Job Description
Job application must be completely filled out
General Description:
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) is seeking an experienced Internal Audit Director to help lead a collaborative, riskbased internal audit function that strengthens governance, risk management, and internal controls across the agency.
Reporting to the Chief Audit Executive (Assistant Commissioner), the Internal Audit Director manages the daytoday operations of the Internal Audit Department by supervising professional audit staff, overseeing execution of the annual riskbased audit plan, and helping ensure audit activities are completed in accordance with applicable professional standards and departmental policies.
This position serves as a key member of the Internal Audit leadership team and works closely with the Chief Audit Executive to strengthen governance, risk management, and internal controls across the agency. The Director participates in risk assessment activities, strategic planning, quality assurance initiatives, and departmental performance measurement while supporting the department's continued growth and continuous improvement.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with strong governmental auditing experience, excellent communication skills, sound professional judgment, and a demonstrated commitment to developing people and building productive relationships throughout the organization.
General Duties and Responsibilities:
As the Internal Audit Director, you will:
Lead the daytoday execution of the agency's annual riskbased internal audit plan, ensuring projects are completed timely and in accordance with professional standards.
Supervise, coach, mentor, and develop a team of professional auditors by establishing performance expectations, providing feedback, and supporting professional growth.
Review audit workpapers, reports, and other audit deliverables to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance with departmental policies and professional standards.
Assist the Chief Audit Executive with risk assessment and annual audit plan activities, resource management, and departmental initiatives.
Build collaborative working relationships with agency leadership and management while maintaining the independence and objectivity of the Internal Audit function.
Monitor implementation of agreedupon corrective actions and communicate the status of significant audit issues to executive management.
Coordinate audit activities with external auditors and oversight organizations to promote effective audit coverage and minimize duplication of effort.
Coordinate the department's Quality Assurance and Improvement Program and contribute to continuous improvement of audit processes and methodologies.
Participate in strategic planning, departmental performance measurement, and future initiatives that enhance audit effectiveness through technology and innovation.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge Skills or Abilities:
The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to:
Apply Global Internal Audit Standards and Government Auditing Standards, riskbased auditing principles, and internal control concepts to improve organizational performance.
Lead, coach, and develop professional audit staff while fostering a collaborative and highperforming work environment.
Manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Analyze complex issues, exercise sound professional judgment, and develop practical, valueadded recommendations.
Build productive working relationships with executive leadership, management, and staff while maintaining the independence and objectivity of the Internal Audit function.
Communicate clearly and effectively through written reports, presentations, and interpersonal interactions.
Adapt to changing priorities, emerging risks, and organizational needs while supporting continuous improvement.
Demonstrate the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct.
Required InOffice Days:
This position is authorized for a hybrid telework schedule. Employees are required to work in the office three (3) days per week, with the remaining two days eligible for telework. Specific inoffice days may be determined by the department to meet business needs.
Military Crosswalk: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf
Qualifications
Required Minimum Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
Six (6) years of progressively responsible professional auditing experience, including financial, operational, compliance, performance, or information technology auditing.
Three (3) years of experience supervising professional staff and leading complex audit engagements.
Certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Preferred Qualifications
Preference may be given to candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:
Texas state government or other governmental internal auditing.
Supervising multiple auditors and managing concurrent audit projects.
Annual risk assessments and developing a riskbased audit plan.
Quality assurance and continuous improvement activities.
Experience with Teammate+ and data analysis tools.
Information technology auditing
Master's degree in a related field.
Additional professional certifications, such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).
Physical Requirements and/or Working Conditions:
Work is performed in a standard office environment and requires:
Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with occasional travel for meetings, training, and auditrelated activities.
The position requires regular use of a personal computer and standard office equipment, the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, and effective communication with agency leadership, staff, and external stakeholders.
Workforce:
Must be able to:
The Internal Audit Director is expected to:
Demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, and sound professional judgment in all work activities.
Foster a collaborative, respectful work environment while coaching and developing professional audit staff.
Build productive relationships with agency leadership and management while maintaining the independence and objectivity of the Internal Audit function.
Support continuous improvement by promoting innovation, professional development, and operational excellence within the Internal Audit Department.
Application Requirements:
A State of Texas application is required to apply. For more information on how to apply for this position, go to the Coordinating Board's employment opportunities website at https://www.highered.texas.gov/careers/ .
Notes to Applicant:
If you require any reasonable accommodation for the interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls to schedule your interview. This position has been designated as a security sensitive position. A criminal background investigation will be conducted on the final candidate for this position.
Your job application must be completely filled out. Your application must contain dates of employment, job titles, name of employer and a description of duties performed in a way that demonstrates you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Resumes do not take the place of the requirement to include this information on the application. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete.
Veterans Information: THECB is committed to hiring Veterans. To receive Veteran's Preference, a copy of the FORM DD214 member #4, must be attached when submitting your application.
Salary for this position will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
