Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The CalSTRS Audit Services  Division is seeking a motivated individual to work as  an Associate Management Auditor i n the  Internal Audits  Unit .

CalSTRS delegated authority to Audit Services to perform audits in order to evaluate a school employer’s compliance with the Teacher’s Retirement Law. The mission of Audit Services is to provide independent, objective assurance through audit and consulting services designed to add value and improve CalSTRS operations. Audit Services assists CalSTRS in accomplishing its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, internal control and governance processes. Audit Services is an integral part of the accomplishment of goals and objectives established for CalSTRS operations and programs. Audit Services consists of Employer and Internal Audits, Data Solutions and Quality Assurance, and Operations.

The Internal Audit Unit provides risk-based and objective assurance, advice and insight to assist management in ethically, effectively and efficiently fulfilling their management responsibilities. The Internal Audit team executes an approved audit plan based upon an annual risk assessment, or as requested by the CalSTRS board and/or CalSTRS Executive Staff. The team performs audits of internal operations and will perform the following in accordance with its overall strategy: Provide objective assurance on the effectiveness of enterprise risk management activities to help ensure key business risks are being managed appropriately and that the system of internal control is operating effectively. Verify the existence of assets and recommend proper safeguards for their protection. Examines, evaluates and reports on the adequacy and reliability of existing internal controls. Assess compliance with state and federal laws, contractual obligations. policies and procedures and sound business practices. Review operations/programs to ascertain whether results are consistent with established objectives and whether the operations/programs are being carried out as planned.

Under the supervision of the Staff Management Auditor (Supervisor), the Associate Management Auditor (AMA) independently plans, conducts, and reports results of CalSTRS internal audits; and performs complex and difficult auditing assignments and projects. Audit work is performed in accordance with applicable State policies and procedures and the Global Internal Audit Standards (Standards). This position requires the ability to work independently to develop audit objectives, conduct preliminary surveys, prepare audit plans, and develop audit programs that achieve audit objectives of specific audits and special projects. This position may also receive direction from a Staff Program Auditor (SPA).

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

• Knowledge and experience in risk-based auditing and the Global Internal Audit Standards.
• Ability to plan and conduct internal audits.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, critical thinking, and time management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Ability to write clearly and concisely.
• Ability to prioritize and complete assignments timely.
• Ability to utilize various software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and TeamMate+.

Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.

In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025. This program reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits for the duration of the program. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the reduced amounts.

Does this opportunity seem right for you? If so, see the  Application Instructions  section below and apply now.

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Working Conditions

CalSTRS offers a hybrid approach including in-office and remote work solutions based on business needs.

All staff of CalSTRS are employees of the State of California and subject to California employment taxes and withholdings. Upon appointment, staff are required to provide a current California address to CalSTRS Human Resources to be used as a remote work location.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment with CalSTRS.

Special Requirements

Exam

This position requires a current Associate Management Auditor  examination . If you need to take the examination or if your score has expired, click here to gain list eligibility.

CalSTRS Personal Trading Program

Investment Branch employees are required to participate in the CalSTRS Personal Trading Program which allows CalSTRS to monitor employees’ personal trading transactions in order to reduce risks associated with insider trading, front running, and misusing material non-public information. Upon accepting a position within the Investment Branch, you will be required to disclose your personal broker account information and be required to utilize a personal broker from a designated list as provided by CalSTRS.

Background Investigation

Prior to employment with CalSTRS, a background investigation (BI) will be conducted. The BI consists of a  Personal History Statement and fingerprinting through the Department of Justice. The BI will check criminal and civil records and, if applicable, verify education and check driving records.

CalSTRS Disclosure Requirements

This position may be subject to disclosure and disqualification requirements concerning economic conflict of interest in government work, including the  Conflict of Interest Code that applies to CalSTRS team members and the  Political Reform Act , which require disclosure of certain investment information and use of a designated trading platform for securities transactions, as well as filing a  Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700) .

Incompatible Activities

This position is subject to the provisions of  Government Code Section 19990 . Upon accepting a position at CalSTRS, you will also be required to comply with the CalSTRS Incompatible Activities Policy by ensuring that outside work or activities are compatible and align with your professional activities or workplace obligations.

Benefits

CalSTRS offers a competitive pay schedule and a work-life-balance for all its employees. The State of California provides comprehensive benefits packages determined by the employee’s bargaining unit and conditions of employment. Some benefits include:

• Alternative work schedules
• Flexible work hours
• Remote work options
• Medical benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and a defined benefit retirement program
• More than four weeks of vacation/sick leave for leaders
• More than three weeks of vacation/sick leave for staff
• Health insurance in retirement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Loan forgiveness under the federal 

For the latest information on the benefits offered by the state of California, explore the Health Benefits Summary provided by CalHR .

ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

• Electronic applications through your CalCareer account are highly recommended.  If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail or drop off a hard copy of your application packet. Please provide the following information on your application: 815-103-4159-XXX, RPA 1161, JC-535433.
• If education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications, please submit a copy of your transcripts/degree.
• Training and Development (T&D) assignments may be considered for this position. If you are applying as a T&D, please indicate this in the eligibility section of your application.
  
• Candidate may be selected by application packet review only.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.
• Submission of an incomplete STD 678 may result in disqualification. 

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Remote work, Flexible hours

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