Internal Auditor

Position Summary

Are you detail oriented, analytical and passionate about public service? The City of Hampton is seeking an Internal Auditor to safeguard our resources, ensure compliance, and promote efficiency throughout the city’s operations.

The purpose of this class is to ensure the reliability and integrity of information, compliance with policies, plans, laws, and regulations; safeguard assets; and use resources effectively and efficiently. The applicant works independently, under the general supervision of the Internal Audit Manager, and reports major concerns or observations periodically throughout an audit engagement.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and a minimum of three years of full‑time equivalent auditing experience, preferably within a governmental unit, agency, or closely related setting.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation required, or must be obtained within three years of employment.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
• Must successfully pass a background check and credit history check related to this position.

• Effective communication with internal and external customers.
• Frequent travel between city departments and business partners within the city.
• Considerable use of personal and reliable transportation.
• Work may be performed outside standard business hours.
• May be considered “essential personnel” during city emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager, which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

This summary describes benefits available to permanent, full‑time employees. Benefits begin on the first of the month following one full calendar month of employment.

• Sentara Health – Medical Insurance
• Optum Rx
• Delta Dental Insurance
• Anthem Blue View Vision
• FSA Reimbursement accounts
• Accident and Critical Illness coverage
• Trust Mark Universal Life Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Virginia 529 plan
• Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRA

Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.

• Other leave options include:
  • Maternity Leave
  • Parental Bonding Leave
  • Care for Sick Parent Leave
  • Birthday Leave
  • Personal day (available every quarter)

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• President's Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans' Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
• Employee's birthday

The city offers a tax‑deferred retirement plan 457 and an after‑tax Roth IRA through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1‑800‑669‑7400). Group life insurance is offered through VRS and Minnesota Life Insurance Company.

• Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages development through educational programs leading to a degree, certificate, or license and coursework to renew skills; eligibility criteria apply.
• Additional training opportunities in technology, leadership, supervisory, and other government/business areas are available.
• Medical/Dental and Dependent Care reimbursement accounts are offered on a pre‑tax basis.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides confidential counseling services for employees and immediate families (757‑363‑6777, 1‑800‑899‑8174 or Sentara EAP website).

Direct deposit into most banks is available. Workers' Compensation coverage applies where appropriate.

• Savings bonds are available to the city’s workforce.