Audit Data Analytics Senior Manager

Do you possess excellent leadership qualities and foster an enthusiasm for the field of data sciences?  The Department of the Auditor General (DAG) is seeking a highly organized and detailed-oriented individual to join the department’s Bureau of Information Technology Audits (BITA) as an Audit Data Analytics Senior Manager.  This position is eligible for student loan forgiveness and provides excellent health, savings, and retirement benefits.  The biggest benefit of all is the positive impact you will create when you join our team’s mission to make Pennsylvania stronger by improving government accountability, transparency, and the effective use of taxpayer dollars!

As an Audit Data Analytics Senior Manager, you will be responsible for leading and driving the strategic direction of the department’s data analytics initiatives to enhance audit processes and decision-making.  This role oversees the development and implementation of advanced analytics strategies, including predictive modeling, data visualization, and the application of innovative tools and techniques to support audit objectives.  Primary responsibilities include spearheading the department’s data and analytics (D&A) plan, as well as ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of data used in audits. 

The Audit Data Analytics Senior Manager collaborates with various bureaus, such as the Bureau of Performance Audits, the Bureau of County Audits, and the Bureau of Liquor Control Audits to deliver actionable insights that strengthen audit outcomes.  By providing data-driven insights, this position ensures that the department’s analytics and data utilization are optimized for efficient and effective audit practices, thereby supporting the Department of the Auditor General in its mission of transparency and accountability. 

Work Schedule and Additional Information: 

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will be expected to work from home (telework) full-time.  You must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.  If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email.  Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Bachelor or Graduate degree in a Data Science or STEM field i.e. Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Business Analytics, Information Systems, or related field; and
• A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in supervising data analytics, business intelligence, or a related field, with a strong emphasis on applying advanced analytics techniques.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Any relevant data analytics certification.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Expertise in data analytics tools such as ACL, SQL, and PowerBI. 
• Experience with audit standards.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience working with SQL, Data Warehousing, Python, and Agile methodologies.
• Strong understanding of data engineering principles, data modeling, and BI tools.
• Fluency in statistics, data ingestion, and data processing.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports.  See hiring agency contact information. 

How to Apply:

• Your application must include transcripts and a resume.
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements.  Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.  Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. 

The Department of the Auditor General is committed to policies providing equal opportunity for everyone.  Accordingly, all employment decisions are made without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.  In addition, department employees are bound by a code of conduct that prohibits any form of harassment, including sexual harassment.

The Department of the Auditor General’s DEI program includes recruitment efforts focused on attracting a diverse population of qualified candidates.  We are invested in creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where both our present and prospective employees may be authentic.  We are dedicated to ensuring our internship and employment opportunities are accessible to all aspiring professionals within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.