Compliance Auditor – Jefferson County Position Available In Jefferson, Alabama

Compliance Auditor – Jefferson County The Personnel Board of Jefferson County Jefferson County, AL Job Details Full-time $79,289 – $122,990 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Qualifications Certified Fraud Examiner Mid-level Finance Master’s degree Public Administration Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Data analytics Business Administration Leadership Accounting Certified Internal Auditor Full Job Description

TARGET CLOSE DATE

05/16/2025

PAY GRADE:

Grade 30

TYPE:

Full time

JOB SUMMARY

Jefferson County is seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Compliance Auditor to ensure organizational adherence to internal policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations. This role involves conducting comprehensive audits of operational processes, including safety evaluations, to assess and enhance compliance efforts. The Compliance Auditor will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and executing audits; providing compliance support; and developing clear, accurate documentation and reports. The incumbent will also collaborate with internal departments, public stakeholders, and county officials to communicate audit findings, clarify processes, and promote transparency and accountability.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Jefferson County provides competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. The pay range for this job is listed below: Jefferson County $79,289 – $122,990 MINIMUM

QUALIFICATIONS

The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position: Driver’s license. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field. Auditing experience in a governmental or regulatory compliance setting to include identifying applicable laws and regulations, evaluating internal controls, conducting audits, and preparing audit reports to support risk mitigation, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The following are job-related qualifications deemed desirable by Jefferson County. These qualifications may be considered by the county when reviewing applications and inviting candidates to participate in subsequent steps in the selection processes. Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or a similar discipline. Experience leading or managing audit projects in a government or corporate setting. Experience designing and facilitating training programs related to compliance, auditing practices, or internal control frameworks. Proficiency in audit data analytics software to improve efficiency and reporting accuracy.

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES

Conducts regular audits of operational processes using various policies and procedures to identify areas for improvement ensuring compliance with regulations and recommending changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Creates audit schedules and plans by using various processes to ensure a comprehensive review of the organization’s risks and sufficient coverage of all relevant areas. Builds and sustains relationships with audit clients across all business units and at all levels of the organization by communicating with audit clients to ensure a clear understanding of audit processes, issues identified, project status, etc. Assists the compliance office in developing and implementing compliance programs and initiatives by providing guidance and support to departments to ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements. Maintains accurate and detailed records of audits, safety inspections, and internal controls throughout County departments by preparing reports on audit findings and presenting recommendations to management. Establishes and implements internal controls using appropriate guidelines to detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and other compliance risks within various departments. Stays updated with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards related to compliance and safety through professional development and independent research in order to ensure the County remains compliant with regulatory requirements. Serves as the primary safety compliance auditor, conducting safety inspections, reviewing safety reports, and recommending corrective actions in order to ensure that departments comply with established safety programs and protocols. Develops and delivers training programs to educate employees on safety and compliance best practices in order to promote a culture of safety and compliance throughout the organization.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job is primarily sedentary involving sitting for long periods of time, but may involve occasional walking or standing for brief periods. May involve occasional light lifting of items or objects weighing up to 25 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is conducted both indoors in an office setting, as well as during occasional field visits to County facilities including worksites. Work involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, digital camera, phone, copier, etc.

EEO STATEMENT

The Personnel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Each Merit System member city/agency operate its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website.

ACCOMMODATION

To request an accommodation in the application or hiring process due to your own ongoing medical condition or disability, please contact our Accommodations Coordinator at or phone at 205-279-3500 (select option 1) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The accommodation process is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or accommodation in the job application process.

NOTE:

This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply.

DISCLAIMER

This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.