An Internal Auditor II performs complex audits, leads Internal Auditor I staff in audit programs, and participates in annual enterprise risk assessments. They oversee critical tasks throughout complex audits and are expected to design complex testing plans and audit programs. They do not manage personnel but are expected to exercise discretion in overseeing project operations and serve as the primary reviewer of Internal Auditor I work and train on daily operations. They assist audit management in strategy development, the annual audit plan, risk assessments, and other macro-level goals while primarily being involved in audit projects. Subject matter experts in topical areas.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead audits and consultations on complex audit projects and reviews for the City of Minneapolis Departments, Boards, and Commissions, for integrity, security, adequacy of controls, effectiveness and efficiency of operations, compliance with legal requirements and consistency with management objectives. This position has a specific focus on community safety operations and related departments.
• Plan and review audit engagements.
• Draft, perform and review complex audit testing plans.
• Write and review audit work papers and reports.
• Communicate with key audit stakeholders for continuous monitoring and resolving disputes before involving senior management.
• Validate client responses to audit issues.
• Present audit results to client and Audit Committee.
• Follow up on complex audit issues for closure.
• Serve as detail reviewer on audit projects.
• Oversee and direct the activities of junior auditor(s) and review their work.
• Assist with fraud, waste, or abuse investigations.
• Assist in the preparation of annual risk assessment.
• Maintain project tracking in audit software.

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Policy and Process Analysis, Accounting, Finance, Public Policy, Public Administration or a closely related field.

Minimum Experience: Three years of audit experience as an internal or external auditor, preferably with experience in community safety related work. Five years of audit experience is preferred, but not required.

Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.

Background Check: The City has determined that a thorough Minneapolis Police Department criminal background check is necessary for positions with this job title. Applicants must sign an informed consent allowing the City to obtain their criminal history information in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be considered for the position.

Selection Process: The selection process will consist of a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.  Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Union Representation: This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Professional Employees Association (MPEA) (Download PDF reader).

Eligible List Statement: The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration.  This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire three months after it has been established.

Interview Selection: The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list.  If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of the principles, theories, and practices in internal auditing.
• Background or experience in fields related to community safety/public safety is highly desirable.
• Strong oral, written communication, and report writing skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Strong problem solving and data analysis skills.
• Demonstrated conflict resolution abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment with minimal direction.
• Comfort with public speaking, and basic presentation skills.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal direction.
• Ability to lead the work of others.