Position Description

The City Auditor position is newly created, resulting from the recently amended Minneapolis City Charter providing for an independent City Auditor's Office in charge of audit services for the City's operations.

The City Auditor is an appointed position that is responsible for providing independent, objective assurance and consulting services to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the City’s operations. In addition to these audit functions, the Office of City Auditor is envisioned to serve as the professional arm of the City Council to assist in the performance of its legitimate legislative, policymaking, and oversight functions. The City Auditor oversees, organizes, plans, and directs the operations of the Office of City Auditor, which encompasses the following divisions: Audit, and Policy and Research.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

The City Auditor is specifically tasked by the City Charter with the following:

• Performing risk-based independent, objective assurance and consulting services.
• Investigating alleged abuse, fraud, or waste involving the City’s resources.
• Monitoring and assuring compliance with the City Charter, ordinances, and other applicable law.
• Monitoring and assuring adherence to sound audit practices applicable to municipalities, which the Auditor designates with the audit committee's approval.
• Providing non-partisan research and support to the City Council.
• Performing metrics-based evaluations of City policies and programs.

Major responsibilities of the City Auditor include:

• Oversee the Audit and Policy & Research divisions of the Office of City Auditor.
• Provide direction, coordination, and management of the Office of City Auditor, including: establish business plans, goals and objectives; determine structure, service levels, and operating systems; direct operations; develop and enforce policies; evaluate performance; and exercise final authority for programs, functions, and services.
• Assume final accountability for all work product of the Office of City Auditor.
• Represent the Office of City Auditor in contacts and communications with local, state, and federal officials and government agencies, businesses, public sector organizations, news media, and the general public.
• Partner with City departments in support of City goals and initiatives.
• Preserve the independence and integrity of the Office of City Auditor and its functions.
• Consult with and advise the City’s elected officials, department heads, boards and commissions, and others on matters that are within the purview of the City Auditor or the Office of City Auditor.
• Act as the primary advisor to the Audit Committee, ensuring development of its members, and assisting in coordinating successful interactions and relationships for the Audit Committee with elected officials, department heads, and others within and outside of the City enterprise.

Required Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Public Policy, or an equivalent field. An advanced degree is preferred.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

At least eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in conducting and coordinating audit activities in a complex organization, including at least four (4) years of supervisory or managerial experience.

EQUIVALENCY: An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position may be considered.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Candidate must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).

You must attach an updated resume to your application.

BACKGROUND CHECK:
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The City of Minneapolis desires to hire a City Auditor with an innovative and visionary mindset, strong leadership skills, and the ability to inspire, encourage, and motivate others to achieve goals. The City Auditor will be able to quickly establish positive working relationships and look for opportunities to challenge and develop staff, as well as provide mentorship and guidance without micro-managing. Additional desired capabilities include:

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  Strong knowledge of audit standards (red/yellow book) and industry best practices.
• Thorough knowledge of principles of public policy/administration, structure and functions of municipal government, and legislative and political processes.
• Knowledge of strategic planning, process improvement methodologies, and issues management.
• Able to make sound decisions, including gathering and interpreting data, conceptualizing ideas, and drawing logical conclusions based on facts.
• Ability to plan, organize, and implement work activities and meet imposed deadlines.
• Able to navigate effectively in a complex political environment and to influence outcomes which have major policy and/or operational ramifications for the enterprise.
• Able to establish and sustain productive, professional relationships with elected and appointed officials, executives, and various constituencies regardless of personal or political values; to exercise tact, diplomacy, and discretion in personal interactions.
• Exemplary communication skills with the ability to explain complex issues effectively, clearly, and concisely in both verbal and written forms.

Benefits Summary
Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being.

Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page.

New 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave.
City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.

Insurance
Health insurance
Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.

Dental insurance
The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.

Benefits
Paid time off
Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements.

Retirement
City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.

• Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.
• Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).

Transportation
Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:

• Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.
• Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs-such as qualified parking and van pool expenses-with pre-tax dollars

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Learning and development
To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.

Other perks
Employees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program (Download PDF reader), technology discounts and more.