Auditor 1 (Municipal) Auditor Trainee 2 (Municipal), (Equated to SG-16), Auditor Trainee 1 (Municipal), (Equated to SG-14) Item 03784

State of New York
Syracuse, NY Intern | Full Time
POSTED ON 2/16/2023 CLOSED ON 4/22/2023

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Auditor 1 (Municipal) Auditor Trainee 2 (Municipal), (Equated to SG-16), Auditor Trainee 1 (Municipal), (Equated to SG-14) Item 03784 position at State of New York?

Minimum Qualifications You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for an Auditor 1 (Municipal), eligible under the 55 b/c program (see below), or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 70.1 or 70.4 of the Civil Service Law.

70.1 Transfer:

For a 70.1 transfer to an Auditor 1 (Municipal), SG-18, you must have one year of permanent competitive service in an approved 70.1 title allocated to a SG-16 or above and have 24 credit hours in accounting and/or auditing.

70.4 Transfer:

For a 70.4 transfer to an Auditor 1 (Municipal), SG-18, you must:

  • have one year of permanent competitive service in a position allocated to a SG-16 or above; and
  • meet the current open competitive minimum qualifications for this title; and
  • have standing on the open competitive decentralized exam list, #20-777.

For a 70.4 transfer to an Auditor Trainee 1 (Municipal), SG-14, you must:

  • have one year of permanent competitive service in a position allocated to a SG-12 or above; and
  • meet the current open competitive minimum qualifications for this title; and
  • have standing on the open competitive decentralized exam list, #20-724.

Additional notes:

To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: Career Mobility Office " GOT-IT (ny.gov)

Appointments via transfer must not result in a second, consecutive transfer with an advancement of more than two S-grades or one M-grade.

Depending on qualifications, you may be required to serve a 1 or 2-year traineeship that leads to the full level grade 18 position.

55-b/c program:

This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.

For a 55 b/c appointment, you must:

  • Possess the minimum qualifications for the selected title as established by the Department of Civil Service and listed on the most recent exam announcement:

http://www.cs.ny.gov/examannouncements/announcements/oc-cr/decentralized/20-722.cfm (Trainee level)*

http://www.cs.ny.gov/examannouncements/announcements/oc-cr/decentralized/20-777.cfm (Senior level)*

  • Meet the applicable minimal mental and/or physical requirements for the job (with a reasonable accommodation, if necessary)
  • Have a current Eligibility Letter from the NYS Department of Civil Service, www.cs.ny.gov/rp55/, and be able to provide it to the Human Resources Office upon request.
  • If you are currently 55b/c eligible and possess a bachelor's degree and have 24 credit hours in Accounting and/or Auditing, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Duties Description Audit Execution

  • Conduct audit assignments in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) and Division policies and directives including the Comprehensive Audit Manual.
  • Participate in entrance and exit conferences with local officials, contribute appropriate and accurate information as necessary and document meeting results adequately.
  • Assist in developing audit scope, objectives and appropriate audit tests to sufficiently document municipal unit's compliance with audit requirements.
  • Conduct organized and focused interviews with local government personnel to obtain relevant operational and procedural information.
  • Gather, analyze, summarize and sufficiently document information to complete each audit step in the audit program or checklist, applying technical and analytical skills to arrive at appropriate conclusions.
  • Convey pertinent information to audit team members and work unit management and contribute suggestions and provide meaningful input during audit team and work unit meetings.
  • Prepare written documents that are clear, concise, well organized, adequately summarized and use appropriate tone and grammar.
  • Prepare assigned sections of examination/audit reports summarizing audit findings and developing recommendations that meet Division standards for quality and are written concisely and accurately.
  • Ensure that audit work papers and examination/audit reports are appropriately cross-referenced to adequate and appropriate information.

Provide Training and Technical Assistance

  • Gain knowledge of professional standards, Division policies and guidelines, accounting systems, opinions and laws and provide guidance and technical assistance to local officials when requested.
  • Provide training to local officials and/or examiners at conferences, meetings and schools as assigned that presents acceptable and applicable content that is prepared and presented in a professional manner

Additional Comments Desired Competencies:

  • Strong analytical skills
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal skills
  • Good knowledge and use of technology
  • Good organizational skills
  • Team player
  • Strong work ethic and positive attitude
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