Title: Chief of Internal Audit: Central Administration #00938

State Role Title: Audit Services Manager III

Hiring Range: $103,922.00 - $195,372.00

Pay Band: 7

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: DOC Headquarters

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E

Job Duties

This role leads and manages the internal audit function, encompassing agency-wide risk assessments and the development of long-term audit work plans. It oversees the planning, execution, reporting, and resolution of audits (both assurance and advisory engagements), hotline investigations, and special projects conducted by internal audit staff. The position also undertakes complex or sensitive special projects as needed.

In collaboration with the DOC Director and senior leadership, it is responsible for strategic planning for the Internal Audit Unit and ensuring adherence to professional auditing standards.

Reporting directly to the Director of Corrections, it works closely with the Director and Senior Leadership team to maintain an effective internal audit function for the Agency.

The mission of the Internal Audit Unit is to deliver independent, risk-based, and objective assurance and advisory services that add value and enhance the Department of Corrections' operations. Through a systematic, disciplined approach, the unit supports the organization in achieving its objectives by evaluating and improving the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control processes.

Minimum Qualifications

The Ideal Candidate will possess the following:
- Extensive knowledge of auditing standards, processes, and professional ethics
- Strong understanding of operational, financial, and compliance auditing
- Familiarity with federal and state compliance requirements
- Working knowledge of information technology systems relevant to auditing
- Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
- Proficiency in identifying audit risks, control weaknesses, and improvement areas
- Advanced skills in spreadsheet, database, and office automation software
- Ability to plan, lead, and complete complex audits
- Experience managing and motivating professional audit teams
- Consistent record of meeting deadlines, performance, and quality standards
- Strong communication skills for interaction with executive leadership, senior management, and external stakeholders
- Capability to leverage information systems to support audit objectives and decision-making
- Ability to complete the Virginia Ethics Council Conflict of Interest (COI) filing within two (2) business days of hire and annually thereafter, in accordance with the Code of Virginia § 2.2-3100.
- Ability to complete COI training within two (2) months of hire and every other year thereafter, as required by Code of Virginia § 2.2-3132.

Additional Considerations

- Advanced knowledge, formal coursework, specialized training, or certification in Business Administration, Accounting, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or related fields
- Significant professional experience in accounting, auditing, information systems, or business administration
- Professional certification (CPA, CIA, CISA) or advanced degree
- Demonstrated leadership experience, including supervision of professional staff

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Tobacco Free: All VADOC facilities are Tobacco free. Use of all tobacco products is always prohibited on site.

Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services

Contact Information

Name: HUMAN RESOURCES

Phone: 804-944-8396

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.