Senior Internal Auditor

Job Requisition : 59750
Opening Date: 11/04/2026
Closing Date: 11/19/2026
Agency: Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
Class

Title:

INTERNAL AUDITOR II - 21727
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,820 monthly;
Full Range $6,820 - $9,875 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:

Work Hours:

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 1 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
Headquarter

Location:

1011 S 2nd St, Springfield, Illinois, 62704
Work County: Sangamon

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Join our team as a Senior Internal Auditor (Internal Auditor II) and take the lead on complex, high‑impact audits that strengthen operations, enhance internal controls, and support agency-wide decision‑making. In this role, you'll design and execute risk‑based audit strategies, collaborate with leadership to drive meaningful improvements, and contribute to a strong culture of accountability and continuous improvement. If you’re a detail‑oriented professional who thrives in independent, analytical work, this position offers the opportunity to make a measurable impact statewide.

• Under general direction, serves as senior auditor.
• Researches and identifies all applicable state laws, administrative rules, statutory mandates, regulations, policies, and procedures for each audit.
• Provides recommendations for enhancing internal controls, governance processes, and the internal audit function within the organization.
• Continues professional education through formal and in-house training.
• Assists the CIA and DCIA in preparing policies and procedures to be used by the Office of Internal Audit.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

• Requires a bachelor's degree with coursework in accounting, auditing, business management, computer science, economics, public administration, or other related subjects.
• Requires four (4) years of professional auditing experience; or requires three years of professional auditing experience plus completion of one of the following certifications:
  Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Public Accountant or Certified Information Systems Auditor.

• Prefer one (1) or more years presenting oral and written reports to management.
• Prefer one (1) or more years analyzing current business processes and suggesting solutions to improve them.
• Prefer one (1) or more years working with a government organization in helping management to improve efficiency of their operations.
• Prefer one (1) or more years identifying changes in the business environment regarding laws and regulations and alerting management…