DOC INTERNAL AUDITOR I

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Springfield, IL, US, 62702

Posiiton Title: Internal Auditor I

Job Requisition ID: 54631
Opening Date: 06/18/2026
Closing Date: 07/02/2026 11:59 p.m.
Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title: INTERNAL AUDITOR I - 21721
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,637/month; CBA Applies; Full Range: $5,637-$8,389/month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this positionMUSTapply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Corrections must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

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Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Corrections is looking for a professional Internal Auditor. The person selected for this position will independently conduct internal audits and prepare audit reports for review. Additional duties include assisting the supervisor by compiling and analyzing internal audit data, serving as an auditor on various assignments and audit teams as assigned, and participating in meetings and entrance and exit conferences with internal staff and other agency personnel throughout the duration of the audit. Overtime and travel are required as needed to discuss and perform audits. If interested in this opportunity, please apply according to the instructions listed on the job posting. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Essential Functions

• Independently conducts internal audits of simple and routine programs, as assigned.
• Prepares audit reports for supervisory review summarizing the results of the audit work detailing audit findings and making appropriate recommendations.
• Represents internal audits in meetings.
• Continues education through accredit professional training (CPE).
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree with coursework in auditing, business management, public administration, economics, computer science, accounting, or other related subjects.
• Requires completion of an agency's Internal Auditor Trainee program OR requires two (2) years of professional auditing experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers a Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Public Accountant, or the Certified Information Systems Auditor designation.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience working with a state agency's and/or similar type of organization's programs, policies and regulations.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience working with fiscal management principles and techniques.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience working with current auditing technology software programs such as TeamMate, Autoaudit, or Caseware.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience applying state laws, statutory mandates, administrative rules, regulations, policies and procedures when auditing an agency's functions and programs.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience working with governmental operations.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience analyzing information systems.

Conditions of Employment

• Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime.
• Requires a valid and current driver's license.
• Requires ability to travel occasionally to facilities throughout the state to conduct internal audits, perform audit functions, attend trainings, and participate in and/or hold internal audit meetings; overnight stays may be required.
• Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of position held, is prohibited.
• Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department.
• Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours: See below

8:30am-5pm Mon-Fri, Sat/Sun off

Headquarter Location: IDOC - 1000 E. Converse Avenue, Springfield, IL 62702
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Jamie Barrett
Email: Jamie.L.Barrett@illinois.gov

Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

Salary : $5,637 - $8,389