Agency

Division

Job Classification Title

Assistant State Auditor III (NS)

Position Number

65043975

Grade

NC21

About Us

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services.

Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website.

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Description of Work

This position is designated as Exempt Policy-Making under G.S. 126-5(c)(3) and is considered an at-will appointment.

The Office of the State Auditor is seeking a skeptical, innovative, and motivated analyst who is familiar with public policy, program evaluation, and research methods. This position gives you the opportunity to keep state government accountable by increasing transparency, efficiency, and accountability. Job requires flexible problem-solving and willingness to continually learn.

This position is within the Division of Accountability, Value, and Efficiency, a cross-function division that provides independent, objective, and relevant audits using program evaluation standards, data analytics, and investigative practices.

The division was created under Session Law 2025-89 as a special task forced assigned to tackle some of the most pressing issues in North Carolina state government operations. The performance audits and special reports released by the division offer actionable insights and vital information to decision-makers in state government. These reports aim to highlight problems and offer tangible solutions to the public, program leadership, and elected officials.

As part of our team, you will get to:
• Plan meetings with auditees to discuss audit scope, potential findings of interest, and what would make the audit most beneficial to the decision-makers involved
• Aid in designing audit procedures that uniquely catered to the project assigned
• Develop the report findings, provide additional context within DAVE Division reports through the use of data analytics, visualization, and communication
• Serve as a technical resource to the audit team and will be responsible for providing day-to-day supervision and guidance to other staff members on audit assignments

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $90,000 - $100,000

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to evaluate government programs for effectiveness
• Ability to utilize Yellow Book standards (GAGAS) to meet audit compliance requirements
• Can communicate professionally with state government entities and other auditees

This position is designated as Exempt Policy-Making under G.S. 126-5(c)(3) and is considered an at-will appointment.

OSA is the state’s Fiscal Watchdog. We hold state government and entities that receive public money accountable, working on behalf of North Carolinians to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse. 

Learn more about our team here! Why Work for the NC Office of The State Auditor?

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits including:

• Work-Life Balance:
  • 40-hour work week with flexible schedule options and the ability to earn compensatory time off
  • Generous paid time off each year, including:
    • 12 paid holidays per year
    • 1 paid personal observance leave day
    • At least 14 vacation days accrued per year (increase with years of service)
    • 12 paid sick days accrued per year
    • 24 hours paid community service leave
  • Competitive pay and affordable health insurance options
  • NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator
• Enrollment in the state's pension plan and options for additional supplemental savings
• If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more

Supplemental and Contact Information

• The Office of the State Auditor uses the Merit-Based Recruitment & Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) with highly qualified individuals.
• In order to receive credit for work history and credential you must complete the online application completely. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. 
• You can attach resumes, cover letters, reference information as supplemental information, but this will NOT be used in lieu of a completed state application.
• If you have earned a foreign degree, an official evaluation for United States equivalency is required and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification purposes. 
  • The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members
• Reference checks will be performed on all top finalists. 

 The Office of the State Auditor is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• If applicants are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22 along with their state application.
• It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and the Office of the State Auditor that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment.  We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).  
• Office of the State Auditor is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States.  However, we are not able to sponsor visas at this time.
• Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), Office of the State Auditor is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.  If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact:

Office of the State Auditor (OSA)

Division of Human Resources

Email: recruitment@ncauditor.gov

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

A bachelor’s degree with 12 semester hours in accounting from an appropriately accredited institution and 3 years of experience in auditing/accounting or program evaluation

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Olivia Ann Gillespie

Recruiter Email:

OLIVIA.GILLESPIE@NCAUDITOR.GOV