Chief Internal Auditor

The City of El Paso is recruiting for the position of Chief Internal Auditor.

We are seeking an experienced, strategic and collaborative candidate with a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Accounting, Business, Public Administration, Finance, or a related field, and six (6) years of professional auditing experience in a government entity or a public accounting firm. Valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state by time of appointment. Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) by time of appointment.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a collaborative approach to working with the City Council, executive leadership, and department staff, contributing to the overall effectiveness and transparency of City operations.

If you are looking for an extraordinary opportunity to make a difference in one of the best run and progressive cities in the United States while enjoying an exceptional quality of life, the City of El Paso is the place for you!

General Purpose

Under administrative direction, manage the City's internal audit program, supervise and conduct an independentappraisal of issues, and serve as a consultant to management in the areas of financial management, operations,computer systems, regulatory compliance, and fiscal controls.

Typical Duties

Plan, organize, control, and provide overall direction of internal audit functions. Involves: Audit planning,supervise and conduct an independent appraisal of issues, serve as a consultant to management in the areas offinancial management, operations, computer systems, regulatory compliance, fiscal controls and potentialmisappropriation of funds, prepare recommendations on policies and procedures to improve internal controls,and prepare an annual and long- range audit plan for submission to the City Council for review and approval.

Review and evaluate service delivery methods and systems, including administrative and control systems andinternal relationships. Involves: Identifying opportunities for improvement and recommending improvements tosystems and standard operating procedures to enhance internal control. Establish work and audit programpriorities, monitor work progress, develop departmental operating budget, and approve purchases andexpenditures. Collaborates with the Financial Oversight and Audit Committee (FOAC), City Manager, and City Attorney on project timelines, recommendation implementation, and procedural changes.

Respond to and resolve sensitive and complex organization inquiries and complaints, including special requestsfrom the Mayor, Council, City Manager, and department directors for information and interpretation. Involves:Representing the City at various meetings and conferences and interacting with a wide range of officials,department directors, coworkers, and the public.

Supervise assigned staff. Involves: Assign, schedule, guide, and monitor work. Appraise employee performanceand review evaluations by subordinate supervisor. Provide for training and development. Counsel, motivate, andmaintain harmony. Identify and resolve staff differences, conflicts, and deficiencies. Interview applicants andrecommend hiring, termination, transfers, discipline, or other employee status changes. Enforce personnel rulesand regulations and work behavior standards firmly and impartially.