Police Performance Auditor.docx

SUMMARY

The Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office (OPSO), New Orleans, Louisiana, provides inmates care, custody, control, and rehabilitation. We are committed to providing the highest level of service and security to the court systems, the execution of court mandates, and the protection of individuals' rights and freedoms. Our Mission will be achieved through innovative leadership and programs, as well as the dedication and diligence of our employees.

The Performance Auditor conducts compliance and performance audits, reviews Department policies, procedures, operations, and systems, and performs related duties as assigned. The Performance Auditor position is assigned to the Compliance & Accountability Bureau as a direct report to the Sheriff through the Chief of Staff.

SALARY

The salary for the Performance Auditor will be aligned accordingly and commensurate with an applicant’s knowledge, skills, experience, certifications and education requirements of the subject position. The Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, vision and life insurance as well as dental coverage and participation in the Louisiana Sheriff’s Pension Fund. Moreover, we offer supplemental insurance coverage through various vendors.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct compliance and performance audits and reviews of law enforcement operations; assess law enforcement operations and programs for effectiveness, efficiency, and economy.
• Assess whether law enforcement operations comply with applicable laws, regulations, federal consent decree mandates, ordinances, grant provisions, contract requirements, and established policies and procedures.
• Evaluate areas of risk, determine if adequate controls are in place, and suggest approaches for addressing risk.
• Develop audit objectives, scope, and methodologies; perform appropriate audit tests to assess performance; and test the accuracy of the data being audited.
• Collect data through interviews, observations, and other appropriate research methods. Compile, evaluate, analyze, and interpret data regarding the Department's efficiency in meeting established compliance standards.
• Conduct performance audits and investigations.
• Gather and analyze financial, program, and statistical data.
• Research, interpret, and apply laws, regulations, administrative policies, and procedures.
• Develop sound recommendations to correct deficiencies regarding internal controls and

operating procedures.

• Identify potential risk exposures to the Department; assist with making recommendations to rectify situations.
• Prepare clear and concise reports.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Ability:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, business administration, public administration, public policy, economics, or a related field.
• Two years of government performance auditing experience (required). Police performance auditing (preferred).
• Possession of a professional designation as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP), Certified Internal Control Auditor (CICA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) is desired but not required.
  • General auditing principles and procedures, including Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS).
    • Governmental accounting, auditing, and reporting standards.
    • Law enforcement and public safety organizations, including principles, practices, methods, and equipment; legal and government auditing practices.
    • Performance evaluation systems, program evaluation, and performance and procedural analysis.
    • Program and budget management.
    • Statistical methods and research techniques.
    • English syntax, language mechanics, punctuation, and grammar.
    • Personal computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software programs; basic accounting and budgeting applications.
    • Principles and methods of supervision, training, and evaluation.
    • Conduct best practice research.
    • Use personal computers and software applications.
    • Communicate clearly and concisely in oral and written form.
    • Work effectively and independently as a member of a team.
    • Work in stressful situations and under strict deadlines.
    • Work in a confidential environment and maintain discretion.
    • Work collaboratively with sworn and civilian staff, elected officials, representatives from other organizations, and the general public.
    • Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted to perform required duties.