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1 SAN ANTONIO HOUSING AUTHORITY Director of Internal Audit Salary $88, Annually Location San Antonio, TX Job Type Full-Time Department Central Office - Internal Audit Job Number Closing 2/17/ :00 PM Central Description The Director of Internal Audit serves as the Chief Audit Executive (CAE) for the Agency and provides independent, objective, assurance, and consulting services designed to add value and improve the Agency's operations. The CAE helps the Agency accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and government processes. This position reports functionally to the Finance (Audit) Committee and Chief Administrative Officer. JOB DUTIES Develop a comprehensive internal audit program to provide management with evaluations of the effectiveness of internal controls over accounting, operational, information technology and administrative functions. Prepare a flexible annual audit plan using appropriate risk-based methodology, including any risks or control concerns identified by the Board of Commissioners and

2 management, and submit that plan to the Audit Committee and Board of Commissioners for review and approval. Implement the annual audit plan, as approved, including, and as appropriate, any special tasks or projects requested by the Board of Commissioners and Maintain a professional audit staff, as approved, including, and as appropriate, any special tasks or projects requested by the Board of Commissioners and Maintain a professional audit staff with sufficient knowledge, skills, experience, and professional certifications to meet the requirements of the department. Establish a quality assurance program by which the CAE assures the operation of internal auditing activities. Perform consulting services, beyond internal auditing's assurance services, to assist management in meeting its internal control objectives. Examples may include facilitation; controls, best practices, and/or efficiencies to process design; training on internal control and risk management; and advisory services. Evaluate and assess significant merging/consolidating functions and new or changing services, processes, operations, and internal control processes coincident with their development, implementation, and/or expansion. Issue periodic reports to the Audit Committee and management summarizing results of audit activities. Keep the Audit Committee informed of emerging trends and successful practices in internal auditing. Provide a list of significant measurement goals and results to the Audit Committee. Assist in the investigation of significant suspected fraudulent activities within the Agency and notify management and the Audit Committee of the results. Consider the scope of work of the independent auditors, regulators, and the compliance function, as appropriate, for the purpose of providing optimal audit coverage to the Agency at a reasonable overall cost. Educate Agency personnel of all levels concerning the purpose and mission of the internal audit function, the audit process, and the expected outcomes, including reporting to management, the Audit Committee, and the Board of Commissioners. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's Degree required from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. A minimum (10) ten years of audit experience. Five (5) years in a supervisory or management capacity. Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License. Certified Internal Auditor.

3 PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. Certified Public Accountant, Certified Information Systems Auditor, or other related certification. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Ability to lead, influence and coach staff, peers and colleagues. Strong ability to assess inherent risk, control and detection risk. Excellent communication skills - good verbal, writing, and interpersonal skills. Strong background in internal control evaluation including preventative and detective controls. Thorough understanding of operational processes. Internal audit and / or operational risk management experience is essential. Strong ability to prioritize work. Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel Knowledge of cost efficiency and effectiveness principles and practices. Knowledge of risk assessment and internal control procedures and practices. Ability to analyze costs, data, trends, and other problematic areas related to operational areas. Ability to prepare, administer, and monitor budgets. Ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate elaborate information to reach sound conclusions and recommend effective solutions to complex problems. Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position. CORE COMPETENCIES The following personal attributes are considered essential requisites for effective performance of the holder of this position. Problem-Solving Expertise: Identifying and defining problems/goals including scope and sequence or priorities for attainment; selecting and implementing alternative solution strategies; and supervising resources, constraints, and contingencies. Influencing Capabilities: Actions designed to assure the achievement of identified objectives in this area of functional responsibilities; accurate analysis of situations with appropriate related follow-up and supervisory approach responses; effective management of interpersonal behavior and/or conflict; demonstrated high level of adaptability required to effectively manage diverse, changing, and even competing task expectations. Supervisory/Administrative Skills: Basic set of supervisory skills involved in the efficient administration of this function including directing, implementing,

4 motivating/communicating, and evaluation the services it provides for the organization. Planning Orientation: Demonstrated competency in operational planning processes; ability to understand, and commitment to integrate the contributions to be made through this function; assessing, allocating and supervising the use of resources (material, staff, capital) in a prudent and orderly manner; monitoring, measuring and taking corrective actions required to achieve targeted results. Positive Thinking & Attitude: Maintains a positive work environment by creating job motivation, remaining enthusiastic about taking on challenges, demonstrating an "I care" attitude, approaching others in a pleasant, happy, and upbeat manner, and always finding the positive aspect of a negative situation; ability to resolve conflict in positive ways. Communicates Effectively: Presents ideas clearly and influentially through various means; identifies/shares important information in a timely manner; appears knowledgeable and confident in communicating information. Work Ethic: Dependable and meets commitments by exhibiting willingness to put in extra hours or extra effort to get the job done. Available and presentable for work on a consistent and timely basis. Organization: Develops plans to achieve objectives by identifying resources needed, time allocations, and anticipated obstacles. Utilizes planning tools and methods for prioritizing, organization and following through. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Occasional lifting/carrying of 5 pounds Visual acuity, speech and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer keyboard and basic office equipment. Subject to sitting, standing, reaching, walking, twisting, and kneeling to perform the essential functions. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment. ETHICS As a public agency, SAHA is committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards. Applicants selected for employment are expected to perform work responsibilities with the highest degree of integrity, professionalism and honesty, to merit the respect of our coworkers, clients, partners, vendors and the general public. Applicants selected for employment are also expected to serve the public with dedication, concern, courtesy and responsiveness. DISCLAIMER The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to

5 contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This position specification is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this position specification at any time, without notice. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the San Antonio Housing Authority will make reasonable accommodation to the known disability of a qualified applicant or employee to enable people with disabilities to enjoy equal employment opportunities, if it would not impose an "undue hardship" on the operation of the employer's business. Agency San Antonio Housing Authority Address 818 S. Flores Street San Antonio, Texas, Phone Website

Senior Manager of Operations & Maintenance

GREENE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS invites applications for the position of: Senior Manager of Operations & Maintenance SALARY: $32.08 - $39.46 Hourly $2,566.40 - $3,156.80 Biweekly $66,726.40 - $82,076.80