State Program Examiner 1

Office of the New York State Comptroller • Albany, NY

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About The Position

Assist in performance audits of state agencies, institutions, and authorities, focusing on management effectiveness and efficiency and program performance. Trainees receive structured training, on-the-job training, and/or practical job experience to develop the knowledge and skills required to work at the full-performance level.

State Program Examiners evaluate systems and procedures for compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and contract terms; assess program efficiency and effectiveness and whether funds are used in accordance with requirements; and determine whether effective controls are in place in audited areas. They prepare audit work papers and preliminary audit findings, discuss findings with auditee representatives, and participate in entrance and exit conferences.

The position may be filled at the State Program Examiner Trainee 1, Trainee 2, or full-performance State Program Examiner 1 level, depending on education, experience, and prior state service. Trainees who successfully complete their traineeship advance to the full-performance level. Work is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; a compressed workweek is allowed, and telecommuting may be approved subject to agency needs and conditions. Employees new to OSC are generally restricted from telecommuting for at least eight calendar weeks; after that, approved employees may telecommute up to five days per pay period. Travel is 5%, and mandatory overtime is not required.

Requirements

• For appointment as State Program Examiner 1 under NY HELPS: a bachelor's or graduate degree in a listed qualifying field and two years of professional accounting and/or auditing experience; alternatively, a master's or doctoral degree in a listed qualifying field and one year of professional accounting and/or auditing experience.
• Qualifying degree fields include accounting, business administration, business management, computer science, computer information systems or a related IT field, criminal justice, economics, engineering, finance, mathematics, public administration, public or community health, public policy, political science, or statistics.
• For competitive appointment, candidates must be reachable on the appropriate eligible list, eligible under the 55 b/c program, or eligible to transfer under applicable Civil Service Law provisions.
• For transfer to State Program Examiner 1, candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in an approved title allocated to SG-16 or above, subject to transfer rules.
• Candidates appointed via transfer may be required to complete a one- or two-year traineeship, depending on qualifications.
• Submit a resume, cover letter, and transcripts; include item number 04387-TLS in each document's file name.

Nice To Haves

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong auditing skills, including professional skepticism, persistence, creative thinking, and risk taking.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with technology such as Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with audit software used by the Division of State Government Accountability.
• Knowledge of the NYS Comptroller’s Office and the Division of State Government Accountability.

Responsibilities

• Assist with performance audits of state agencies, institutions, and authorities.
• Evaluate systems and procedures for compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and contract terms.
• Assess the efficiency and effectiveness of programs.
• Assess whether funds are used in accordance with laws and regulations.
• Determine whether proper and effective controls are in place in areas under audit.
• Prepare audit work papers documenting work performed and conclusions reached.
• Prepare preliminary audit findings.
• Discuss findings with auditee representatives.
• Participate in entrance and exit conferences.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level