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Job Title: SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR
Job Requisition ID: 48187
Closing Date: 08/12/2025
Agency: Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
Class Title: INTERNAL AUDITOR II - 21727
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,589 a month; Full Range $6,589 - $9,541
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME

This is a union position; therefore, all applicable provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement or labor contract are in effect.

To be considered for this position, all applicants must apply electronically through the official state employment website: illinois.jobs2web.com.

Applications submitted by email, mail, fax, or hand delivery will not be accepted or considered.

Why Work for Illinois? 
Working for the State of Illinois reflects a commitment to the core values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you're working to strengthen education, protect natural resources, or support families in need, you are contributing to something greater—making a meaningful impact on the lives of every Illinois resident.

No matter what type of state career you're seeking, we offer flexible opportunities designed to fit your life and schedule, along with the gold standard of benefits. State employees have access to numerous pathways for professional growth and career advancement.

Our comprehensive benefits and exceptional retirement packages make it possible to build not just a career, but a future, with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is seeking to hire an Internal Auditor to join our team. The Internal Auditor will interact with all levels of DCEO management in evaluating DCEO activities and programs for their impact on communities across the state for economic development and growth. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys helping an organization reach its goals, improve its processes, and comply with laws. This individual will possess the ability to analyze details and communicate results based on the analysis performed. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply.

Essential Functions
• Serves as senior auditor: Independently conducts complex, non-routine risk-based audits in all areas of the agency, including operational, financial, administrative, compliance, and technology programs by assessing the effectiveness of controls, adequacy of records, and efficiency of operations.
• Researches and identifies all applicable state laws, administrative rules, statutory mandates, regulations, policies, and procedures for each audit.
• Provides recommendations for enhancing internal controls, governance processes, and the internal audit function within the organization.
• Continues professional education through formal and in-house training
• Assists the CIA (Chief Internal Auditor) and DCIA (Deputy Chief Internal Auditor) in preparing policies and procedures to be used by the Office of Internal Audit.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications
• Requires a bachelor's degree with coursework in accounting, auditing, business management, computer science,
economics, public administration, or other related subjects.
• Requires four (4) years of professional auditing experience; or requires three years of professional auditing experience plus
completion of one of the following certifications: Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Public Accountant or Certified Information
Systems Auditor.
Preferred Qualifications
• Prefer one (1) or more years presenting oral and written reports to management.
• Prefer one (1) or more years of analyzing current business processes and suggesting solutions to improve them.
• Prefer one (1) or more years working with a government organization in helping management to improve the efficiency of their
operations.
• Prefer one (1) or more years identifying changes in the business environment regarding laws and regulations, alerting
management of those changes.

Conditions of Employment
• Requires an appropriate, valid driver's license.
• Requires the ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
• Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires obtaining a certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud
Examiner (CFE), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), within one year in this role.
• Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime, including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends.

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job
description.

About the Agency
The mission of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is to create equitable economic opportunities across the State of Illinois. By attracting and supporting major job creators, investing in communities, strengthening Illinois’ world-class workforce, fostering innovation, and ushering in the new clean energy economy, DCEO works to fortify Illinois’ reputation as a global economic powerhouse while ensuring Illinois is the best state to live, work, and do business.
Work Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Work Location: Springfield - 1011 South 2nd Street
Agency Contact: CEO.HR@illinois.gov (FOR INQUIRIES ONLY - INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE)
Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage is in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the
Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage is in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com– Click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of thewebsite.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication (s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
• donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com