Executive Director of Internal Auditing

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1 Executive Director of Internal Auditing System and Position Profile

2 POSITION AND SYSTEM PROFILE ///// Minnesota State invites applications and nominations for Executive Director of Internal Auditing The Executive Director of Internal Audit is the senior auditor responsible for managing and directing the Minnesota State Office of Internal Audit. This office provides independent, objective evaluation and consulting activities designed to add value to, protect, and strengthen Minnesota State and the 37 state colleges and universities. The role involves particular emphasis on assessing whether system programs operate in accordance with state and federal law, board policy, and system procedures. The executive director is a member of the chancellor s senior management team and reports to the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees, which is appointed by the Governor of Minnesota. Note: Limited in-state travel.

3 About Minnesota State Minnesota State is the largest single provider of higher education in the state. With 37 institutions, including 30 community and technical and seven state universities, Minnesota State serves 58 percent of the state s undergraduate student population. Students and employers alike count on Minnesota State to provide an extraordinary education. Our colleges and universities are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and many of the academic programs offered have received specialized accreditations. Our faculty, too, are credentialed, experienced, and dedicated. Governance Minnesota State s 15-member Board of Trustees is appointed by the Governor and has policy responsibility for system planning, academic programs, fiscal management, personnel, admissions requirements, tuition and fees, and rules and regulations. minnstate.edu/board Chancellor Under the direction of the Board of Trustees, the chancellor is chief executive officer of Minnesota State and is responsible for providing academic leadership to the system s 37 colleges and universities, ensuring effective and efficient management and operation of the system so that Minnesota State can meet the current and long-term educational needs of all Minnesotans. minnstate.edu/system/chancellor Strategic Framework Minnesota State colleges and universities play an essential role in growing Minnesota s economy and opening the doors of educational opportunity to all Minnesotans. To that end, we will: Ensure access to an extraordinary education for all Minnesotans Our faculty and staff will provide the best education available in Minnesota, preparing graduates to lead in every sector of Minnesota s economy. We will continue to be the place of opportunity, making education accessible to all Minnesotans who seek a college, technical, or university education; those who want to update their skills; and those who need to prepare for new careers. Be the partner of choice to meet Minnesota s workforce and community needs Our colleges and universities will be the partner of choice for businesses and communities across Minnesota to help them solve real-world problems and keep Minnesotans at the leading edge of their professions. Our faculty and staff will enable Minnesota to meet its need for a substantially better educated workforce by increasing the number of Minnesotans who complete certificates, diplomas, and degrees. Deliver to students, employers, communities, and taxpayers the highest value / most affordable option Our colleges and universities will deliver the highest value to students, employers, communities, and taxpayers. We will be the highest value, most affordable higher education option.

4 SERVING MINNESOTA ///// Employees and Bargaining Units The system employs more than 16,000 people, many of whom are represented by one of several bargaining units and personnel plans. The bargaining units include: Inter Faculty Organization Minnesota State College Faculty Minnesota State University Association of Administrative and Service Faculty American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Minnesota Association of Professional Employees Minnesota Government Engineers Council Middle Management Association Minnesota Nurses Association

5 Extraordinary Facts We serve 375,000+ students annually and more students of color, first-generation college students, and students of modest financial means than anyone else in the state, including: 63,500 Students of Color and American Indian Students 48,500 First-Generation College Students 84,000 Low-Income Students 95,000 Students Aged 25 or Older 10,000 Veterans and Service members We offer the lowest tuition in Minnesota. Our colleges and universities have 54 campuses that are conveniently located in 47 communities throughout Minnesota. We provide more than 3,700 academic programs, including nearly 600 offered entirely online. We award more than 40,000 degrees, certificates, and diplomas annually. 85% of graduates are employed in a field related to their degree program. Our colleges and universities produce more graduates for jobs in critical, high-demand fields such as health care and information technology than anyone else in the state. We employ more than 16,000 dedicated faculty and staff focused on student success. We provide essential training and specialized certification options for business, industry, and professionals throughout Minnesota. Diversity and Inclusion Minnesota State has made tremendous progress in the diversification of its workforce and student body: Women comprise fully one-half of those in senior leadership positions. One-third of the system s 30 presidents are people of color or American Indian, as are one-quarter of recently hired professional, managers, and administrators. One quarter of the students served across the state are students of color or American Indian students - a 61% increase over the past decade

6 SEARCH DETAILS ///// Qualifications»»» Bachelor s degree in an appropriate business discipline with an accounting emphasis» A minimum of five years of comprehensive audit experience in a complex business environment, preferably in a higher education, government service, or other similar environment Knowledge of Government Auditing Standards (GAS), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), and other recognized auditing and accounting practices with particular reference to government auditing and accounting Knowledge of advanced accounting and auditing techniques, concepts, terminology, and procedures Knowledge of, or the ability to research, federal, state, and local laws as well as other policies and regulations pertaining to audit processes Competence in information technology tools and resources related to directing the activities of the office Knowledge of survey techniques, methods of productivity analysis, and statistics Ability to apply governmental accounting and auditing principles, standards, methods and techniques Ability to analyze the adequacy of internal control systems Experience performing complex analytical examinations of governmental financial and operational data Demonstrated ability to exercise a high degree of initiative, judgment, and decision making with brief general direction Evidenced ability to prepare and deliver well-written, professional reports and presentations of comprehensive audits or complex non-audit projects A passion for and demonstrated commitment to diversity Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills Supervisory experience with a demonstrated ability to inspire, motivate, and professionally cultivate staff Preferred Qualifications Master s degree CPA, CIA, or CISA certification»»» Prior experience in higher education finance or internal auditing» Supervisory experience in an auditing department

7 Nominations, Inquiries, and Search Timeline CliftonLarsonAllen LLP, an executive search firm, is assisting Minnesota State with the Executive Director search. Application materials should include a cover letter, a current resume and five professional references. Priority consideration given to applications received by January 31, application materials to: Linda Rosso Executive Search Consultant CliftonLarsonAllen LLP linda.rosso@claconnect.com

8 30 East 7th Street, Suite 350 St. Paul, MN MinnState.edu Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.