STAFF Auditor; Internal Auditor II

Introduction

The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) supports state and local government agencies, local non‑profit organizations, and citizens through facilities management, real estate and surplus property services, security, law enforcement, engineering design and construction, contract administration, and procurement oversight.

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Baltimore State Office Complex, 301 W. Preston Street, Baltimore, MD 21201

Serve as Staff Auditor in the Office of External Affairs, conducting audits of various programs across DGS divisions to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines. Report directly to the DGS Chief Compliance Officer.

• Assist the Chief Compliance Officer in developing the agency‑wide internal monitoring program and audit criteria.
• Conduct audits of accounting records, financial reports, agency policies, procedures, manuals, and program documentation in accordance with Audit Office standards.
• Review DGS operations to assess whether divisions are effectively administering and safeguarding state funds and adhering to established procedures.
• Prepare audit reports summarizing findings and provide recommendations to DGS management for improving internal controls, operational efficiency, and compliance practices.
• Evaluate compliance with state laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Perform preliminary audit analyses and prepare audit working papers to support field audits and document audit findings.
• Assist with researching statutes, regulations, policies, and other authoritative guidance to identify audit criteria applicable to assigned programs and operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university, or a bachelor’s degree with 30 credit hours in accounting and related courses plus at least 3 credit hours in auditing.
• Three years of experience conducting financial and operational internal audits that include finance, compliance, economy, efficiency, and program result components.
• Education requirement may be met by having taken the CPA examination prior to July 1 1974.
• Professional credentials such as CPA, Certified Internal Auditor, or a master’s degree in accounting may substitute for one year of the required experience.
• One year of professional accounting experience may also substitute for one year of required experience.
• U.S. Armed Forces military service as a commissioned officer in Internal Review or Auditing specialty codes can be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis for required experience.

• Experience conducting internal, compliance, operational, or performance audits within a government agency or highly regulated environment.
• Experience evaluating compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, grant requirements, and agency policies.
• Experience identifying control weaknesses and recommending corrective actions to strengthen internal controls and mitigate risk.
• Experience developing audit programs, performing risk assessments, and documenting audit work papers, with the ability to manage multiple audit assignments and meet established deadlines.

Employees in this classification may be required to operate a motor vehicle. A valid Maryland driver’s license may be required for duties that involve travel.

• Travel throughout the state to conduct audits, reviews, and related compliance activities.
• Maintain a valid Maryland driver’s license or have reliable transportation for audit locations.
• Must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired.

• Tuition reimbursement, if funding is available, for qualified employees.
• Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis.
• Generous paid leave that increases with years of service.
• Paid holidays.
• Health coverage with low out‑of‑pocket costs.
• Employee & employer contributory pension plan.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who reflect the state’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply, and we thank veterans for their service.