The Office of Internal Audit, Compliance and Ethics is seeking qualified candidates for an Internal Auditor. The Internal Audit department provides audit services to the University-Wide community including Carbondale, Edwardsville, and Springfield. Internal Audit provides reasonable assurance that University operations are run effectively and efficiently by providing an independent, impartial and objective review of administrative functions and insuring compliance with University policies and procedures as well as applicable statutory requirements. In addition, the Office may evaluate the implementation of operational and control improvements.

The overall mission of the Office is to add value to University operations and assist the University in achieving its goals and objectives. This position reports directly to the Executive Director of Internal Audit, who reports directly to the President of the SIU System.
The Internal Auditor Associate will engage in the design and implementation of complex audits, while receiving limited supervision from the Executive Director of Audits.  Audit activities are generally operational and compliance in nature, but include financial, investigative, computer-system auditing and internal consulting.  

The selected candidate will assist all members of management in the effective discharge of their responsibilities by furnishing them with the objective analyses, appraisals, recommendations, and pertinent comments concerning the activities reviewed. Additionally, the Internal Auditor Associate is concerned with any phase of the activity wherein they can be of service to management.  Further duties and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs and goals of the department/University.

1. Any one or any combination that equals three (3) years (36 months) from the categories below:
   1. College course work in information technology, accounting, business administration, finance, or a closely related field
      • 60 semester hours equals 1 year (12 months)
      • 90 semester hours equals 2 years (24 months)
      • 120 semester hours equals 3 years (36 months)
   2. Progressively more responsible experience that provides a knowledge of generally accepted principles, theories, and practices used in internal auditing
2. One (1) year (12 months) of work experience performing duties comparable to those listed for the Internal Auditor

Application Materials and Information:

1. To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full time and part time work experience, including start and end dates of employment, and at least three professional references. 
2. Relevant part-time work experience will count towards qualification for this position and will be converted to full-time equivalence to calculate the total length of experience.
3. You are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and/or cover letter to provide additional context and showcase your qualifications. 
4. Upload all official or unofficial transcripts to meet the educational requirements. If the job description specifies a minimum number of college hours, official or unofficial transcripts are mandatory for the successful processing of your application. 
5. Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification.  
6. After the position has closed, your application and supporting materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications, including any specialty factors associated with this position. Those who qualify will move forward for Civil Service Examination/Testing.
7. Please monitor your e-mail for further information regarding your application. Emails will be generated from careerinfo@siue.edu. 
8. Applicants who may not precisely meet the minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. In the application or within the resume or cover letter, clearly state how credentials and relevant work experience align with the specified requirements of the position.
9. Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.

About Civil Service Examination/Testing: The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of application materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, your application will move forward for examination/testing in which you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. This score will be emailed to the email address noted on your application. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled. Exam scores will be delivered from the civil service system apps@sucss.illinois.gov.

Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 0586 – SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.  

Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver’s License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.

Pre- Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Additional Information: This position does not offer work authorization sponsorship. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status. F-1 and J-1 visa holders must be enrolled full-time and can only apply for temporary part-time roles working 20 hours or less per week during spring and fall semesters, such as student worker positions, assistantships, and civil service extra help roles. SIUE is a state university, and it's important to highlight that benefits from state-sponsored plans may not be accessible to individuals on F1 or J1 visas.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at careerinfo@siue.edu. 

Statement of Diversity: SIUE is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce. We firmly believe in providing equal access and opportunity to individuals across all job titles. We will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, national origin, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation or veteran’s status.  

SIUE cultivates an atmosphere of inclusivity, respect, and warmth that fosters learning and collaboration. Each member of our university community bears the responsibility of actively contributing to this enriching campus environment. We encourage individuals who are dedicated to upholding these values to apply. 

To learn more about SIUE's Mission and statement on diversity, please visit: https://www.siue.edu/about/mission-goals-plans/index.shtml.