group about 200 strong, we work for our Board of Directors - mayors, councilmembers, supervisors, and other leaders representing the jurisdictions within the San Diego region and neighboring areas. They play the important role of making policy decisions that shape the future of the region. Our collaboration with stakeholders, partners, and the community, the precision of our data, the completeness of our reports and studies, and our sound recommendations are essential components of the regional decision-making process.
