Title: Director, Internal Audit

Department: DT Internal Audit

Campus Location: TCCD District Offices

Employee Classification: APT - Administrative

Position Type: FT - Regular

Grant Funded: No 

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Compensation Details:  Starting Pay - 132,900.00; Commensurate with education and experience

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm. Flexibility is required, as occasional evening and weekend hours may be necessary based on department needs.

Remote Eligible: This position is not eligible for remote work

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Job Summary:

This role is responsible for leading the internal audit function in a co-sourced model, coordinating with external audit professionals and overseeing the internal audit team. The position's primary responsibility is to develop and execute an annual Audit Plan approved by the Board of Trustees, to conduct and oversee audits, reviews, and management advisory projects from planning to reporting. This role collaborates with all levels and groups of management and employees within Tarrant County College (TCC) including administrators, faculty, and staff.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Performance Requirements*
⦁ Selects and oversees external auditors based on risk and complexity and establishes the scope of the audit and the approach to be applied; manages relationships with co-sourced audit vendors and coordinates with external audit professionals
⦁ Ensures TCC audit policies, processes, and procedures comply with the latest internal audit standards; ensures TCC financial controls comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as TCC policies
⦁ Identifies and evaluates risk areas for the development of the annual Audit Plan via an annual risk assessment; presents and submits the annual Audit Plan to the Board of Trustees for review and approval
⦁ Develops and monitors the Internal Audit function budget in collaboration with the General Counsel
⦁ Conducts special investigations, reviews, or studies as requested by the Board of Trustees, the Chancellor, or the General Counsel
⦁ Meets with the Chancellor and Board of Trustees Audit Committee on a periodic basis in accordance with TCC policies and procedures to review audit priorities, results, and recommendations
⦁ Plans, conducts, and oversees audits, reviews, and projects to evaluate controls, operational efficiencies, and compliance with policies, procedures, regulations, and best business practices
⦁ Drafts and/or edits audit reports and memos; reviews and evaluates audit findings, formulates, and presents formal recommendations to TCC staff regarding recommended changes in procedures and internal control mechanisms
⦁ Conducts follow-up audits to ensure that recommendations have been implemented and are effective
⦁ Promptly reports any known or suspected fraud, illegal activities, or material breaches of contract or grant agreements to the General Counsel, the Chancellor, the Board of Trustees, and/or other relevant administrative leaders
⦁ Manages TCC's Ethics and Compliance Hotline

General Supervision and Management
⦁ Provides leadership and oversight for departmental activities, including workforce planning, performance management, process improvement, budgeting, and resource allocation
⦁ Focuses on achieving departmental and organizational objectives through effective management of people, programs, and operations
⦁ Leads through supervisors and professional staff by establishing priorities, supporting accountability, and developing team performance

Service Excellence
⦁ Participates on behalf of the College in external community organizations and associations as assigned to support the essential performance requirements
⦁ Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite
⦁ Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC)
⦁ Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College

Supervision
Works under the general supervision of the General Counsel with a dotted-line relationship to the Chancellor and the Board of Trustees

*Performs Other Related Tasks as Required

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

⦁ Bachelor’s degree and seven (7) years’ working experience related to the Essential Performance Requirements; or any equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
⦁ Three (3) years of experience supervising direct reports, including assigning work, managing performance, coaching employees, and supporting employee development
⦁ Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
⦁ One (1) years’ working experience conducting financial, operational, compliance, and investigative audits

Preferred Qualifications:

⦁ At least three (3) years' working experience in auditing in a higher education or governmental setting
⦁ At least one (1) years’ working experience applying or interpreting National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO) guidelines, Association of College & University Auditors (ACUA) guidelines, Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS, Yellow Book), and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Global Internal Audit Standards
⦁ At least one (1) years' working experience using data analytics and automation tools in an auditing environment, including computer-assisted audit techniques (CAATs), Audit Command Language (ACL), data visualization platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, or Qlik), robotic process automation (RPA) tools (e.g., UiPath or Automation Anywhere), or cloud-based analytics platforms (e.g., AWS or Azure)
⦁ At least one (1) years' working experience applying machine learning and artificial intelligence to predictive auditing and advanced risk assessment
⦁ At least one (1) years' working experience managing co-sourced audit engagements or functions and using audit workpaper management systems

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

⦁ Knowledge of internal auditing standards, professional practices, and ethical requirements
⦁ Knowledge of audit methodologies, including audit planning, risk analysis, fieldwork, workpaper documentation, evidence evaluation, and reporting
⦁ Skilled in delivering high-quality customer service and building effective interpersonal relationships, including strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills
⦁ Skilled in using computer applications and enterprise systems, including the Microsoft Office suite and the Microsoft 365 platform
⦁ Ability to analyze data, evaluate risks, and develop sound recommendations based on applicable policies, procedures, professional standards, and regulatory requirements
⦁ Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly, ensuring accurate and timely completion, while exhibiting strong attention to detail and organization
⦁ Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in collaborative environments, engaging with faculty, staff, and external stakeholders
⦁ Ability to maintain a high level of diplomacy and tact, ensuring confidentiality and discretion with sensitive and confidential information

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds unassisted, or up to 25 pounds with the assistance of other employees or equipment as appropriate. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Accommodation/EEO Statement:

Tarrant County College is committed to providing equal access to its employment process. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants who need an accommodation to participate in the application, interview, assessment, or selection process. To request an accommodation, contact The Office of Human Resources via email at HRemployeerelations@tccd.edu.