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DIRECTOR OF INTERNAL AUDIT Number of Openings: 1

Institution: Cleveland State
Community College

Department: Internal Audit

Reports to: President of the College Campus Location:
Cleveland, Tennessee Salary Range: $92,601-$120,381

Position Status: Exempt / Full-Time

Moving
Allowance: N/A

Cleveland State Community College is a comprehensive, two-year post-secondary institution, located
in Cleveland, Tennessee. Cleveland State is committed to providing open access and quality education to all students. A Tennessee Board of
Regents institution, Cleveland State is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). At
Cleveland State, our mission is to build strong minds, careers and communities through exceptional teaching and learning, workforce
development and service. We wish to hire individuals with similar values who can help us accomplish those goals.

Special
Instructions to Applicants:

To be considered for a position at Cleveland State, you must complete an online application.
Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated solely based on the information provided in your
application. Any work experience not included will not be considered for meeting the minimum requirements or determining compensation for
the position.

Please note the following:

• Attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form.
  
• Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience.

JOB SUMMARY

The
Director of Internal Audit assists the college in accomplishing its goals by providing objective and relevant assurance regarding
risk management, control, and governance processes to college management and the Tennessee Board of Regents. This position reports
administratively to the college President and functionally to the TBR (Tennessee Board of Regents) Audit Committee through the TBR Chief
Audit Executive (CAE).

The Director is responsible for developing the college’s annual audit plan and conducting internal financial,
operational, and compliance audits as outlined in the plan, or as directed by the President or the (TBR) Tennessee Board of Regents Audit
Committee. The audits are for the purpose of determining the adequacy of the institution’s systems of internal

control for
continuous improvement; risk management; fraud awareness; efficiency and effectiveness of financial, administrative and academic management;
and verification of compliance with policies, requirements, and laws of the college, Tennessee Board of Regents, State of Tennessee, federal
regulations, and accreditation standards.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICIATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree
  in accounting or a business-related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Active CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CIA
  (Certified Internal Audit), or CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor).
• Minimum of 5 years of professional auditing experience
  is required.
  • Up to 2 years of auditing experience may be substituted with 2 years of professional experience in accounting or a
    related business field.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Lead and direct the College’s
  internal audit program and report results to the Audit Committee through the TBR Chief Audit Executive (CAE).
• Develop and implement
  annual risk-based audit plans in coordination with the President, senior leadership, and the CAE.
• Ensure compliance with the
  Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Global Internal Audit Standards and maintain required professional certifications and continuing
  education.
• Design audit programs, procedures, workpapers, and reports; conduct audits of college operations to assess compliance
  with Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) policies, state and federal laws, and internal controls.
• Present findings, observations, and
  recommendations to management and monitor corrective action plans and follow-up activities.
• Conduct special reviews, fraud, waste,
  and abuse investigations, and report findings through appropriate TBR channels.
• Provide advisory services to leadership on internal
  controls, risk management, policy interpretation, and process improvements.
• Collaborate with the President and senior leadership on
  institutional risk, strategic initiatives, and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with external auditors, including the Tennessee
  Comptroller of the Treasury, as needed.
• Prepare and submit required audit reports, including updates on audit plans, results,
  corrective actions, and audit status.
• Maintain audit documentation in accordance with records retention requirements and oversee
  the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP).
• Manage the internal audit budget and ensure alignment with institutional
  priorities and the approved audit plan.
• Serve on institutional and system-wide committees and participate in TBR internal audit
  meetings and initiatives.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with campus leadership, TBR staff, and external
  partners.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively engage a wide range of audiences through clear,
  professional, and responsive interactions.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills, with the ability to manage
  multiple priorities, meet deadlines, work independently, and maintain accuracy and attention to detail in fast-paced environments.
  
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, and the ability to interpret, apply, and evaluate complex
  information with minimum supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and the
  ability to create documents, manage data, prepare reports, and support daily operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving
  skills, with the ability to review information, interpret data, and make informed decisions and recommendations.
• Proven ability to
  exercise sound professional judgment, maintain confidentiality, and evaluate information accurately and effectively.
• Ability to
  work collaboratively across departments and with internal and external stakeholders to support institutional goals and initiatives.
  
• Preferred experience:
  • Working in a public higher education environment, with an understanding of college operations,
    policies, and procedures.
  • Using enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems such as Ellucian Banner.

WORK ACTIVITIES & EQUIPMENT

Work activities routinely involve the use of standard office equipment, including
computers, printers, copiers, scanners, telephones, and other related devices. Employees are expected to perform tasks such as data entry,
document preparation, email communication, and report generation using these tools.

JOB LOCATION

This
on-site position is based at the main campus of Cleveland State Community College in Cleveland, Tennessee. The role may include
responsibilities at off-site instructional locations as needed, including the McMinn Higher Education Center (MHEC) in Athens, Tennessee,
the Monroe Center in Vonore, Tennessee, and/or an industry setting within the College’s five-county service area.

The position may
require travel throughout the College’s five-county service area, as well as occasional travel to state meetings, conferences, and other
professional development events as needed.

Applicants may be subject to a background check and credit check.

Cleveland State
offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision,
  Life, Disability (long and short term), FSA/H.S.A.
• Wellness Incentive Program (if enrolled in health)
• Educational
  Assistance: Fee Waiver, Spouse/Dependent Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Longevity Pay
  
• Retirement Options: State of TN Pension (TCRS), 401a, 401k with $50 match, 403b, and 457
• Fourteen (14) Paid Holidays/Year
  
• Sick and Annual Leave
• Sick Leave Bank
• State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants If you are
  interested, click on the link to apply.

**Position will remain open until filled.