SENIOR MANAGEMENT AUDITOR

Public Utilities Commission · Sacramento County

Salary: $8,265 – $10,785 per month

Closes: 2026-11-11T00:00:00.000Z

Job description and requirements

Job Description and Duties Individuals interested in applying for this vacancy must have eligibility. If you are new to state service or need to gain eligibility to this classification, please Click here to open the examination bulletin and follow the instructions on “How to apply”. For this classification, applicants with disabilities may gain eligibility through the Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP), an alternative to the standard testing process. Click here to open the examination bulletin. Applicants may choose to apply through either the Standard or LEAP process. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Please be sure to follow all instructions for each process. Virtual interviews via web portals or phone may be offered as deemed appropriate and feasible by the hiring manager – standard in-person interviews will still be offered if conditions permit. Under the direction of the Supervising Management Auditor, serve as Auditor-in-Charge and conduct complex audits, advisory services, special reviews, and/or governance evaluations in dynamic environments where objectives may not be well-defined or processes are under development. Responsible for planning, organizing and conducting the sensitive, complex and technical management, operational, information technology, and financial risk-based audits independently to provide accountability to the State and to CPUC management regarding the efficiency and effectiveness of the various divisions and programs in carrying out the CPUCs mission and objectives; all audits will be performed with the goal of ensuring that all departmental assets are safeguarded and that all departmental risks are minimized. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements Prepare and submit a response for each question below. The SOQ should provide specific details and examples that clearly demonstrate how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the position. Refer to the job description and duties, and duty statement to prepare your response. Applicants who do not submit a completed SOQ and writing that exceeds the page limit will not be considered or scored. All information in the SOQ is subject to verification. The SOQ must be no smaller than 11-point Arial font, single-spaced, and no more than two pages. Please write your SOQ to address the following three questions: • Please describe your experience with conducting internal audits and ensuring compliance with the Global Internal Audit Standards (Standards). • Please describe your experience in performing risk-based audits, developing findings, and writing reports. • Please describe your experience with quality assurance review. For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ, please see the Work4CA guide. It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at www.jobs.ca.gov Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. An official transcript will be required prior to appointment. Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency by the application deadline. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at https://www.naces.org Employment information on the STD 678 state application MUST be complete with dates, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Resumes, or referring to resumes, will not be accepted in place of the completed STD 678. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD 678 will not be considered. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview. Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: • Logical reasoning. • Professional demeanor and appearance. • Knowledge of the Standards, laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to the field of internal auditing. • Ability to effectively produce formal, written reports with documented findings, conclusions, and substantive recommendations. • Ability to analyze problems, develop alternatives, and recommend appropriate course of action. • Ability to make timely and effective decisions. • The ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing, with a wide variety of external and internal sources and to appropriately represent the CPUC. • Preferable CPA, CIA, or CISA.
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Job Description and Duties

Individuals interested in applying for this vacancy must have eligibility. If you are new to state service or need to gain eligibility to this classification, please Click here to open the examination bulletin and follow the instructions on “How to apply”.

For this classification, applicants with disabilities may gain eligibility through the Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP), an alternative to the standard testing process. Click here to open the examination bulletin. Applicants may choose to apply through either the Standard or LEAP process.

The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Please be sure to follow all instructions for each process.

Virtual interviews via web portals or phone may be offered as deemed appropriate and feasible by the hiring manager – standard in-person interviews will still be offered if conditions permit.

Under the direction of the Supervising Management Auditor, serve as Auditor-in-Charge and conduct complex audits, advisory services, special reviews, and/or governance evaluations in dynamic environments where objectives may not be well-defined or processes are under development. Responsible for planning, organizing and conducting the sensitive, complex and technical management, operational, information technology, and financial risk-based audits independently to provide accountability to the State and to CPUC management regarding the efficiency and effectiveness of the various divisions and programs in carrying out the CPUCs mission and objectives; all audits will be performed with the goal of ensuring that all departmental assets are safeguarded and that all departmental risks are minimized.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Special Requirements

Prepare and submit a response for each question below. The SOQ should provide specific details and examples that clearly demonstrate how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the position. Refer to the job description and duties, and duty statement to prepare your response. Applicants who do not submit a completed SOQ and writing that exceeds the page limit will not be considered or scored. All information in the SOQ is subject to verification. The SOQ must be no smaller than 11-point Arial font, single-spaced, and no more than two pages.
Please write your SOQ to address the following three questions:
  1. Please describe your experience with conducting internal audits and ensuring compliance with the Global Internal Audit Standards (Standards).
  2. Please describe your experience in performing risk-based audits, developing findings, and writing reports.
  3. Please describe your experience with quality assurance review.

For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ, please see the Work4CA guide.


It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at
www.jobs.ca.gov

Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.


If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. An official transcript will be required prior to appointment.

Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency by the application deadline.
Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at https://www.naces.org

Employment information on the STD 678 state application MUST be complete with dates, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Resumes, or referring to resumes, will not be accepted in place of the completed STD 678. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD 678 will not be considered.

Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
  • Logical reasoning.
  • Professional demeanor and appearance.
  • Knowledge of the Standards, laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to the field of internal auditing.
  • Ability to effectively produce formal, written reports with documented findings, conclusions, and substantive recommendations.
  • Ability to analyze problems, develop alternatives, and recommend appropriate course of action.
  • Ability to make timely and effective decisions.
  • The ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing, with a wide variety of external and internal sources and to appropriately represent the CPUC.
  • Preferable CPA, CIA, or CISA.

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Applications close in 7 days, on November 11, 2026.

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This posting appears on CalCareers. CA Public Jobs first observed it on October 29, 2026. It was last verified open on November 4, 2026.

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