About the position
The Department of Health and Human Services' Operations Division is seeking a candidate with great analytical skills, leadership, and attention to detail for a Internal Audit Administrator position. A successful candidate, under administrative direction, will be responsible for the administration, direction and organization of a Unit located within the Department of Health and Human Services which represents a major part of the agency’s total operations and consists of complex, multifunctional programs with a statewide impact. At Nebraska DHHS, public service means making a meaningful difference in the lives of our communities. Every day, our teams work to protect and improve the health and well-being of Nebraskans through dedication, compassion, and commitment to service. If you’re passionate about positively impacting others and being part of something bigger, join us and help make a difference!
Responsibilities
- Develop, coordinate, conduct and review ongoing internal audits that test for compliance with federal and state laws and regulations as well as compliance with the agency's internal control policies.
- Supervise and evaluate the work of internal audit staff.
- Respond to inquiries and provide documentation for audits, attestations and reviews conducted each year by State officials, the Legislature and the Federal Government.
- Monitor the agency's compliance with corrective action plans resulting from audit findings.
- Review the agency's internal controls for best business practices and coordinate with Legal Services to ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.
- Conduct training programs focused on best business practices, internal controls and compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in public administration, social work, human development, public health, behavioral science, law, finance, human resources or other program related field AND two years of experience in a field related to the assigned program area including supervisory experience.
- OR a Master’s degree in any of the above mentioned fields.
- Experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year for-year basis.
Nice-to-haves
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) strongly preferred.
- Five years’ experience with forensic accounting.
- Master’s degree in business administration.
Benefits
- Comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities.
