Working Title: Lead Auditor
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Coordinator
Agency: Direct Care and Treatment
Job ID : 89790
Location : Vadnais Heights
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 10/22/2025
Closing Date : 11/04/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT MAPE State Operated Svcs
Division/Unit : DCT Support Services / DCT Corporate Compliance
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift/ Generally 7:00am-3:30pm or 8:00am-4:30pm, however work hours will be determined upon offer
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes, Occasional for conferences, trainings, etc.
Salary Range: $37.26 - $55.42 / hourly; $77,798 - $115,716 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.
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.
This position requires an employee to be onsite at 3200 Labore Rd, Ste 104, Vadnais Heights, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location.
Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) is available on a limited basis.
Only candidates residing in Minnesota or a state bordering Minnesota (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) within 50 miles of the work address listed above are eligible for telework.
Candidates residing in Minnesota and more than 50 miles from the primary/principal work address above may be eligible to telework more than 50%.
Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking an individual to join our Corporate Compliance Team for an exciting opportunity as a Lead Auditor! As the lead auditor, you will support the DCT Corporate Compliance and Internal Audits Director and Deputy Director of Internal Audits by leading the day-to-day operations of DCT audit activities. The incumbent will serve as a team lead and subject matter expert for internal financial, operations and compliance audits of the enterprise , independently planning and conducting audits, and special reviews.
This position plays a vital role in advancing the effectiveness, transparency, and accountability of the organization's risk management practices and operational compliance. This position will evaluate the adequacy of internal controls, identify control gaps, assess risk, ensure compliance with agency policies and both state and federal regulations, and recommends improvements to strengthen the safeguarding of state assets.
Responsibilities include:
Lead financial, compliance, and/or program audits, reviews, and advises and educates stakeholders of audit operations and best practices.
Direct and review the work of other auditors to ensure the proper preparation of final reports.
Conduct highly sensitive and discreet investigations of alleged improprieties involving complicated schemes to defraud complex and highly regulated programs administered by the State.
Provide expert consultancy services and lead, facilitate, and participate in discussions on key internal controls issues that plan, decide, direct, implement and create policy that impacts internal controls over a wide variety of program areas.
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates each job's beginning and ending month and year.
Three (3) years of experience in auditing and compliance. Experience must demonstrate the following:
Managing and leading audits, including developing a long-range audit plan.
Leading and conducting financial and/or compliance engagements (audits and/or reviews) of records including investigations of fraud, waste and/or abuse.
Managing relationships with the ability to communicate effectively throughout all phases of the audit process to all stakeholders including explaining and resolving complex issues.
Broad and extensive knowledge of Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government (commonly called the Green Book ).
Analyzing internal controls, business operations, and/or compliance with applicable requirements.
Experience in a government and/or healthcare setting.
Experience with interpreting state and federal laws, regulations, and policies.
Preferred Qualifications
A bachelor's degree or higher.
Knowledge of Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT) and Statewide Employee Management (SEMA4) using PeopleSoft software platform, or similar financial control systems.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, leadership, and external partners to achieve shared goals.
Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional Requirements
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.
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.
