Compliance Auditor - External Section

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Compliance Auditor - External Section. This position examines and evaluates conformity with state laws, federal regulations, and other compliance components through conducting performance and compliance audits, other engagements, special projects, and investigations. Review industry-specific rules, regulations, and statutes to determine compliance with the requirements, identify violations or discrepancies, and the type of remediation taken. Advise individuals and groups concerning regulation, inspection, and investigation findings; encourage voluntary action to correct problems. Perform planning, field work, and report the results to MDT administrators and program managers, consultants, contractors, grant recipients, and taxpayers. The External Section concentrates on contractors and grant recipient compliance. This position reports to the Chief Auditor and works closely with the Lead Compliance Auditor. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. *This rate of pay includes the $1.00 pay increase from House Bill 13 that will be effective 7/1/26.

For a full job description, please contact Alycia Gereg at agereg@mt.gov

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on first day of employment
• Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer
  
  

For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, information technology, or a closely related field.
• Compliance Auditor 2.1: One year of experience in audit, compliance, or related field.
• Compliance Auditor 2.2: Two years of experience in audit, compliance, or related field, with one year directly related to GAGAS.
• Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications.
  
  

This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of auditing standards and GAGAS standards.
• Demonstrate knowledge of State budgeting and accounting systems and other information systems.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex business structures, interrelated accounting systems, methodologies, and financial reports.
• Ability to interpret contracts/agreements, laws, rules, IFTA/IRP requirements, and regulations in a consistent manner and establish effective solutions to complex problems.
• Ability to form logical conclusions and appropriately document conclusions, identify critical information to solve problems and make recommendations.
  
  

Required Application Materials

• A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
• A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.
  
  

Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.”

If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.

Other Information

The successful candidate must pass a name-based background investigation as a condition of employment.

This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant, the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However, bargaining unit applicants will have preference.

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

MDT participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov.Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.