Senior Internal Auditor

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Company: Inland Empire Utilities Agency

Location: Chino, CA 91710

Description:

Salary : $115,745.24 - $141,023.22 Annually
Location : Chino CA 91708, CA
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 052 24 25 20001002
Division\Department: Board & Administrative Services Department
Unit\Section: Internal Audit Unit
Opening Date: 03/24/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

THE POSITION:
THE OPPORUNITY:
Do you enjoy working with all levels of staff, in various working environments, utilizing creative thinking and analytical skills to help the organization achieve its goals and objectives? Are you interested in doing meaningful work to help provide advisory services, management studies and objective evaluations and audit recommendations? If so, the Inland Empire Utilities Agency has an exciting opportunity for you as a Senior Internal Auditor!
Here at the Inland Empire Utilities Agency, we are a leader in water management and environmental stewardship. We strive to produce high-quality renewable products such as recycled water and top-quality compost to enhance and preserve the quality of life throughout our region. Our values go beyond just protecting the resources and the communities we serve. We are committed to applying ethical, transparent, and environmentally sustainable principles to all aspects of business and organizational conduct. We recognize that our commitment to the community starts with our employees. In order to ensure that our staff are able to continue to perform at a high level and provide unparalleled services throughout our service area, we strive to provide a healthy work-life balance.

Here are a few ways the Inland Empire Utilities Agency is committed to helping you feel your best, work your best, and live your best while working with us:
  • A 4-day work week with remote hybrid work schedules for some positions
  • A pension through California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)
  • Generous employer monthly health benefit allowances to go towards the cost of medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Competitive vacation, floating holiday, sick time in addition to 12 agency paid holidays
  • Education Reimbursement up to $5,250 per fiscal year
  • Basic life insurance coverage provided
  • Wellness Stipend of $500 per fiscal year
  • 457b Deferred Compensation Contribution
  • Interest free loan for a computer purchase up to $3,000

This position is open until filled. The deadline for the first review of applications is 11:59 PM on Monday, April 7, 2025. Applicants who submit applications after the first review deadline are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review deadline.
There is one (1) vacancy in the Internal Audit Unit.

This recruitment is being conducted to fill one (1) vacancy and will establish an eligibility list which may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur during the active status of the eligibility list.
Salary Range: PR 182

FLSA: Exempt

Probationary Period: 12 months
Under general supervision, fulfills the requirements of the Board approved Internal Audit Department Charter and assists the Board and Audit Committee; conducts internal financial, compliance and operational audit functions; leads routine and follow-up audits; assists departments, staff and operations to achieve organizational goals and objectives through independent advisory services and objective evaluations; conducts a variety of management studies; and performs related duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

A Senior Internal Auditor performs complex and difficult audits with minimum supervision. Incumbents participate in and lead audit engagements and other audit-related activities and prepare preliminary reports. Assignments are typically received in general terms, and incumbents are expected to act with considerable independence within the framework of established policies, procedures and objectives.
Employees in this class typically report to the Manager of Internal Audit.
Senior Internal Auditor is distinguished from Manager of Internal Audit in that an incumbent in the latter class has full management responsibly for the Internal Audit department and for fulfilling the requirements of the Board-approved Internal Audit Department Charter and assisting the Board and Audit Committee in fulfilling their oversight responsibilities.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
Creates audit programs for manager approval; develops the scope and purpose of the audit; develops testing requirements and procedures; identifies and gathers required research materials, data and supporting documents from electronic databases, manual records, surveys and/or questionnaires; develops interview questions and interviews employees and managers; develops and monitors project timelines, deliverables and meetings; identifies issues and proposes strategies for audit procedure improvements.
Conducts routine to complex data analyses, risk analyses and fraud analyses; examines records; tests transactions; audits procedures, programs and work papers to test efficiency of operations; reviews contracts; studies and evaluates internal controls and procedures; evaluates whether systems are functioning as intended or designed; drafts reports identifying problems, areas of weakness and areas of improvement.
Drafts recommendations to improve Agency operations, ensure compliance with policies, procedures and regulations, reduce risk, improve efficiency of operations, and safeguard Agency assets and resources; as directed, follows up on implementation of recommendations.
Updates or develops for management approval functional or operational manuals outlining established methods of performing work in accordance with state and federal regulations and Agency policies and procedures.
As directed, evaluates contracting agencies' financial records and processes and documents observations, findings and recommendations; conducts meetings with contracting agency management and officials and IEUA management to resolve audit-related matters; provides written report of audit findings and recommendations to IEUA Audit Committee and management.
Assists with or performs special investigations related to or in response to an allegation of fraud and/or non-compliance with Agency policies or internal controls.
Keeps and maintains records of audit projects, activities and results, justification documents and all other pertinent files and records; maintains well-referenced, complete and fully supported work papers; assists in the preparation of the Annual Audit Plan.
May make presentations to the Audit Committee, the Board, Agency management/staff and public agencies about the Agency's financial programs, results of internal audits and related issues.
Researches new trends and developments utilizing various research methods and best practices.
Serves as a technical resource for other Internal Audit staff and Agency management; trains and mentors lower-level Internal Audit staff members.
May act in the absence of the Manager of Internal Audit and represent the department at meetings.
QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES:
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in public or business administration, finance or accounting, and at least three years of progressively responsible experience in professional audit including audits of a municipality or public sector client; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
LICENSES; CERTIFICATES; SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

A valid California Class C driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Agency's vehicle insurance program.
Licenses as Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner or Certified Information Systems Auditor or equivalent are highly desirable.
KNOWLEDGE OF:

Generally accepted internal audit standards, including the International Professional Practices Framework set by the Institute of Internal Auditors.
Principles, practices and techniques of operational and performance auditing, research methods, program evaluation and management analysis.
Internal control and audit principles and practices.
Principles, practices and terminology of general, fund and governmental accounting including financial statement preparation and methods of financial control and financial reporting, fixed asset accounting and grants accounting.
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) standards and requirements applicable to public agencies.
Management information systems.
Agency organization, programs, activities, functions and, where applicable, their interrelations with contract agencies and Joint Powers Authorities.
Research methods and statistical sampling techniques; quantitative and qualitative analysis.
Agency ordinances, policies, procedures and practices.
Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the work.
ABILITY TO:

Implement comprehensive operational audit processes of Agency programs, operations and functions.
Ensure accounting and operational procedures are followed; identify and disclose deviations from policies and procedures, lack of internal controls, weaknesses in software applications, errors or possibilities of fraud.
Define complex management, finance, budget, operational and administrative issues.
Perform complex analysis and research.
Evaluate alternatives and develop sound conclusions and recommendations.
Understand, interpret, explain and apply Agency, state and federal policy, laws, and regulations applicable to areas of audit inquiry.
Present audit findings and recommendations clearly, logically and persuasively.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Operate a computer and standard business software and a variety of complex computer software programs and databases related to area of audit.
Exercise sound management and political acumen, tact and diplomacy in dealing with complex, sensitive and confidential issues that may have multiple and conflicting agendas and positions.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work.
SELECTION PROCESS:
All employment applications will be reviewed for accuracy, completion, relevant experience, education, training and other job-related qualifications. Applicants with the strongest background relating to the responsibilities of this position will be invited to participate in the testing process which may include one or more of the following: written test, oral interview, performance/practical examination. The successful candidate will be required to pass a background/reference check and pre-employment physical examination including a drug screen (for safety sensitive position) at no cost to the candidate. Please visit our website at www.ieua.org and select the Human Resources Department for additional information regarding the Agency, the hiring process and benefit information.
Any applicant requiring reasonable accommodation during the selection process due to a qualified disability must inform the Human Resources Office at (909) 993-1645 or hrdept@ieua.org at least 72 hours in advance of the need for accommodation.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND ANY PROVISION CONTAINED IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.

"The Agency's success is obtained by creating a positive and diverse work environment which recognizes individual differences and experiences".
The Agency offers a comprehensive benefit package for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit and employment type. This benefits overview is a summary and is not to be considered all-inclusive or applicable to all employees.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND ANY PROVISION CONTAINED IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.

Retirement
California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS):
An employee who becomes a "new" member of CalPERS for the first time on or after January 1, 2013 (and who was not a member of another California public retirement system prior to that date) will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2.0% @ 62 benefit formula with a three-year final compensation in accordance with Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA). New members (PEPRA) will be required to pay half of the normal cost (Govt. Code Section. 7522.30(c)) currently 6.75% of eligible earnings toward the employee contribution.

An employee who is a "classic" member of CalPERS, or a current member of another California public retirement system, who is hired on or after January 1, 2012, will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2.0% @ 55 benefit formula with a three-year final compensation. Classic members shall contribute 7% of eligible earnings toward the employee contribution.

Social Security/Medicare:
Along with CalPERS retirement, the Agency also participates in Social Security and Medicare. The Agency pays 7.65% on your behalf (6.2% Social Security + 1.45% Medicare), and the employee pays 7.65% via payroll taxes.

Medical
The Agency shall make a maximum monthly contribution towards the cost of his/her health insurance as follows:
Agency Medical Contribution
Health insurance is offered through CalPERS, and enrollment is optional with evidence of health coverage from another source. Eligible employees who waive their medical benefit receive a cash incentive payment. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following enrollment.

Dental and Vision Insurance
The Agency offers two dental plans - Delta Dental (PPO) and Western Dental (DPO). Enrollment in one of the plans is mandatory. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following enrollment.

Vision insurance is offered through EyeMed Vision Plan and enrollment is voluntary. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following enrollment.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan
Upon completion of six months of employment, employees may participate in the Agency's Section 125 Cafeteria Program. Participants in this program may take advantage of tax savings offered through a medical care flexible spending account, a dependent care flexible spending account, or purchase supplemental benefits including critical illness and accident insurance with pre-tax dollars. In addition, employees can purchase supplemental life insurance with post-tax dollars.

Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Life and AD&D insurance is offered through Cigna Life Insurance. Executive Management employees are provided with 1 time their annual earnings up to $300,000. Unrepresented Management employees are provided with an Agency paid $90,000 Life and AD&D policy. Unrepresented non-management, and members of the Supervisors', Laboratory, Professional, General, or Operators' Unit are provided an Agency paid $50,000 Life and AD&D policy. Enrollment into a basic $10,000 Life and AD&D policy is required and paid by the employee. Employees may purchase dependent life, for their spouse and/or eligible child(ren), or additional Life and AD&D coverage for themselves up to $500,000. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following date of hire.

Disability Insurance
Employees are insured by an Agency-paid long-term disability insurance, which will provide income for an employee who is totally disabled from illness, injury, or accident. The basic benefit provides for 60% of the first $10,000 of monthly salary, reduced by deductible income, after a 365-day waiting period. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire.

Short-term disability insurance is available through State Disability Insurance (SDI). Employees covered by SDI are covered by two programs: Disability Insurance and Paid Family Leave. Per applicable MOU and/or Personnel Manual, cash-out option available.

Employee Assistance Program
Agency employees are provided access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which provides 24/7 assistance needed to help resolve life's challenges.

401(a) & 457(b) Deferred Compensation
Participation in a 457 deferred compensation plan is available through Empower Retirement. The Agency will contribute $25.00 per pay period to a single 457(b) account for each employee who has made an elective deferral of twenty-five ($25) or more to the plan. Also, participation in a 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan is available within 60 days of hire.

Flexible Work Arrangements
Whenever possible, the Agency strives to be flexible to help employees achieve a balance between work and home responsibilities. Most employees participate in a 4/10 work week.

PAID TIME OFF
Holidays
The Agency offers nine (9) paid holidays. Additional paid floating holidays are available every fiscal year as follows:Executive Management:6 Floating Holidays per FY & 6 Executive Leave days
Unrepresented Management:10 Floating Holidays per FY
Unrepresented Non-Management:6 Floating Holidays per FY
Supervisors' Unit:8 Floating Holidays per FY
Laboratory Unit:5 Floating Holidays per FY
Professional Unit6 Floating Holidays per FY
Operators' Association:6 Floating Holidays per FY
General Unit:60 hours Floating Holidays per FY

Vacation Leave
Employees accrue 80 hours of vacation leave per year depending on length of employment, progressing to 200 hours per year. Executive Management employees accrue 120 hours of vacation leave per year depending on length of service, progressing to 240 hours per year. Per applicable MOU and/or Personnel Manual, cash-out option available.

Sick Leave
Employees accrue 96 hours of sick leave annually.

Vehicle Allowance
Executive Management and Unrepresented Management employees may receive a monthly vehicle allowance

Safety Equipment Stipend
Members of the Laboratory Unit shall be provided with safety glasses. Payment shall be on a reimbursement basis, not to exceed $250 per fiscal year. Additionally, Laboratory members will receive $300 safety equipment stipend.

Educational Reimbursement Program
The Agency may reimburse eligible employees for the cost of educational courses up to $5,250 per fiscal year for the cost of educational expenses that are related to the employee's work. Limited Term employees are not eligible for this benefit.

Wellness Stipend
Employees not on original probation shall be entitled to a wellness stipend of five hundred dollars ($500) per calendar year. The wellness stipend shall be paid every twenty-fifth (25th) pay period.

Computer Loan Program
Eligible employees may receive an interest-free loan up to $3,000 to purchase a personal computerLimited Term employees are not eligible for this benefit.

This benefits overview is a summary and is not to be considered all-inclusive or applicable to all employees.
01

I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education (including high school information regardless of any additional higher education), Employment History (including contact information, reason for leaving), Certificates & Licenses, and Supplemental Questions sections of my application, as applicable. This includes a detailed description of all work experience for at least the last 10 years, if applicable. I also understand that I may not submit resumes in lieu of filling out the application or answering the Supplemental Questions.
  • Yes
  • No

02

I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient information may result in my application being rejected.
  • Yes
  • No

03

Do you possess a valid California Driver's License?
  • Yes
  • No

04

Check the type of driver's license you possess. Note: For out-of-state applicants, a valid driver's license is required and a valid California Class "C" driver's license must be obtained within ten (10) days of appointment (CA Vehicle Code 12505c).
  • Class C
  • Class B
  • Class A
  • Out of State
  • I have no driver's license, California or otherwise

05

Have you graduated from a four-year college or university with a major in public or business administration, finance or accounting?
  • Yes
  • No

06

Which option below best describes your highest level of education? (NOTE: You will be required to verify your education level if you continue in the selection process.)
  • Some high school
  • High school or G.E.D.
  • Some college
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Master's degree
  • Doctorate degree
  • None

07

If you answered Bachelor's degree or higher for your education please enter your major here: (If you do not have an Associate's degree or higher, state "not applicable.")
08

What supplemental qualifications have you attained that related to Internal Auditing, certifications, continuing education?
09

Do you have at least three year experience in professional audit including audits of a municipality or public sector client?
  • Yes
  • No

10

Do you hold any of the following certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)? If so, please specify which certification(s) you currently hold.
11

How many years of operational audit experience do you have?
  • None
  • Less than 2 years of full-time work experience
  • More than 2 years, but less than 4 years full-time work experience
  • More than 4 years, but less than 7 years full-time work experience
  • More than 7 years of full-time work experience

12

In what capacity did you obtain your operational audit experience? Describe the employer you worked for and the total number of years performing operational audits for that specific employer. An incomplete answer, including "please see resume" or similar language will remove you from further consideration. If you do not have experience, state "no experience."
13

Give specific examples of operational audits you have completed. Please provide the audit purpose and the areas evaluated. An incomplete answer, including "please see resume" or similar language will remove you from further consideration. If you do not have experience, state "no experience."
14

How much experience do you have writing draft or final audit reports? Explain how much and the type of experience you have writing audit reports. An incomplete answer, including "please see resume" or similar language will remove you from further consideration. If you do not have experience, state "no experience."
15

I understand that communications to me regarding this recruitment will be communicated by email, and that I will need to monitor my inbox/spam/junk email folder regularly to ensure that I do not miss any relevant communication.
  • Yes
  • No

16

Individuals selected for the position will serve a 12 month probation period and may be terminated at any time during the 12 month period. Are you able and willing to abide by these requirements?
  • Yes
  • No

17

I hereby understand and declare that the statements on this supplemental questionnaire are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. As applicable, I hereby authorize the Agency and/or designees to contact the references listed to verify the information I have supplied. I hereby release from liability all persons and organizations furnishing such information. I understand that the Agency reserves the right to validate information received on the supplemental questionnaire and that I will be subject to disqualification and/or termination if any statement in this supplemental questionnaire is found to be untrue or determined to be misleading.
  • Yes
  • No

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