CHIEF INTERNAL AUDITOR

Job Requisition ID: 55359
BPIS: 10973

Opening Date: 04/17/2026
Closing Date: 05/15/2026
Agency: Department of Healthcare and Family Services
Class Title: CHIEF INTERNAL AUDITOR - 64325 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated starting salary $11,000/monthly; Full salary range $11,000 - $13,000/monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Term Appointment/ Agency

A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application.  Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview:

The Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Chief Internal Auditor to lead HFS’s comprehensive internal audit program. This executive role provides independent, objective assurance and advisory services that strengthen operations, enhance accountability, and support the agency in achieving its mission. The Chief Internal Auditor develops and implements the agency’s Annual Audit Plan, establishes internal auditing policies and standards, and applies a disciplined approach to evaluating risk management, internal controls, and governance processes. The successful candidate for this role will serve as a trusted strategic partner to senior leadership and act as the agency spokesperson on internal audit matters with the Governor’s Office, the Illinois General Assembly, the Auditor General, and other oversight bodies. This leader will guide and mentor professional audit staff, set priorities aligned with agency objectives, and ensure the integrity, transparency, and effectiveness of audit activities.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional who can navigate sensitive and complex audit issues, provide clear and actionable recommendations, manage resources and budgets efficiently, and champion a culture of excellence, continuous improvement, and proactive risk management across the agency through innovative audit methodologies.

HFS values employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents. 

Employees receive a robust benefit package including:

• Monday-Friday work schedule
• Flexible work schedules are available in many program areas. (Remote work may be an option for certain positions.)
• Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
• Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually.
• New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually.
• Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually.
• (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)

If you are seeking a new opportunity, and this position appeals to you, please apply today!

At the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), we value staff as our greatest asset. We work in a spirit of teamwork to help millions of Illinoisans access high quality healthcare and fulfill child support obligations to advance their physical, mental, and financial well-being. We provide healthcare coverage for children and adults through Medicaid and other medical programs, and we help ensure that children receive financial resources from both their parents through Child Support Services. The HFS Office of the Inspector General investigates, audits and reviews program activity to ensure the integrity of our programs is maintained.

HFS is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents.  It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement.  In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation. HFS is an equal opportunity employer.

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