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The Position This is a limited continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 3/9/23, 4/6/23, 5/4/23, 6/1/23, 6/29/23, 7/27/23 (final) Effective June 18, 2023, a 4% COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment) will be added to the salary for this class. Under general supervision, leads, plans, schedules and oversees the work of Auditors while performing the same and/or more difficult and sensitive County-wide audit and attest duties as those being led; ensures completion of tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures; communicates policies, procedures and job expectations; and provides training to staff. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Principles and practices of organizational theory, including planning, organizational design, business finance, business development, project management, and organizational effectiveness Principles and practices of leadership, mentoring, and training Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, policies, and procedures related to accounting, audit and attest activities Operational characteristics, services, and activities of assigned programs and functions Various professional accounting and auditing standards such as the Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards (GAGAS) Professional accounting and auditing standards/guidelines established by the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), the California State Controller's Office and other regulatory agencies The Institute of Internal Auditors' (IIA) professional standard framework including: Code of Ethics, International Standards, and Practice Advisories Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards issued by U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Internal Control -Integrated Framework issued by Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) or Standards for Internal Control in Federal Government issued by GAO Accounting procedures and their application to a variety of accounting transactions Preparation of financial statements Methods and procedures of governmental budget preparation and control Financial schedules for external audit purposes Statistical methods, cost and revenue projecting, and cost allocation Applicable revenue and taxation codes Principles and practices of business law Current technology and trends in the profession English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation Office procedures, methods, and equipment including telephones, computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignment Ability to Lead and train professional and clerical staff on audit projects and activities Plan, coordinate, assign, and review the work of staff Provide work direction and instruction Organize and prioritize work efficiently to meet schedules and deadlines Research and evaluate work problems, and recommend solutions Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with others Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations Apply customer service skills, including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been met Analyze statistical and financial data Analyze laws, codes, regulations and technical material to determine impact on accounting functions, and propose solutions and procedures Participate in government contract and budget preparation and monitoring Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality of information Analyze and make effective recommendations regarding financial and accounting procedures and workflow Acquire subject-matter expertise in the area of work assignment including the federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations Discern accounting situations requiring policy and procedural determinations by superiors and discuss with other staff Use a personal computer, peripheral equipment, and various software, with emphasis on accounting applications Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with others Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor's Degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university in Accounting or Business Administration with a concentration in Accountancy; AND Two years of full-time, paid audit experience. Note: Possession of a current valid Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license from the State of California Board of Accountancy may substitute for the required bachelor's degree. Note: If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. General Qualifications Criminal History and Background Checks: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedures, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act. Driver's License: A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, shall be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working Conditions: Positions in this class may require the incumbents to: Travel to vendor sites and corporate offices in or out of the County to conduct audit activities. Probationary Period: The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: 7/27/2023 5:00 PM Pacific

Description: Division of Business & Financial Affairs Administrator II RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES: Reports fiscal improprieties and fraudulent activities, when discovered, to appropriate CSU and University Administrators and applicable state departments. Alerts the CSU Chancellor's Office of potential findings that challenge the adequacy of a system-wide policy or indicate a risk or concern that may have systemic implications. Works cooperatively with CSU Chancellor's office regarding acceptance of the appropriateness of the University's responses and actions. Maintains an understanding of CSU System and CSU Channel Islands financial systems and operations and participates in the development of new processes or projects as assigned by supervisor. Oversees campus internal audits, prioritizing and scheduling reviews and audits by risk factor which can include whistleblower complaints, investigative audits, compliance audits, and management reviews. Submits scheduled audits and reviews to the President and Vice President for Business and Financial Affairs (AVP for Administrative Services on an interim basis) for approval, including audits and reviews required to be performed annually, audits and special reviews as directed by the President or VP, Division of Business and Financial Affairs, and audits and reviews identified based on level of risk associated with the operation of University departments. Reviews external audit reports of other CSU campuses, determines possible impact to CSU Channel Islands, and issues recommendation to minimize adverse impacts to campus. Acts as liaison with external auditors, including coordinating and organizing checklists, responses, and documents requested by auditors in preparation for the audit; scheduling and organizing entrance, exit, and interim conferences during the audit; coordinating responses to requests for additional documentation; and reviews audit reports prior to formal release. Coordinates responses to audit findings and tracks the completion of the findings. Provides expert leadership and direction to University departments, units, or programs regarding their resolution of audit findings. Manages the University's response to findings and related documentation to ensure the integrity and completeness of corrective actions. Responsible for internal control and business process support to the campus and auxiliary organizations. Provides support to external auditors, as assigned (i.e., CSU Office of University Auditor, California Bureau of State Audits, State of California Department of Finance, and other federal or state agencies). Ensures internal audit program activities comply with the Institute of Internal Auditors' Code of Ethics and International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (Standards). Issues quarterly progress reports summarizing the results of engagement activities. Performs other related duties as requested by the VP, Division of Business and Financial Affairs to support the mission of the Division of Business and Financial Affairs. Takes an active role in helping to embed the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of University work, in every division, and participates at least once annually in professional and/or leadership development opportunities that will contribute to campus efforts to advance racial and social justice in and through education at CSUCI and beyond. REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Designation as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and/or a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business, accounting, finance, or a related field is required; a master's degree or the equivalent in business, accounting, finance or related field is preferred. Substantial internal audit and audit management experience with increasing levels of responsibility, demonstrated knowledge of and ability to implement best practices, and a strong grasp of risk-based auditing. Relevant experience in one or more tightly regulated industry sectors and with complex and decentralized business environments. Outstanding leadership skills and documented capacity to serve as a member of senior management and to affect change in institutional culture and operations in a decentralized, multifunction environment. Ability to lead and manage a comprehensive, dynamic, and proactive program of independent internal auditing, consulting, and training in risk identification, assessment, and control. Ability to design a comprehensive, risk-based audit plan that identifies and assesses key processes and procedures across a complex enterprise with multiple missions and many internal and external stakeholders. Ability to assist in the design and implementation of a program that will serve as the basis for determining the campus' effectiveness in achieving its operational, financial reporting, and compliance objectives. Strong understanding of internal control with a thorough working knowledge of the concepts embodied in the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Professional Practices Framework. Outstanding written and oral communication skills coupled with the ability to assess the practicality and applicability of recommended solutions to problems encountered. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment. Hiring Range: $7,000 - $9,200 per month Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: Working Title Whistleblower and Compliance Officer Administrator Level This position is an MPP I in the California State University Management Personnel Plan (MPP), reporting to the Associate Vice President of Human Resources (AVPHR). SF State University San Francisco State is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager. Applicants may visit titleix.sfsu.edu for more information on SF State's policy prohibiting discrimination, and how to file an online report using the procedures under Executive Order 1096 Revised. Inquiries can be directed to the campus Title IX Coordinator and Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Administrator by calling (415) 338-2032 or emailing vpsaem@sfsu.edu. San Francisco State is a 100% Smoke/Vapor-Free Campus. Smoking or Vaping of any tobacco/plant-based substance is not permitted on any University properties. The person holding this position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. This position may be a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position may be required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission. Department Office of Human Resources Appointment Type At-Will Time Base Full-Time (1.0) Work Schedule Monday through Friday; from 8:00am to 5:00pm Anticipated Hiring Range $7,084.00 - $7,500.00 Per Month ($85,008.00 - $90,000.00 Annually) Salary is commensurate with experience. Position Summary Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Human Resources (AVPHR), the Whistleblower and Compliance Officer serves as SF State’s designated Campus Officer for Whistleblower complaints and direct point of contact for employees, students, visitors, contractors, 3rd parties. The Whistleblower and Compliance Officer is responsible for conducting independent investigations related to Whistleblower-related complaints pursuant to California State University (CSU) Executive Order policies and procedures; responds to requests for information from state and/or federal agencies related to the Executive Order; advises, evaluates, and interfaces with students, faculty, and staff, as well as departments, colleges, and administrative divisions, on Whistleblower related matters. The Whistleblower and Compliance Officer, develops, organizes, and facilitates, training activities for all constituencies of the University community; and coordinates with administrative stakeholders. The Whistleblower and Compliance Officer will strategically identify important themes and share recommendations with AVPHR. The individual will develop and document Whistleblower Program protocols and prepare reports for the AVPHR Additionally, the position oversees specific HR compliance policies and programs. Compliance areas of responsibility include; assisting with developing strategy for effectiveness of HR practices and compliance; organizing and tracking the implementation of HR processes, provide reports of university compliance completion and the distribution of appropriate Technical Letters to departments regarding CSU Compliance. Provides consultative assistance to University management and departments (including auxiliary organizations) to assess and improve administrative operations. Position Information Whistleblower Investigations and Management: Serve as the campus administrator for Whistleblower complaints, ensuring compliance with California Legislature, California State University and SF State polices and standards. Prepare annual Whistleblower Communication to Campus constituencies as well as reporting to California State Auditor’s Office. Conducts independent investigations of assigned whistleblower complaints. Assists in developing and documenting Whistleblower protocols; Adheres to the CSU Whistleblower complaint process; Conducts inquiries into possible violations of executive order, rules and regulations for all matters that fall within the Whistleblower Program's authorities and responsibilities; Develops and implements investigative plans for investigations and projects; Responds to complainants within prescribed timelines; Maintains records relating to investigations; Gathers and analyzes information, documents and/or other evidence required; Makes recommendations to the AVPHR, and other appropriate parties as needed, regarding actions that should be taken to address identified violations; Develops and presents written documents that include reports of investigation and memoranda to management; Develops and presents oral briefings for management and/or other Campus Executives regarding findings and the status of complex and/or sensitive investigations; Evaluate audit results from management’s perspective, even when defined criteria or standards do not exist Elicit information from knowledgeable internal/external sources about areas and functions to determine Compliance Management: Collaborate and Coordinate with the AVPHR to develop strategy for employee engagement, risk mitigation, process improvement, operational efficiency and effectiveness of HR practices and compliance. Responsible for implementing, and monitoring HR Compliance Policies, Programs and Training to include but not limited to the following areas: Participate in various committees or task forces related to policy/procedure development and operational improvements Identify and track potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develops/implements corrective action plans for resolution of problematic areas. Collaborate with the Chancellor’s Office and campus stakeholders to develop and provide training to administrators to promote awareness of internal controls, business risks, fraud and other related topics. Manage compliance outcomes Provide advice and problem-solving services related to HR compliance issues. Determine best practices to achieve programmatic goals and implement program policies that are required. Track, report and ensure mandated/required trainings, directives, procedures and policies are in compliance. Coordinate work with University Counsel and Enterprise Risk Management as appropriate Utilize CSU Learn (Subtotal Learning Management System) to include but not limited to: obtain Annual Campus Compliance Reports and other related compliance reports to review detailed status of completion. Collaborate with the Equity Programs and Compliance to promote compliance specific with their areas assist with answering inquiries regarding HR compliance trainings create courses, workshops or assignments as needed for the effective delivery of trainings Utilize Smartsheets to review overall status of compliance trainings. Submit a status of employees on leave to the Chancellor’s Office to omit them from the annual campus reports. Attend the Chancellor’s Office CSU Learn meetings. e.g., Deep Dives, Task Force. Other Duties as Assigned Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university, with strong preference given to and/or a Master’s degree in Business, Human Resources, or closely-related field will be considered. At least 3-5 years managing compliance programs Excellent knowledge of University and/or Compliance and Regulatory requirements, including policies, practices and state and federal laws. Demonstrated ability to research and analyze data and use data to develop findings and formulate policies and procedures Demonstrated adaptability and ability to work strategically, meet deadlines and objectives and juggle multiple demands in a fast-paced, multi-task work environment Strong skills in negotiation, relationship building, problem solving and timely problem escalation Demonstrated ability to work effectively across organizational lines in a diverse work environment Excellent written and oral communication skills Excellent time management and organization skills Detail oriented but able to quickly grasp the big picture Proficient in MS Office and the use of relevant business information and computing systems Preference for experience in higher education with an understanding of a unionized environment Minimal travel required Pre-Employment Requirements This position requires the successful completion of a background check. Eligibility to Work Applicants must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, within three business days from their date of hire. Benefits Threaded through our Total Compensation package is a commitment to Bridging Life's Transitions. SF State is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues, students and the customers we serve. We offer a competitive compensation package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension, 401k, Healthcare Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Vacation and Sick Leave as well as State Holidays and a dynamic Fee Waiver program, all geared towards the University's commitment to attract, motivate and retain our employee. Employment Requirement CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to hr@campus.edu . Additional Information SF STATE IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (i.e. H1-B VISAS). Thank you for your interest in employment with California State University (CSU). CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. Because of this, CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California with very limited exception. While this position may be eligible for occasional telework, all work is expected to be performed in the state of California, and this position is assigned to on-campus operations. The Human Resources office is open Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and can be reached at (415) 338-1872. Please note that this position, position requirements, application deadline and/or any other component of this position is subject to change or cancellation at any time. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled