SENIOR DIRECTOR, AUDIT

Posting number: 2401352-2

Department: CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICE

Division: 2510 - MANAGEMENT AUDIT

Job classification: SENIOR DIRECTOR, AUDIT

Posting type: Open

Categories: Audit

Summary

Serves as an independent and objective internal advocate for effective and efficient policies, practices, and internal controls; a resource to management for providing insight about opportunities for improvement and for complying with applicable rules, regulations and laws; and a resource to the Metro Board to help ensure that public funds and assets are used properly and effectively by Metro. The position directs the planning, development and operations of the Performance Audit function within Management Audit Services, including oversight of its programs, policies, procedures, and personnel. The role leads the agency's wide risk assessment process that informs the Annual Audit Plan. The position is also responsible for enhancing and maintaining the unit's quality control system to ensure all audit activities meet applicable auditing standards.

Recruitment Timelines: Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of August 24, 2026. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.

Examples of duties

• Plans, develops, implements, evaluates, and directs the activities, programs, policies, procedures, and personnel of the Internal Audit Unit
• Ensures that audit work performed by assigned staff and reports comply with departmental policies and procedures and meet applicable auditing standards
• Directs the Contract Audit function, including timely completion of pre-award, incurred cost, and close-out audits of contracts for construction, Architecture and Engineering (A&E), professional services, and other Metro contractor or consultant proposals for new or changed work
• Directs the Performance Audit function, including timely completion of audits for process improvement, reliability of financial and operational information, adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, information system controls, and efficiency and effectiveness of operations
• Directs the Financial and Compliance Audit function, including timely completion of legally mandated audits, grant audits, and other regulatory compliance audits
• Directs the Follow-Up Unit for timely completion of corrective actions to audit findings
• Monitors the work efforts of assigned staff to ensure progress is achieved
• Coordinates audits performed by external auditors
• Assists the Chief Auditor with strategic planning for the department and monitors completion of annual audit plan and the department's adherence to its quality control system
• Participates in the performance of agency-wide risk assessment and preparation of annual audit plan
• Advocates for strong internal controls and risk management practices within the organization
• Recommends improvements to enhance internal quality processes
• Assists in the development of high impact audit reports
• Ensures that applicable laws, rules, and regulations are followed, and resources are effectively managed
• Collaborates with management in identifying solutions to issues
• Prepares and presents reports and recommendations to management and the Board of Directors
• Serves as audit liaison to outside governmental agencies and funding sources
• Represents Metro at meetings, conferences, and public events
• Communicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the agency's safety vision and goals; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employees

Qualifications

A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes:

Education

• Bachelor's degree - Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Economics, Finance, or a related field

Experience

• Five years of relevant management-level experience conducting internal audits in a public or governmental entity

Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements

• A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions
• Certified