Posting Details

Position Information

Title
Director of Internal Audit #000040

Position Number
000040

Recruitment Range
$105,000-$110,000

Work Schedule and Hours

University business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. This position has a normal administrative workload that at times requires additional hours outside of normal business hours to meet key deadlines.

Full-Time / Part-Time
Full-Time

Months per Year
12 Months

Position Summary

The Director of Internal Audit administers the internal audit activity of the University by conducting audits of academic and administrative departments and activities and by developing a comprehensive, practical program of audit coverage for the University.

The Director of Internal Audit must understand and support the mission of a liberal arts institution and provide objective and professional evaluation of University operations to assist management in accomplishing their assigned responsibilities.

FLSA
Exempt

Required Education/Experience/Skills

Master's degree or a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related discipline, and four years of audit experience, or Bachelor's degree in any field and certification/licensure in one or more of the following: certified internal auditor, certified fraud examiner, certified information system auditor, certified public accountant, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education/Experience/Skills

• Professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE); or an advanced degree such as an MBA or related field.
• Significant experience leading internal audit functions within a complex, decentralized organization, preferably in higher education or government environments.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute risk-based audit plans and align audit activities with institutional priorities.
• Strong knowledge of accounting, auditing, internal controls, and applicable regulatory frameworks, ideally within a public higher education setting.
• Experience engaging with executive leadership and governing boards, including the ability to translate technical findings into strategic, decision-relevant insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, concise materials for senior leadership and boards.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Decision Making

Thorough knowledge of theories, principles, and systems design related to organizational governance, risk management, and internal controls.

Ability to compile, monitor, and examine a variety of large, complex data and exercise judgement in evaluating or interpreting results. Experience in managing confidential matters. Competency in recognizing complex and unique risks, weaknesses, or inefficiencies and developing resolutions and/or consulting with leadership to achieve resolution.

Authority

In accordance with University policy, can make all decisions necessary to carry out assigned projects and related internal audit and work programs to meet the audit objectives. May direct the activities of students or volunteers.

Communication

Uses proper oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Exchanges information using tact and persuasion, as appropriate. Effectively shares relevant information with assigned team and fosters dialogue as necessary.

Computer or other special needed

Excellent problem solving and analytical skills. Use advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business and audit-related software to conduct internal audit work as well as the extraction of relevant business data and its analysis.

Degree of independent action performed on the job

Able to work independently and with varying levels of management. Manage multiple projects or single projects in complex environments. Manage competing priorities.

Internal and external contacts required as part of the job

Interact appropriately with all levels of personnel, build good working relationships, and establish a network of organizational contacts. Understand the formal and informal departmental goals, standards, policies and procedures. Be sensitive to the interrelationship of both people and functions throughout the organization. Responsible for own professional development and contribute to the development of others.

Posting Detail Information

Special Instructions to the Applicant

All applications must be submitted online. Please include a Cover Letter and Resume.

Further inquiries may be directed to the Search Chair, Sarah Humphries, at [email protected].

Posting Number
E0569

Posting date
05/28/2026

Closing date

Open Until Filled
Yes