Auditor 1, 2, or 3

Auditor 1, 2, or 3

Salary

$3,749.20 - $6,566.00 Monthly

Location

Baton Rouge, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

31/13700/AUDIT/10.23.26-LR

Department

DOTD-Administration

Division

Section 31

Opening Date

10/26/2026

Closing Date

11/9/2026 11:59 PM Central

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About this Job

Contract Auditing & Financial Compliance

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking an analytical, detail-oriented, and highly motivated Auditor 1-3 to join the Audit Section within the Office of Management and Finance. This position supports DOTDs financial accountability and regulatory compliance efforts by conducting financial, operational, and compliance audits of departmental programs, contracts, and external entities conducting business with DOTD.

The position is responsible for examining financial records, evaluating internal controls, reviewing contract costs and indirect cost rates, investigating potential discrepancies, and assessing compliance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and departmental policies. Audit activities include reviewing consultants, railroads, utilities, public entities, and other organizations receiving funding from or performing services for DOTD.

This opportunity is ideal for an individual who possesses strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, demonstrates excellent attention to detail, and can independently evaluate complex financial information. Applicants with experience in auditing, accounting, financial analysis, internal controls, regulatory compliance, contract administration, or governmental financial operations are encouraged to apply.

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:

https://dotd.la.gov/about/office-of-management-and-finance/human-resources/career-center/

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of experience in accounting or auditing; OR

Six years of full-time experience in any field plus twenty-four semester hours in one or a combination of the following: accounting, auditing, business, finance, management, economics, quantitative methods, or information systems; OR

A bachelor's degree with twenty-four semester hours in one or a combination of the following: accounting, auditing, business, finance, management, economics, quantitative methods, or information systems; OR

A bachelor's degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, management, economics, information systems, quantitative methods, or statistics; OR

A bachelor's degree plus a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Government Audit Professional (CGAP) designation; OR

An advanced degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, management, economics, information systems, quantitative methods, or statistics; OR

A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information

The duties listed below reflect the full-performance responsibilities of the Auditor 3 level. Assigned duties and the level of responsibility may vary based on the level at which the position is filled.

Job Duties:

• Conducts financial, operational, and compliance audits of consultants, railroads, utilities, and other entities conducting business with DOTD to determine compliance with contractual requirements, applicable regulations, and established accounting principles.
• Reviews financial records, contract proposals, cost documentation, and indirect cost rate submissions to evaluate the accuracy, reasonableness, and allowability of costs associated with DOTD contracts and federally funded activities.
• Examines financial and operational activities of public entities and quasi-public organizations to assess compliance with applicable federal requirements, funding conditions, and departmental policies and procedures.
• Performs audits of DOTD operations, transactions, records, policies, procedures, and internal control systems to evaluate financial accountability, operational effectiveness, safeguarding of assets, and reliability of reported information.
• Plans and executes audit assignments by researching applicable requirements, developing audit procedures, examining supporting documentation, preparing detailed workpapers, and documenting findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Conducts specialized audits, investigations, and reviews requested by Audit Section management, DOTD leadership, external auditors, investigative agencies, or federal funding authorities to identify discrepancies, evaluate compliance concerns, and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepares comprehensive audit reports and communicates findings, supporting evidence, and recommendations to management and other appropriate parties. May serve as Auditor-in-Charge on assignments involving multiple auditors.
• Coordinates with DOTD management, program personnel, federal funding representatives, external auditors, and officials of entities being audited to obtain information, resolve audit questions, discuss findings, and facilitate audit activities.
• Assists Audit Section management in evaluating existing audit procedures, developing and recommending improvements to audit policies and methodologies, and strengthening the effectiveness and consistency of departmental audit practices.
• Participates in professional development activities, conferences, workshops, and training to maintain current knowledge of auditing standards, regulatory requirements, and industry practices. Assists with disaster or emergency operations and performs other related duties as assigned.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: This position may be filled by probational appointment, promotion, or detail to special duty in accordance with applicable State Civil Service rules.

Career Progression: This position is part of a career progression group and may be filled at the Auditor 1, 2, or 3 level. The level at which the position is filled will be determined based on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Compensation: The following Special Entrance Rates (SER) apply:

• Auditor 1: $1,730.40 biweekly
• Auditor 2: $1,851.20 biweekly
• Auditor 3: $2,120.00 biweekly

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

• Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Michael R. Miesch

Audit Manager

225-379-1475

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Years Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veterans Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
• Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teachers Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

01

Are you a permanent LA-DOTD employee?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you a probational LA-DOTD employee?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you a current or former employee of the State of Louisiana?

• Yes
• No

04

If so, for which state agency(ies) do you/did you work, and during what time period(s)? If not, indicate "NA"

05

To ensure compliance with PPM #9, the DOTD Nepotism Policy, please list the names and relationships of any immediate family members whom LaDOTD currently employs. Please type "N/A" if there are no immediate family members.

06

Please list any professional certifications that you have, such as CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA, CGAP, etc. If you do not have any certifications, please submit N/A.

07

Which major city is nearest to your permanent residence?

08

Do you have twenty-four or more semester hours in one or a combination of the following: accounting, auditing, business, finance, management, economics, quantitative methods, or information systems? If you are using education to qualify for this position, attach a copy of your college transcript to your application.

• Yes
• No

09

If you answered yes to the previous question, please list each course using the format below: Course acronym and number - Course title - Credit hours - Institution Example: ACCT 2001 - Introductory Financial Accounting - 3 credit hours - LSU If not applicable, enter "N/A."

10

How many years of experience do you have in accounting and/or auditing?

Required Question

Employer State of Louisiana

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Phone (866) 783-5462

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