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INTERNAL AUDITOR II

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Date:  Apr 8, 2025
Location: 

Springfield, IL, US, 62704-4462

Job Requisition ID:  46151

​Agency: Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security
Class Title: INTERNAL AUDITOR II - 21727 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None 
Opening Date/Time: 04/08/2025

Closing Date/Time: 04/22/2025
Salary: $6,339- $9,178/month, anticipated starting salary is $6,339/month; CBA language applies
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC062

 

Position Marketing Statement: Are you a seasoned auditor with a keen eye for detail and a passion for driving improvements in risk management and operational efficiency? The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) is seeking a dynamic Internal Auditor II to join our team and lead complex, non-routine risk-based audits that ensure the integrity, efficiency, and compliance of vital agency programs. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise to conduct audits that evaluate financial, operational, performance, and programmatic areas, detecting deficiencies and recommending improvements to enhance internal controls and management systems.Our employees work in an ever-changing environment that presents new challenges and rewarding results. If you are interested in joining our team of compassionate and integrity-driven public servants, we invite you to apply for the Internal Auditor II position with IEMA-OHS!

 

About the Agency Statement:  Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of others? The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) is a team of emergency management professionals who support local communities by providing experience, perspective, and resources to help residents prepare for, mitigate, respond to, and recover from threats, hazards, disasters, or emergencies. IEMA-OHS is the lead agency for disasters and emergencies statewide and plays a key role in protecting the health, life, and safety of all Illinoisans.

 

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

 

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

 

 

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

 

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Essential Functions

  • Conducts complex, non-routine risk-based audits for IEMA-OHS.
  • As Senior Auditor, prepares comprehensive audit programs, recommending and detailing duration, scope, and purpose of an audit.
  • Consults with the Chief Internal Auditor regarding any changes to the audit program, problems which have occurred, and the progress of any active audits.
  • Conducts special projects for the Chief Internal Auditor as required.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires a bachelor’s degree, with coursework in auditing, business management, public administration, economics, computer science, accounting, or other related subjects.
  • Requires four (4) years of professional auditing experience; or requires three (3) years of professional auditing experience plus completion of one (1) of the following certifications: Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Public Accountant or Certified Information Systems Auditor.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Three (3) years of progressively responsible accounting experience in a public or private organization.
  • Three (3) years of experience utilizing audit theory and procedures for a state or federal government agency.
  • Three (3) years of experience utilizing management principles and techniques including organization, management, program accountability, governmental operations and/or systems analysis.
  • Three (3) years of experience practicing strong conceptual, communication, comprehension, interpersonal and analytical skills.
  • Three (3) years of experience using computer spreadsheets and word processing applications on a routine basis.

Conditions of Employment

  • Requires a criminal history check through the Illinois State Police.
  • Requires the ability to use state-supplied equipment such as cell phone, laptop, etc.
  • Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
  • Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.

Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00a-4:30p

Work Location: 1035 Outer Park Dr, Springfield, Illinois, 62704-4462

Agency Contact: EMA.JOBS@illinois.gov

Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance

 

This position [DOES NOT] contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.  If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

 

Revolving Door:
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

 

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

  • donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
  • systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

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