Job Description

The internal auditor serves as the internal auditor for the office of the Commissioner of Higher Education (OCHE) and as a shared services internal auditor for other participating higher education institutions within the Utah System of Higher Education. The incumbent will assist with OCHE and participating institution annual risk assessments, perform internal audits prioritized by Board of Higher Education, and work collaboratively with OCHE and participating institution senior staff.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL

FUNCTIONS

Performs duties as specified below:Performs internal audits for OCHE and other participating higher education institutions. Researches applicable measurement standards--including state statute, policy, and best practice--for each audit. Evaluates institution adherence to applicable measurement standards. Works collaboratively with participating institution presidents and staff to conduct special projects, as needed. Assists with an annual risk assessment of OCHE and participating institutions. Follows up on external audits of participating institutions. Assists with regular internal controls training at participating institutions. Maintains positive working relationship with the audit committee, system office staff, and institution staff.

CORE

CHARACTERISTICS

Integrity- Ability to protect confidential information, loyal to co-workers and business partners. Works to prevent mistakes, and if mistakes are made, takes responsibility and acts quickly to correct it. Collaboration- Shares information and expertise, is willing to coach and to be coached. Puts personal agendas aside to achieve the larger goal. Self-Discipline- Consistently sets and achieves individual goals. Shows self-discipline by the way they conduct themselves. Reliability- Possesses the trait of reliability, they are dependable and trustworthy. Accuracy- Perform work accurately and thoroughly.

Reasonable Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER

OCHE has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and primary duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and OCHE reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as OCHE may deem appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications

Equivalency Statement:

One year of education can be substituted for one year of related work experience.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, public administration, economics, law, information systems, or related field or equivalency is required. Master's degree in business, finance, accounting, public administration, economics, law, information systems or related field is preferred. Professional certification (CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE) is preferred.

Experience:

+2 years of professional experience working in a related field is required. Professional experience in higher education in higher education is preferred.

Skills and Knowledge:

Understanding and practical application of Internal Auditing standards and principles. Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to independently complete tasks with accuracy and in a timely manner. Excellent interpersonal skills that provide the ability to establish and maintain effective professional working relationships with system and institution staff. Ability to accurately document audit evidence and persuasively write audit results. Ability to work independently, make decisions, and formulate recommendations based on logical reasoning, taking costs and benefits into consideration.

Preferences

Type

Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.



The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.



All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu



https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

Posting Specific Questions

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Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

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Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Document Description for More Information - Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only

Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Description for More Information - Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) - Veteran Only

Open Date

11/20/2025

Requisition Number

PRN43652B

Job Title

OCHE Internal Audit

Working Title

Internal Audit

Career Progression Track

F

Track Level

FLSA Code

Professional

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

No

Standard Hours per Week

40

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time

Shift

Day

Work Schedule Summary

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

VP Area

President

Department

01379 - USHE Commissioner

Location

My529 Downtown SLC

City

Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

External Posting

Pay Rate Range

$65,000 - $80,000 DOE

Close Date

02/20/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)