City Auditor

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Business, Accounting, Public Administration, or in a field related to the job, plus eight (8) years of experience coordinating and directing audit activities in a governmental environment, including four (4) years of experience which were in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Graduation with a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field related to the job may substitute for one (1) year of non-managerial experience.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor.

Notes to Applicants
To be considered, candidates must submit a compelling cover letter, comprehensive resume, and three (3) to five (5) professional references via email to apply@ralphandersen.com.

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The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and have a reputation for being honest, ethical, respected, and credible. In addition, the City is looking for a candidate who is proactive in anticipating risk and control issues, flexible in adapting methods of auditing and reporting, and able to adhere to accepted professional standards. The ideal candidate has a passion for professionalism, timeliness in reporting, and a strong desire to identify opportunities to improve efficiency. A high degree of political sensitivity is also needed with the ability to discern areas where a focus on investigative efforts is warranted.
They must be a strong advocate for promoting best practices in local government. Additionally, the selected candidate will be expected to quickly build strong working relationships and trust with a wide array of internal and external constituents.

The City Auditor will also be seen as a leader, an excellent manager, and a mentor to direct reports and support staff. The ideal candidate can identify and utilize each employee’s individual strengths while encouraging staff development and professional growth.

The ideal candidate possesses the following personal characteristics and knowledge:

• An advisory and consultative approach to auditing;
• Demonstrated outstanding communication and people skills;
• Ability to motivate and persuade employees and others to adopt and accept new systems and business methods while
• promoting a strong sense of teamwork among staff;
• Ability to make sound and well-informed decisions affecting multiple stakeholders;
• A commitment to action when dealing with pressure and ambiguity of complex and controversial issues and situations;
• Contribution to the overall good of the organization through effective and timely reporting;
• Knowledge of Texas laws, practices, rules, and regulations related to organizational structure and governmental
• accounting practices;
• Experience with operational analysis including modeling, asset management, risk evaluation, and overall assessment;
• Experience with preparing and delivering effective presentations; and
• Comfortable dealing with an engaged public in a highly visible environment.

Regarding Your Application:

• A detailed and complete Employment Application is required. A Résumé and Cover Letter are required.
• Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application.
• Employment history dates must include month and year.
• This position requires a Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI )
• A first review of candidates will occur on August 6, 2025. To apply, candidates must complete this online application. Interested candidates should apply early in the process for optimum consideration.

Note: Information submitted for consideration may be made available to the public in compliance with the Texas Open Records Act.
Pay Range
$204,000 - $214,000 annually
Hours
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Monday - Friday
*Hours may vary depending upon business needs.

This position is on-site.
Job Close Date Type of Posting External Department Office Of The City Auditor Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 505 Barton Springs Rd, Suite 200 Austin, TX 78704 Preferred Qualifications Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.


Oversees departmental activities including identifying long-range audit issues, final quality review of audit reports, budget preparation, staff recruiting and development, implementation of approved audit recommendations, and improvement to internal systems and procedures. Examines City operations to identify opportunities to reduce costs; increase efficiency, quality, and effectiveness; and improve management of a City function, program, service, or policy. Determines the cause of an inefficient, uneconomical, or ineffective function, program, service, or policy. Establishes audit policies and procedures consistent with government auditing standards established by the Comptroller General of the United States and applicable law and regulation. Reviews and verifies reports or plans from the City Manager in response to an audit recommendation. Consults with and obtains advice from the City Attorney, reports suspected violations, and notifies the appropriate chief prosecuting authority when violations are criminal. Submits an annual audit plan to the council for review and comment through the Council Audit and Finance Committee. Identifies the scope of each audit conducted including the department, organization, service, program, function, and policy to be audited; and each potential audit objective to be addressed. Requests amendments independently or at the request of the Council Audit and Finance Committee or the City Manager. Initiates, conducts, or expands the scope of an audit or investigation in cases of fraud, abuse, or illegality. Notifies the Council Audit and Finance Committee of action taken. Distributes results of special audits. Prepares draft audit reports for each audit and delivers the report to the City Manager, files a final audit report with the Council and the City Manager, and retains a copy in the City Auditor’s Office as a permanent record. Communicates directly with the Council Audit and Finance Committee and the Council, attends Council Audit and Finance Committee meetings, and regularly meets with Council.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of performance and financial auditing, public administration, and public financial and fiscal practices.
• Knowledge of auditing techniques and evaluation processes.
• Knowledge of government audit standards for financial and performance audits.
• Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
• Skill in oral and written communications.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
This position requires graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Business, Accounting, Public Administration, or in a field related to the job, plus eight (8) years of experience coordinating and directing audit activities in a governmental environment, including four (4) years of experience which were in a supervisory or managerial capacity. Graduation with a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field related to the job may substitute for one (1) year of non-managerial experience. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

This position requires certification as a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents

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