INTERNAL AUDITOR

The salary for this position is: $7,256 - $9,675 monthly. 

 

The first review of applications will be on Friday, July 18, 2025. 

 

Thurston County Auditor’s Office is recruiting for an Internal Auditor to manage the County’s Internal Audit Function. Thurston County’s Internal Audit Function is administratively housed within the Auditor’s Office. The Internal Auditor reports administratively to the Chief Deputy Auditor and functionally to the Internal Audit Committee. The Internal Audit Committee members include the County Auditor, County Manager, and County Treasurer. The mission of Thurston County’s internal audit function is to enhance and protect organizational value by providing risk-based and objective assurance, advice, and insight.

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Conduct an annual countywide risk assessment to develop the internal audit plan.
• Plan, develop, and execute the annual internal audit plan under the direction of the Internal Audit Committee.
• Develop and present audit reports to management and the Internal Audit Committee.
• Serve as the County’s liaison with the State Auditor’s Office.
• Perform follow-up on audit recommendations and provide status updates to the Internal Audit Committee.
• Provide guidance to County offices and departments on laws, policies, best practices, internal controls, risk management, and process improvements. 
• Maintain the internal auditing policy and procedures in conformance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Global Internal Audit Standards.
• Maintain independence, objectivity, integrity, and exercise due professional care in all audit engagements.

To view the full job classification, click here: Internal Auditor

  

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• Work Environment – Quiet office setting located in Olympia, Washington. Work is primarily performed at a desk or workstation using a computer and standard office equipment. Hybrid and remote work options are available based on business needs and performance. 
• Schedule – Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional extended hours may be required to meet critical deadlines. Alternative work schedules may be available. 
• Travel Requirements – Limited travel may be required to attend meetings, trainings, or provide onsite support to other offices and departments. 
• Customer Interactions – Regular interaction with internal customers, including elected officials, department staff, and other government agencies. Communication occurs via phone, email, virtual meetings, and in-person consultations. 

  

WHO WE ARE: 

The Auditor’s Office is a leader in implementing innovative solutions, a trusted source of financial information, and a catalyst for positive change. We are committed to embracing new technologies, delivering exceptional customer service, supporting ongoing employee development, and fostering open, honest, and respectful communication. 

Our core values guide how we work and collaborate with others: 

• Communication – We prioritize active listening and clear messaging to ensure consistent communication and managed expectations. 
• Integrity and Accountability – We uphold the highest standards, honoring our commitments and taking responsibility for our actions by providing transparent, honest, and impartial services. 
• Teamwork – We value collaboration and the collective contributions of all team members, fostering a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to achieve shared goals. 
• Respect – We honor diverse perspectives and treat everyone with civility and dignity, seeking common ground in all interactions. 
• Excellence – We are dedicated to achieving excellence through professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm in all that we do. 
• Efficiency and Effectiveness – We continuously seek innovative, resourceful solutions that enhance our services while ensuring fiscal responsibility. 
• Customer Service – We are committed to providing courteous, responsive, and reliable service, sharing our expertise to support and empower our customers. 

As a vital part of Thurston County’s public service infrastructure, we support a broad array of stakeholders, including county departments, the Board of County Commissioners, citizens and taxpayers, other governmental agencies, vendors, financial institutions, and special districts. 

Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Inclusion to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s