DPS - CAO - Internal Auditor I - 1200
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts.com
Office
Austin
Full Time
Organization
: TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETYPrimary Location
: Texas-AustinWork Locations
: AUSTIN HQ (MAIN) 5805 N LAMAR BLVD PO BOX 4087 AUSTIN TX 78773 Austin 78752Job
: Business and Financial OperationsEmployee Status
: RegularSchedule
: Full-time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00Travel
: No State Job Code: 1200 Salary Admin Plan: B Grade: 19Salary (Pay Basis)
: 4,020.33 - 4,400.00 (Monthly)Number Of Openings
: 2Overtime Status
: ExemptJob Posting
: Oct 24, 2025, 5:17:40 PMClosing Date
: Nov 8, 2025, 5:59:00 AMDescription
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General Description
Perform entry-level to routine (journey-level) internal auditing work. Work involves evaluating and analyzing business processes and records to assess and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes; and conducting audits for program economy, efficiency, and effectiveness. Work is performed in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards, the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, and agency policies and procedures. Work under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met. https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_AccountingAuditingandFinance.pdf
Essential Duties / Responsibilities
- 1. Review applicable laws, regulations, procedures, documents, controls and other criteria.
- 2. Contribute to planning and organizing audit procedures to meet established audit objectives.
- 3. Analyze records, processes and/or systems to identify or test internal controls and/or evaluate compliance with established criteria.
- 4. Prepare and/or review work papers to document work performed and to document evidence gathered to satisfy audit procedures.
- 5. Communicate audit and non-audit activities verbally and in writing.
- 6. Participate in the establishing and accomplishing the annual audit plans, goals, and objectives of the Chief Auditor’s Office; responsible for safekeeping assigned state property; and adheres to office policies for administration and employee ethics.
- 7. Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies.
- 8. Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
General Qualifications And Requirements:
Education – Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university is required.
Experience – Minimum of six (6) months' work experience involving use of critical thinking skills, analysis and assessment is required.
Licensure and/or Certification – If driving is required, must possess a valid driver license and automobile insurance.
Regulatory Knowledge – Knowledge of accounting and auditing methods and systems; generally accepted auditing standards and procedures; and of computer technology principles, terminology, and automated systems. Working knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly assimilate information related to TXDPS, State and Federal regulations, legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures.
Interpersonal Skills – Must demonstrate an ability to exercise poise, tact, diplomacy and an ability to establish and maintain positive, working/professional relationships with internal/external customers.
Organizational and Prioritization Skills – Must be organized, flexible, and able to effectively prioritize in a multi-demand and constantly changing environment; able to meet multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines without sacrificing accuracy, timeliness or professionalism.
Presentation/Communication Skills – Ability to compose clear and concise audit reports. Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Must be able to train others.
Research and Comprehension – Must demonstrate ability to quickly and efficiently access relevant information, and be able to utilize and/or present research and conclusions in a clear and concise manner.
Analytical Reasoning/Attention to Detail – Must demonstrate an ability to examine data/information, discern variations/similarities, and be able identify trends, relationships and causal factors, as well as grasp issues, draw accurate conclusions, and solve problems.
Technology (computers/hardware/software/operating systems) – Must possess appropriate levels of proficiency with utilized software and systems and be able to learn new software/systems. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Confidentiality and Protected Information – Must demonstrate an ability to responsibly handle sensitive and confidential information and situations and adhere to applicable laws/statutes/policies related to access, maintenance and dissemination of information.
Travel and/or Schedule – Occasional (15%) statewide travel may be required. Availability for after-hours and weekend work may be required on occasion. This position may have the ability to telecommute based on the needs of the Division/Agency.
PHYSICAL and/or ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those encountered and/or necessary for the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Environment: Office.
- Ambulatory skills, e.g. stand, walk, sit, kneel, climb.
- Hand-eye coordination and arm/hand/finger dexterity.
- Ability to speak, hear, and exercise visual acuity.
- Ability to transfer weights of ten (10) pounds anticipated for this position.
- Driving requirements: Occasional (fifteen [15%]).
State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information: https://www.ers.texas.gov/
DPS employee who is selected for a position in their current salary group and state title will be transferred with no salary change.
A DPS employee who is selected for a position in their current salary group with a new state title may receive an increase of no more than 3.4% over their current salary regardless of posted salary.
Salary is contingent upon qualifications and is subject to salary administration and budgetary restrictions.
DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS, WE DO NOT ACCEPT TELEPHONE CALLS, ONLY CANDIDATES SELECTED FOR INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.
State of Texas retirees may be rehired for full-time, non-commissioned positions only under very specific circumstances.
