Grant Audit Manager

SENIOR MANAGEMENT AUDITIOR / AUDITS OFFICE / SACRAMENTO HEADQUARTERS-

Please apply at https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=513552

The reporting location for this position is 715 P Street in Sacramento, CA. This position will work under the general direction of the Supervising Management Auditor. 

The Grant Audit Manager leads the Grant Audit Unit and oversees a team responsible for conducting in-depth management audits. This role ensures that administrative and operational controls, as well as contracts, comply with accepted internal control standards and safeguard Department resources. The Grant Audit Manager serves as the lead and subject matter expert on complex and sensitive audits, independently conducting audits of significant scope and risk to assess internal controls and improve compliance and efficiency. The position also keeps executive management informed of audit progress, implements policies and procedures, and monitors performance against the annual audit plan. This role provides technical guidance to audit staff by reviewing working papers, reports, and preliminary results to ensure audit objectives and professional standards are met. Responsibilities include advising on auditing standards, managing highly complex or confidential audits, and preparing or reviewing reports and memorandums to ensure clarity, completeness, and supporting evidence. The incumbent also serves as a subject matter expert for audit management software, providing technical assistance and training. In addition, the Grant Audit Manager performs supervisory and administrative functions, including monitoring staff performance, identifying training needs, administering leave and attendance, approving travel, and participating in recruitment and selection activities.

Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license is required. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.

Occasional travel may be required. 

CANDIDATES MUST APPLY TO THE POSITION ON CALCAREERS:

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=513552

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: 4/16/2026

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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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 Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

 Department of Parks & Recreation

Administrative Services Division

Attn: Classification & Hiring

715 P Street

Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

 Department of Parks & Recreation

Administrative Services Division

Classification & Hiring

715 P Street

Sacramento, CA 95814

Monday-Friday, excluding weekends and state holidays

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required 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.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please see "Special Requirements"

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.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position # 549-027-4161-002 and the Job Control # JC-513552 in the “Examination or Job Title for which you are applying” section on the STD. 678. 

Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.

Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

To be appointed you must satisfy one of the following requirements:

1. List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam for Senior Management Auditor. Click HERE for more information on how to apply for the exam. NOTE: Please refer to the exam bulletin for the frequency of administration of this exam.

1. Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).

1. Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).

In some special circumstances, candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position, but who do not have one of the types of eligibility listed above, may be hired. However, this is rare, and the preferred method of appointment is through eligibility as described above.

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.