Public Service Administrator, Opt 2

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is looking to hire a Public Service Administrator for the Office of Internal Audit. This position will monitor Agency compliance, plan and research topics directly related to audit assignments, develop draft audit programs, and prepare Draft Audit Reports. The ideal candidate will be able to utilize their supervisory experience, problem solving skills, independent research ability and public speaking skills. We welcome interested applicants who would like to be part of this team to apply today.

Essential Functions

• Under direction of the Chief Internal Auditor, serves as a senior staff internal auditor who assists the Chief Internal Auditor in planning and coordinating various audit projects
• Analyzes and compiles information gathered during audit projects
• Coordinates and conducts entrance and exit conferences with potential and past employees
• Serves as full-line supervisor
• Assists the Chief Internal Auditor in ensuring that all requirements of the Fiscal Control and Internal Audit Act (FCIAA) are being complied with
• Plans and evaluates various audit projects and submits to the Chief Internal Auditor for review and approval
• Reviews current procedures and provides recommendations to Agency Management in order to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the work enumerated above

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, preferably with coursework in business administration or accounting
• Requires prior experience equivalent to three years of progressively responsible administration experience in the fields of fiscal management, accounting, budgeting, internal auditing, insurance and/or finance

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of supervisory experience
• Two (2) years of work experience drafting reports
• One (1) year of knowledge pertaining to the Fiscal Control and Internal Audit Act (FCIAA)
• One (1) year of work experience planning projects for submission following rules and regulations

Conditions of Employment

All applicants must be able to meet the following Conditions of Employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position. The State of Illinois complies with federal and state disability laws and will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities:

• Ability to pass background check
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to travel statewide in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Agency and Division Statements

DNR Agency Statement

Charged with preserving, protecting and promoting Illinois’ natural and cultural resources, Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) employees oversee water, wildlife, wetlands and oil wells, parks, historic sites – and everything in between. Employment opportunities vary greatly, often providing employees the chance to work indoors and out in a dynamic yet relaxed environment. Working for the State of Illinois, IDNR employees receive excellent benefits, including, vision health and dental insurance; a retirement plan and deferred compensation options; state holidays and other time off; as well as pre-tax benefit programs.

Office of Internal Audit

The Office of Internal Audit conducts audits and consulting engagements for management in order to improve operational efficiency.