What are the responsibilities and job description for the Auditor (Analyst) position at City of Kansas City?
Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule
Full-time position available with the City Auditor's Office - Financial Audit Division
Work Location: 414 E 12th St
Salary Range: $4,711-$7,067 per month
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Application Deadline Date: October 12, 2026
About Us
About the City Auditor’s Office
The Office of the City Auditor is an independent office established by the City Charter. We conduct objective audits and evaluations of city programs, services, and operations to promote accountability and the responsible use of public resources. Through our audits and public reporting, we provide reliable information that helps improve city services and supports informed decision making. Our work is guided by independence, integrity, and public service.
Responsibilities
What You'll Do:
- Assists with developing, scoping, planning, and conducting audits, investigations, and performance reviews.
- Gathers, organizes, researches, and analyzes quantitative and qualitative data from multiple sources.
- Evaluates programs, operations, policies, and processes to identify trends, risks, efficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
- Synthesizes information from diverse and sometimes competing sources to develop objective, fact-based conclusions.
- Reviews records, reports, financial information, and supporting documentation to assess performance and compliance.
- Identifies key findings and develops recommendations based on research, analysis, and evidence.
- Prepares clear, concise, balanced, and well-supported reports, memoranda, presentations, and other written materials.
- Presents findings, recommendations, and analyses to management, elected officials, and other stakeholders.
- Collaborates with City departments, staff, and external parties to obtain information and support audit and investigative activities.
- Conducts interviews, research, and data collection activities to support projects and assessments.
- Maintains project documentation, work papers, and records in accordance with established standards and procedures.
- Works independently and as part of a team to complete assignments and meet project timelines.
- Upholds confidentiality, objectivity, professionalism, and a high degree of integrity in all work performed.
- Performs related duties as required.
Qualifications
REQUIRES:
- An accredited Master’s degree in public or business administration, urban or regional planning, economics, organizational psychology/development, project management, or geography
- OR an accredited Bachelor's degree and 1 year of professional experience in public or business administration, corporate/municipal finance, research, accounting, planning, project/program management or geographical information system analytics.
Other Information
Military veterans encouraged to apply
Why You'll Love Working with Us – Core Employee Benefits (Benefits offered to all permanent employees unless otherwise specified)
Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.
Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays—with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.
Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.
Support for Life’s Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.
Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses—invest in your future while you work.
Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.
Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.
Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.
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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION
Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.
In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City’s Applicant Tracking System.
Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.
If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.
The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy
The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org.
If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans’ points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during “wartime” and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code § 4211).
Salary : $4,711 - $7,067