STAFF SERVICES MANAGEMENT AUDITOR (537123)

Working Conditions: This position is located at POST headquarters in West Sacramento, CA. The office is located in a two-story building with a business park setting. Regular and consistent attendance is critical to the successful performance of this position. This position is Hybrid and may be eligible for telework, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

Minimum Requirements: You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Job Type: Permanent, Full TimeWork Shift: 40 hours per work week

Work Week: Monday - Friday

Department Information: The Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) is a small, friendly, state agency located in West Sacramento with easy freeway access and plenty of FREE parking. For more information about the Commission on POST, please visit our website at https://post.ca.gov/.People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

NOTE: Salaries do not reflect the 2025 PLP pay reduction. Information on recent changes to the Memorandum of Understanding can be found here: Bargaining / Contracts - CalHR.

Special Requirements: A fingerprint check is required. A COMPLETE STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ) IS REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED ALONG WITH YOUR STATE APPLICATION. IF THE SOQ IS NOT SUBMITTED THE APPLICANT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW. THE SOQ SHOULD BE TYPED ON 8 1/2 X 11 PAPER USING 12-POINT ARIAL FONT, INCLUDING THE APPLICANT'S FULL NAME AND DATE AT THE TOP OF THE PAGE. IT SHOULD NOT EXCEED 1 PAGE IN LENGTH. Describe your educational background, training, or professional analytical experience. How has this background prepared you to conduct objective internal reviews and summarize findings into clear workpapers or reports? Describe a project or assignment where you had to interpret and apply complex rules, state statutes, administrative policies, or established criteria to evaluate information or test a sample. How did you ensure your review was thorough and accurate?

Application Instructions: Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Final Filing Date: 11/17/2026 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply: Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application PackagesYou may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission on POST Attn: Human Resources 860 Stillwater Road, Suite 100 West Sacramento, CA 95605-1630 Address for Drop-Off Application PackagesYou may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission on POST Human Resources 860 Stillwater Road, Suite 100 West Sacramento, CA 95605-1630 08:00 AM - 05:00 PMRequired Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. School Transcripts Statement of Qualifications - Please see the Special Requirements section of this advertisement for detailed information regarding the required Statement of Qualifications. Other - Minimum Qualifications (MQs): When using education to meet MQs, please include your transcripts with your application package. If you have a degree from outside of the United States (US), you must submit an evaluation of this degree to determine the US equivalency. If you need an evaluation, you can visit the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) website to find organizations that provide these services. If you are not providing an evaluation of your degree, you may instead use the bypass option (when applying, select Choose/Upload for the required document and then select Bypass File).Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Knowledge of basic auditing principles, internal controls, and professional standards (e.g., GAGAS/Yellow Book, Global Internal Audit Standards/Red Book).
• Ability to review, analyze, and interpret data, policy documents, state statutes, and administrative regulations.
• Ability to assist in conducting detailed audit testing, sample validation, and preparing organized, accurate workpapers.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to summarize audit findings, test results, and draft clear working notes.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to conduct information gathering interviews and work effectively with team members and program staff.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook), with an emphasis on basic data organization and spreadsheet functions.
• Ability to manage time effectively, follow structured audit programs, and adapt to changing priorities.

Benefits: California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil