Overview
From $152,191 to $191,427 Annually
110 State Street
Albany, NY 12236
Minimum Qualifications
You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title, eligible under the 55 b/c program, or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.
Transfer:
For 52.6 transfer to an Audit Program Director, salary grade (SG)-66, you must have one year of permanent competitive, or 55-b/55-c service in an approved title for transfer allocated to an SG-65 or above.
If approved for transfer appointment, you must also meet the special requirement(s) below:
- A bachelor's or graduate degree in accounting, business administration, business management, computer science, computer information systems, or related IT field; criminal justice, economics, engineering, finance, mathematics, public administration, public or community health, public policy, political science, or statistics
Provisional and/or Non-Competitive promotion (NCP) qualifications:
You must be a qualified employee of the Office of the New York State Comptroller and have had one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service as a State Program Examiner 4.
If the number of interested candidates who meet the promotional qualifications is three or less, the agency; at its discretion, may nominate one or more of the candidates for a noncompetitive promotion without further examination under the provisions of Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law.
If the number of interested candidates who meet the promotional qualifications is more than three, the agency; at its discretion, may nominate one or more of the candidates for a provisional promotion under the provisions of Section 65 of the Civil Service Law.
Duties
Audit Planning
Provides strategic direction in the development of the annual audit; keeps abreast of ongoing and emerging issues in the audit profession and at assigned agencies; or programs and that may require a future audit; manages the scheduling of the audits.
Directs Audit Operations
Directs all audit operations over a group of agencies, public authorities and audit functions. Supervises the development of audit approaches and monitors ongoing audits to assure adequacy of audits and compliance with audit standards; Issues all draft and final audit reports in assigned area.
Staff Development
Responsible for supervision, development and evaluation of State Program Examiner 4s; Monitors the overall development of all staff in assigned audit area.
Miscellaneous:
Serves as high-level liaison on policy issues; Participates in research, special projects, quality assurance, answering correspondence and other areas supporting the audit work.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Demonstrates outstanding leadership abilities
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrates a vision which links goals of staff and team with OSC and SGA
- Ability to manage large groups of diverse staff and multiple projects
- Excellent supervisory skills, including coaching and developing staff
- Strong capacity in auditing skills, such as professional skepticism, persistence, creative thinking and risk taking
- Strong analytical and problem solving abilities
- Excellent interpersonal and team skills
- Demonstrates knowledge of ongoing and emerging issues in the audit profession
Additional Comments
Telecommuting
The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency’s mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee’s primary residence location, duties, and work performance are aligned with telecommuting and operational needs they may be allowed to do so. Generally, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period but may be approved to telecommute less.
Reasonable Accommodation
The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.
The Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
OSC offers competitive salaries and benefits, and opportunities for advancement, continuing education, and professional development. We provide a professional environment where employees are encouraged to push themselves while maintaining work-life balance. Our generous benefits package includes:
- A state pension with vesting after five years’ service
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance available to all employees and their dependents
- Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health care
- Productivity Enhancement Program (PEP), allowing eligible employees to exchange previously accrued leave in return for a credit to be applied toward their health insurance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- NYS Deferred Compensation plan
- Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
- Holiday and paid time off
- Shift and geographic pay differentials
- A committed continuous learning environment
- Informational Brown Bag sessions
- Wellness at Work Programs to promote employee health and wellness
- OSC Mentoring Program to network, contribute, and provide an opportunity to strengthen competencies in a variety of areas
- And much more
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Division of Human Resources
Brittany Pebler
P: (518) 474-1924
F: (518) 486-6723
[email protected]
Division Contact
Adebose O. Ogunwale
[email protected]
To Apply
Submit a clear, concise cover letter and resume stating how you meet the above minimum qualifications. Reference Item #01435-BEP on your cover letter for proper routing. Documents must be sent as unlocked and accessible attachments.