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Internal Auditor I

Salary

$66,489.00 - $93,048.00 Annually

Location

Minneapolis, MN

Job Type

Full-time

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

2025-00469

Department

City Auditor

Division

Internal Audit

Opening Date

09/18/2025

Closing Date

10/2/2025 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

CPE

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+ Benefits

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Position Description

An Internal Auditor I works as the frontline auditor performing a variety of critical tasks throughout the entire phase of the audit, as well as leading audit efforts.

Work Location: This position currently has a hybrid work location, which will require 1-2 days to be worked on-site and 3-4 days to be worked remotely per week. Additional on-site days may be required for meetings, trainings, or for any other reasons that may be deemed necessary. Supervisors will provide as much advance notice as practicable.

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

+ Lead and perform frontline audits in consultation with various City departments and stakeholders.

+ Develop testing plans and perform audit testing.

+ Write audit workpapers and reports.

+ Present audit results to client and the Audit Committee.

+ Communicate with key audit stakeholders.

+ Plan audit engagements.

+ Follow up on audit issues for closure and communicate with clients for continuous monitoring. Exercise professional judgment in evaluating audit results.

+ Maintain project tracking in audit software.

+ Serve as detail/general reviewer on audit projects.

+ Assist with fraud, waste, or abuse investigations.

+ Validate client responses to audit issues.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal Office Setting

Required Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in policy and process analysis, finance, public administration, business administration, accounting or related field.

Minimum Experience:

There is no minimum required amount of work experience. One to two years of internal audit experience is desirable.

Equivalency:

An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.

Selection Process:

The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps:a rating of relevant education (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%)on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Background Check:

The City has determined that a thorough Minneapolis Police Department criminal background check is necessary for positions with this job title. Applicants must sign an informed consent allowing the City to obtain their criminal history information in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be considered for the position.

Union Representation:

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Professional Employees Association (MPEA) (https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/departments/hr/labor-agreements/professional-employees/) .

Eligible List Statement:

The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire three months after it has been established.

Interview Selection:

The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

+ Knowledge of the principles, theories, and practices in internal auditing.

+ Strong oral, written communication, and report writing skills.

+ Strong time management and organizational skills.

+ Strong problem solving and data analysis skills.

+ Demonstrated conflict resolution abilities.

+ Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment with minimal direction.

+ Comfort with public speaking, and basic presentation skills.

+ Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose—serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Benefits Summary

Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page (http://www.minneapolismn.gov/hr/benefits/WCMS1Q-066289) .

Insurance

Health insurance

Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design (http://cityofminneapolis.welcometomedica.com/page/61) with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.

Dental insurance

The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.

Life insurance

The city provides basic life insurance of one times your annual salary up to $50,000. You can elect to purchase optional life insurance.

Paid time off

Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements (http://www.minneapolismn.gov/hr/laboragreements/index.htm) .

Paid parental leave

City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.

Retirement

City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.

+ Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.

+ Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).

Transportation

Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:

+ Metropass: TheMetropass (http://www.minneapolismn.gov/hr/benefits/trans/benefits\_pre-tax-transit) program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.

+ Parking or Van Pool:The City of MinneapolisTransportation Benefits Plan (http://www.minneapolismn.gov/hr/benefits/trans/WCMS1P-113620) gives you options to pay certain commuting costs, such as qualified parking and van pool expenses, with pre-tax dollars.

Learning and development

To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine’s, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.

Other perks

Employees can also take advantage of flexible spending accounts, theEmotional Wellbeing Solutions (https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/departments/hr/benefits-wellness/) , health club discounts and more.

01

How did you find out about this position? (Select all that apply)

+ Recruiter

+ City of Minneapolis website

+ City of Minneapolis employee

+ City of Minneapolis job interest card

+ City of Minneapolis Career Opportunities Bulletin

+ Friend, family, or community

+ League of Minnesota Cities website

+ Diversityjobs.com website

+ Governmentjobs.com website

+ Indeed.com website

+ Minnesotajobs.com website

+ Minnesota Council of Nonprofits website

+ Other Website

+ LinkedIn

+ Twitter / X

+ Facebook

+ Other social media site

+ Newspaper

+ Other media

+ College or University

+ Community organization

+ Job Fair

+ Professional association

+ Site Visit

+ None of the above

02

Please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., website name, City of Minneapolis employee name, job fair, professional association).

03

Please indicate your highest level of education in the areas of policy and process analysis, finance, public administration, business administration, accounting or related field.

+ High School / GED

+ Some College

+ Associate's Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree

+ Other

04

How many years of experience do you have performing the duties similar to those listed in the job description?

+ None

+ 1 years but less than 3 years

+ 3 years but less than 5 years

+ 5 years but less than 8 years

+ 9 or more

05

Do you have experience working for local, state, or federal government?

+ Yes

+ No

06

Do you have any work experience in the following areas:

+ Project Management

+ Public Policy

+ Investigations

+ None of the above

07

Please briefly describe your work experience in project management, public policy, and/or investigations (as applicable).

08

Do you have any of the following certifications?

+ Project Management

+ Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

+ Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

+ Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP)

+ Certified Financial Services Auditor (CFSA)

+ Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA)

+ Certification in Control Self-Assessment (CCSA)

+ Internal Audit Practitioner Designation

+ None of the above

09

Please describe your level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

+ None

+ Beginner (Create a basic worksheet, work with cells/cell data by using a variety of moving and copying techniques, perform calculations by using formulas, change the appearance of worksheets using a variety of editing techniques.)

+ Intermediate (use Excel template and user-defined templates, sort and filter data, re-use and share data by importing and exporting, create advanced formulas and audit worksheets, etc.)

+ Advanced (Apply conditional formatting, add data validation criteria, create and edit macros, work with multiple workbooks to create a work space, etc.)

10

This position will require an extensive Minneapolis Police Department background check. Individuals who have been convicted of a felony crime will not be considered, including any prior thefts or other criminal convictions related to dishonesty. Will you be able to pass this background check?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

City of Minneapolis

Address

350 South 5th Street

Room 1

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55415

Phone

(612) 673-2282

Website

http://www.minneapolismn.gov/jobs

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