Working Title: Auditor Principal - Education Funding Auditor
Job Class: Auditor Principal
Agency: Education Department
Job ID : 88046
Location : Minneapolis
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 08/06/2025
Closing Date : 08/27/2025
Bid Open Date: 08/06/2025
Bid Close Date: 08/13/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Education Department / MDE-Central Office-MAPE
Division/Unit : Education-St Paul / Audit
Work Shift/Work Hours : Not Applicable Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes - Up to 25% with overnight travels
Salary Range: $32.99 - $48.93 / hourly; $68,883 - $102,165 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
CURRENT permanent-classified MDE employees represented by MAPE who are eligible for interest bidding for the position should consult Article 16, Vacancies, Filling of Positions, Section 3, Job Posting and Interest Bidding, of their negotiated agreement. In order to be considered for the position as an interest bidder your application must be received by the "Closed for Bid" date listed above.
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
The School Finance Division is looking for an Auditor Principal - Education Funding Auditor to join the division. This position will independently plan and conduct audits of local education agencies (LEAs) records and files to verify district pupil counts, levy limitations, and aid entitlements involving multiple complex education programs and education funding programs; student data collection; identified errors; ensure compliance with state and federal requirements; and membership requirements.
Provide expert leadership to LEA personnel regarding program requirements and procedures on student accounting, student data reporting, and record-keeping. Duties include providing consultation to MDE program managers, staff, and policymakers to communicate information gathered through research, analysis and audit work to provide process solutions and strategies. Impose appropriate adjustments to state education aid entitlements and levy limitations based on student data corrected in the audit process.
This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in Minnesota or a bordering state. Effective June 1, employees living within 50 miles of the office location listed above will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month. For those who live 50 or more miles away, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance are eligible to telework up to 100% of the time.
Minimum Qualifications
Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.
Three (3) years of professional experience in monitoring, finance, auditing, accounting, data analysis or school/education operations role;
OR
A bachelor's or master's degree and two (2) years of professional experience in monitoring, finance, auditing, accounting, data analysis or school/education operations role;
Experience must include two (2) of the following:
Working knowledge of or experience with Minnesota Automated Reporting Student System (MARSS) reporting or education funding programs in Minnesota.
Providing consultation on state and federal laws, statute and rules and regulations governing education funding.
Monitoring expenditures of state and federal funds or conducting audits of state and federal fund.
Experience working in a school business office.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with Minnesota laws, rules, and administrative procedures related to student accounting and education finance.
Working knowledge of or experience with Minnesota Automated Reporting Student System (MARSS) reporting or education funding programs in Minnesota.
Experience providing consultation on state and federal laws, statute and rules and regulations governing education funding.
Experience working in a school business office.
Experience planning, developing, and conducting audits or monitoring reviews of state and federal funds.
Verbal and written communication skills sufficient to communicate complex information, information requests, and audit results to diverse audiences.
Additional Requirements
A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:
SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)
Employment Reference Check
Conflict of Interest Review
Driver's License Check
Criminal Background Check
Education Background Check
The Minnesota Department of Education will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
