Assistant Division Chief (Audit Policy Planning and Advisory Services Administrator)
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Assistant Division Chief (Audit Policy Planning and Advisory Services Administrator)
Salary
$88,235.00 - $134,162.00 Annually
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number
N-2025-39343
Department
Executive Offices
Division
EX OB BOA Spcl Auds Div
Opening Date
01/07/2026
Closing Date
1/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
03655
Position Number
00104670
Union
Non Union
Bargaining Unit
A3
Pay Group
ST10
Bureau / Division Code
00815026
Bureau / Division
Bureau of Audits/Special Audits Division
Worksite Address
555 Walnut Street
Worksite Address
Forum Place 9th Floor
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17101
Contact Name
Mindi Klinger
Contact Phone
717.214.3871
Contact Email
minklinger@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
If you are an experienced auditing professional with excellent supervisory skills and an established knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and GAGAS best practices who takes pride in your work, you are encouraged to pursue this opportunity with the Office of Comptroller Operations. The Assistant Division Chief is a pillar in upholding the Commonwealth's financial excellence and integrity for Pennsylvania taxpayers, ensuring protection of the public interest. Apply today and take the next step forward in your professional journey.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position is responsible for managing the staff and operations of the school audit teams with the Special Audit Services Division of the Bureau of Audits (BOA). Through this critical work, BOA supports the Department of Education (PDE) to help provide key oversight of all Commonwealth school districts and their operational alignment with the compliance requirements established though the Pennsylvania School Code and other applicable policies and guidance. As the Assistant Division Chief, you will oversee the development and implementation of auditing procedures that provide stakeholders with additional assurance on school operations. This position ensures engagements meet BOA's high standards of quality. You will have the opportunity to develop and implement a risk-based approach to school audits. Other duties to include but not limited to:
Overseeing Audit Managers, each of whom manages a team of school auditors who conduct school audits and other engagement services.
Representing the Bureau Director in Executive Level meetings.
Evaluating and providing feedback on information systems under development to ensure adequate controls are designed and implemented.
Monitoring assigned engagements to ensure timeliness, accuracy, completeness, quality and compliance.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00104670) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time with occasional in-office days when work dictates such requirements. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Five years of professional financial auditing experience including two years in a supervisory capacity and a bachelor's degree including twenty-four credits in accounting;or
An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes two years of professional supervisory financial auditing experience and twenty-four credits in accounting.
Additional Requirements:
You must have at least 5 years of experience in any one of the following areas:
Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS/Yellow Book)
Institute of Internal Audit (IIA) Standards
Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA)
Standards American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) Standards.
Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government (Green Book)/COSO
Note: Any combination of experience equaling 5 years in the above areas is acceptable.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
One of the following accounting certifications:
CPA, Certified Public Accountant
CFE, Certified Fraud Examiner
CISA, Certified Information Systems Auditor
CIA, Certified Internal Auditor
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
This posting requires submission of a copy of your college transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. You must still complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. All documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
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*Eligibility rules apply.
01
How many years of full-time professional financial auditing experience do you possess?
5 years or more
4 but less than 5 years
3 but less than 4 years
2 but less than 3 years
Less than 2 years
None
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
03
Do you possess two or more years of full-time professional auditing experience in a supervisory capacity?
Yes
No
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
05
Do you possess two or more years of full-time professional supervisory financial auditing experience?
Yes
No
06
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
07
Have you completed at least twenty-four (24) semester credits of college coursework in accounting? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
Yes
No
08
How much graduate coursework have you completed in auditing or accounting? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
30 credits or more
Less than 30 credits
None
09
Additional Requirement- Do you have at least 5 years of experience in any of the following areas?: - Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS/Yellow Book) - Institute of Internal Audit (IIA) Standards - Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) Standards American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) Standards. - Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government (Green Book)/COSONote: Any combination of experience equaling 5 years in the above areas is acceptable.
Yes
No
10
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
11
Preferred Criteria- Which of the following certifications do you possess? (select all that apply)
CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner)
CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)
CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)
None of the above
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
