JOB TITLE: Audit Services Principal Manager
LOCATION: San Francisco or Sacramento
JOB OPENING #: 6268
OVERVIEW
The Judicial Council of California is accepting applications for the position of Principal Manager I for our Audit Services office.
This Principal Manager I will be responsible for leading, managing, and evolving the internal audit program for multiple large, complex performance audits across the judicial branch including the trial and appellate courts and the Judicial Council offices/operations, according to the standards specified by Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS).
This role is responsible for ensuring independent, objective assurance and expert consultation that improve internal controls, add value and/or create greater efficiencies than provided previously, with respect to operations and financial activities to assist judicial branch leadership in accomplishing their goals and objectives effectively. This will involve ensuring appropriate utilization of audit staff/resources through subordinate supervisors and completion of assigned projects by streamlining audit process, approach, audit cycles, evaluation of reports and approval process.
The incumbent will:
Ensure performance audits are conducted in accordance with the GAGAS standards.
Manage the implementation of focused efficient trial court audits.
Oversee the process of follow-up on trial court audit findings.
Provide audit services assistance to Judicial Council offices.
Ensure development and/or acquisition of staff with Construction and IT audit expertise.
The Audit Services Principal Manager interfaces with all levels of the judicial branch from reporting to the Judicial Council and its committees on a regular basis on audit activities and evaluations of programs to superior court judges, court executives, managers and staff on results of audits and investigations.
The Judicial Council
The Judicial Council of California is the policy setting body for the state court system and has constitutionally conferred statewide rule-making authority. This authority includes developing, advocating for, and allocating the judicial branch budget. A majority of Council members are California state justices and judges; however, the Council also includes lawyers, legislators, and court administrators.
By enhancing its role as a leadership, knowledge, and service resource for the judicial branch, the Judicial Council’s staff organization seeks to continue to evolve as one of California’s most dynamic public service entities, focused on improving access to justice for all Californians by innovating and responding to the changing needs of the courts and the public. As a government body charged with improving the statewide administration of justice, the Judicial Council has multiple offices with diverse responsibilities relating to court policy and operations. As employees of the council, every member of staff should view and approach their work as one Judicial Council with a public service mission that is greater than the sum of its parts.
The Judicial Council strives for work-life balance, including substantial vacation and holiday time. In addition, we offer an excellent benefits package, including pension, medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending, up to $130 per month reimbursement for qualifying commuting costs, and retirement savings plans. In San Francisco, the office is only a 7-minute walk from the Civic Center BART station in downtown San Francisco. In Sacramento, the office is minutes from downtown, just north of Discovery Park.
The successful candidate will be expected to work in person at the Judicial Council’s San Francisco or Sacramento office and reside in the areas surrounding this location. The Judicial Council offers hybrid work arrangements for many positions. Beginning in September 2024, employees will work in the office at least one day each week. Beginning in January 2025, employees will work in the office at least two days per week.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide supervisory responsibilities
Oversee multiple large, complex performance audit and advisory engagements, in accordance with GAGAS standards and the approved audit plan
Review and optimize trial court operational audit focus, approach, cycle time for appropriate utilization of audit staff/resources, and enhanced service and deliverables
Provide audit services assistance to Judicial Council offices
Institute use of technology and processes for improved audit planning and document management
Perform audit liaison responsibilities for the Judicial Council's Advisory Committee on Audits and Financial Accountability for the Judicial Branch
Serve as the expert advisor for various audit related matters and special projects
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree, and six (6) years of professional analytical or managerial experience in assigned function including, but not limited to, program analysis, development, implementation, research, and advising, including at least three (3) years of supervisory/management experience.
An additional four years of professional experience as noted above may substitute for the bachelor’s degree. Or, additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
OR
Master’s degree in a directly related field for the assigned discipline and three (3) years of professional-level analytical or managerial experience in assigned function including, but not limited to, program analysis, development, implementation, research, and advising, including at least three (3) years of supervisory/management experience.
Desirable Qualifications
It is preferable that the incumbent possess and maintain a CPA license.
Other Information
Please note: If you are selected for hire, verification of employment eligibility or authorization to work in the United States will be required.
HOW TO APPLY
To ensure consideration of your application for the earliest round of interviews, please apply by Saturday, September 28, 2024, however, this position will remain open until filled. This position requires the submission of our official application, a resume and a response to the supplemental questions.
To complete the online application, please go to
https://www.courts.ca.gov/careers.htm and search for JO# 6268.
The Judicial Council provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities who request such accommodation. Reasonable accommodation needs should be requested through Human Resources at (415) 865-4260. Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (415) 865-4272.
PAYMENT & BENEFITS
$10,170 - $15,255 per month
Some highlights of our benefits package include:
Health/Dental/Vision benefits program
13 paid holidays per calendar year
Choice of Annual Leave or Sick/Vacation Leave
1 personal holiday per year
Up to $130 per month reimbursement for qualifying commuting costs
CalPERS Retirement Plan
401(k) and 457 deferred compensation plans
Employee Assistance Program
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
FlexElect Program
Pretax Parking
Long Term Disability Program (employee paid/optional)
Group Legal Plan (employee paid/optional)
The Judicial Council of California Is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Supplemental Questions
Audit Services Principal Manager (JO# 6268)
To better assess the qualifications of each applicant, we will review your responses to the following question. (You may consider submitting a separate document due to character limitations.)
1. Please state why you are interested in this position and why you consider yourself a desirable candidate for the position.
