Working Title: Agency Director of Internal Controls, Compliance and Auditing / Audit Director
Job Class: Audit Director
Agency: Public Safety Dept
Job ID : 95532
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekersand DPS employees eligible to bid. Eligible bidders (permanent, classified employees in the same job classification) should apply through self-service and confirm their bid by emailing madison.markgraf@state.mn.us by 11:59 PM 07/23/2026.
Date Posted : 07/17/2026
Closing Date : 08/06/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-MMA
Division/Unit : Fiscal and Adm. Srv. / FAS Administrative Services
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $41.81 - $60.10 / hourly; $87,299 - $125,488 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
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 is eligible to telework up to 50% of scheduled workdays each month at the discretion of the appointing authority.
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking a dedicated strategic leader to serve as the Agency Internal Controls, Compliance, and Auditing Director within the Fiscal and Administrative Services (FAS) division. Under administrative direction, this position will provide executive-level leadership and independent oversight for comprehensive audit function, directing highly complex and sensitive audits, reviews, and investigations across financial, compliance, operational, and information systems areas. The person hired into this role will maintain organizational accountability, integrity, and transparency across government agencies and other external entities.
As a key advisor to executive leadership, the Internal Controls, Compliance, and Auditing Director provides independent, objective assurance and consultation on governance, risk management, and internal control processes including matters of significant sensitivity.
In conjunction with serving as a trusted independent advisor to executive leadership, this position will oversee and build a dedicated team to safeguard public assets and ensure adherence to federal and state standards across heavily regulated programs.
This role offers a unique opportunity to make an impact on governance, accountability, and efficiency of vital public safety programs while collaborating directly with agency leaders to drive systemic, positive changes.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Direction: Establish the vision and annual audit plans; ensure total alignment with federal Green Book and Yellow Book standards while partnering with external oversight bodies (OLA, OSA, and MMB).
Audit Operations & Risk Management: Direct the Internal Control Unit's daily operations; lead department-wide risk assessments, coordinates all external audits, review and approve high-quality audit reports, and oversee fraud allegation tracking.
Consultation & Policy Advisory: Serve as the principal advisor to executive leadership on governance and risk; represent the agency on statewide committees and collaborate with Legal and Internal Affairs on sensitive investigations.
Team Leadership & Supervision: Direct, mentor, and evaluate a professional audit team; manage hiring, work assignments, performance, and labor contract interpretation.
The Department of Public Safety is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DPS does not participate in E-Verify.
Minimum Qualifications
Five (5) years of auditing experience to include all the following:
NOTE: A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
Experience supervising, conducting, or responding to financial audits, performance audits, investigations, quality reviews, and/or risk assessments.
Experience applying generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book), operational auditing concepts, compliance with auditing principles and/or Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government (Green Book).
Experience analyzing financial data and legal compliance requirements, including laws, federal regulations, and state rules, policies, and procedures.
Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities.
AND
Demonstrated leadership experience. Leadership experience can include:
Experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead.
Completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g. ELI, L4).
Experience using reliable data sources to drive decision making and solve problems.
Experience with budgeting and financial management.
Applicants that meet the above qualifications will be further evaluated on the following:
Ability to communicate clearly in written communications, meetings, and public speaking. Written technical documents could include law, rules, agency policies, bulletins, audit reports, legislative reports, and contracts.
Consultation and negotiation skills sufficient to plan and develop agency projects.
Preferred Qualifications
Participation in professional organizations such as the State Society of CPA's, Local Institute of Internal Audits Chapter, or Institute of Certified Financial Examiners (CFE).
Knowledge of DPS programs, funding streams, reimbursement mechanisms, payment system operations, and statewide accounting functions.
Experience with Enterprise IT Framework (COBIT).
Experience in regulatory and/or compliance program management.
Bachelor's or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Physical Requirements
Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file folders and small tools. May need to maintain a stationary position for long periods of time while carrying out job duties.
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, which includes successful completion of the following background components:
Criminal history
Credit check
Reference check
SEMA4 records, personnel file and employment records (current and former State employees only)
The Department of Public Safety is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DPS does not participate in E-Verify.
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.
