DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY AND FIRE MANAGEMENT

Address:  1110 W Washington St Ste 500 Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $61,591 - $66,000 Annually 

Grade: 21

Closing Date: June 19, 2026 

*Applications reviewed periodically*

Under the direction of the Internal Audit Manager, this position is responsible for conducting agency-wide risk assessments to identify and assess agency-wide risk, evaluate the adequacy of existing internal controls, and the agency's compliance with applicable state laws, statutes, administrative codes, state and agency policy. Conduct audits and internal reviews in assigned areas, create formal, written audit reports that contain value-added recommendations for agency leadership. Performing root cause analysis in affected areas that provide objective assurance, consulting and risk based evaluations to ensure agency compliance and operational efficiency, and identifying counter-measures that address root cause problems. This position is responsible for mitigating fraud, theft, waste and abuse within DFFM.

• Conducting agency risk assessments and audit planning to identify high risk areas, develop audit scopes, and create annual audit plans.
  
• Reviewing financial records, operational processes, and IT systems to ensure efficiency and compliance with internal policies, laws, statutes, administrative code, and industry standards.
  
• Documenting findings, preparing audit reports, and presenting actionable recommendations to executive leadership.
  
• Verifying that management has implemented agreed upon corrective actions.
  
• Performing root cause analysis in impacted areas using techniques such as Fishbone Analysis, Pareto Analysis, 5-Why's, identifying appropriate counter- measures that address root cause problems, and recommending appropriate solutions.
  
• Evaluating internal controls, including testing policies and procedures to ensure they are designed and operate effectively to ensure compliance with state laws, policy, prevent errors, and to mitigate fraud, theft, waste and abuse.
  
• Fraud prevention and investigating potential instances of fraud, theft, waste and abuse and issuing formal, written reports to agency leadership that clearly identify root cause issues and recommendations for improvement.
  
• Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of state systems, including AZ360
  
• Generally Accepted Accounting Standards
  
• Agile auditing techniques
  
• Risk Management Frameworks (COSO)
  
• Preparation of audit plans and work-papers
  
• Conducting financial, operational and compliance audits
  
• Evaluation and implementation of key internal controls
  
• State of Arizona Accounting Manual (SAAM)
  
• LEAN Six Sigma
  
• Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS)
  
• State Procurement Code
  

Skills in:

• Strong analytical skills, communication and problem solving skills
  
• Proficient in audit software, including MS Office (emphasis on Excel)
  
• LEAN Methods
  
• Ethical Decision Making
  
• Regulatory compliance
  
• Strong written and oral communicator
  
• Critical thinking
  
• Problem solving
  
• Attention to detail
  

Ability to:

• Perform Data Analytics
  
• Evaluate processes
  
• Perform root cause analysis
  
• Time management
  
• Adaptability
  
• Work Independently
  
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships
  
• Interpret statute, administrative code, and policy
  
• Drive on State business

• A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field.
  
• Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.

• Valid Arizona Drivers License
  

Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
  
• Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
  
• 10 paid holidays per year
  
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program, learn more at hr.az.gov/family-leave-expansion).
  
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
  
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
  
• Deferred compensation plan
  
• Wellness plans
  
• Tuition reimbursement eligible after one year of employment

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
  
• Participation is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria as defined in statute.
  
• Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
  
• The current contribution rate is 12.00%.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Selene Rojas at srojas@dffm.az.gov for assistance.

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 623-236-6664. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.