Internal Auditor (Internal Auditor Chief Executive 1)

Initial Posting Date:

03/04/2026

Application Deadline:

03/18/2026

Agency:

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Salary Range:

$7,911 - $12,237

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Internal Auditor (Internal Auditor Chief Executive 1)

Job Description:

Make a Difference in Oregon's Natural Resources! 

Help the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife fulfill its mission: To protect and enhance Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations.

Please note that this position requires both a cover letter and a current resume/CV to be attached to your application. For additional details regarding this request, please view the “Application Details and Instructions” section in the bottom of this announcement.

This permanent, full-time position is with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) located at the Salem, Oregon  headquarters office.

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What you will do:

You will establish and maintain a current and relevant Internal Audit and Audit Committee Charter, perform an annual Agency-wide Risk Assessment that identifies high risk areas and functions to be included in the Annual Audit Plan, and ensure that the Annual Audit Plan is updated to reflect changes due to risks or management needs. You will perform independent and objective reviews, provide timely reports from the review activities and distribute the results appropriately, conduct follow-ups of internal and external audits and inform the Audit Committee and management on the status of the implementation of recommendations within the Department.

In addition, you will provide timely reporting to the Audit Committee, Department managers, and Department of Administrative Services, as well as obtain sufficient training to maintain proficiency and achieve sufficient Continuing Professional Education according to certifications. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

For a full review of the position details, duties, and working conditions, please review the position description located here.

We are seeking applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and have the following skills and experience:

Minimum Qualifications:

To be considered for this position, all applicants must meet one of the following options:

• Option 1: Five years of exp