Job Description
PLEASE ATTACH THE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS LISTED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE Job ID: 35138
Agency: Department of Labor & Regulation - Administration Services
Location: Preferred:Pierre, SD - Considered: Yankton, Madison, Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Aberdeen, or Huron, SDSalary: $27.75 - $30.33/hr, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: A2
Closing Date: 03/27/2026
The South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation is hiring an
Internal Auditor II to join their Administrative Services team.
The Administrative Services division is seeking an analytical, detail-oriented individual to serve as the Department's internal auditor. This position systematically reviews transactions and spending patterns to detect financial errors and assist staff in the division in them getting corrected. Additionally, this position will monitor financial aspects of Department subrecipients. This position will also be responsible for management of the Department's contracts, including working with department staff and potential vendors on the drafting process (no legal expertise required).
The preferred location for this position is in Pierre but may be filled at the following DLR Job Service locations: Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Yankton, Madison, Aberdeen, or Huron.
As public servants, we promote economic opportunity and financial security for individuals and businesses. This position offers an opportunity for rewarding, public service work with the benefit of a fantastic benefits package. Live, play, and prosper in beautiful South Dakota!
The State of South Dakota offers an excellent benefits package that includes 4 medical plan choices, 15 days paid vacation, 14 days paid sick leave, 11 paid holidays, paid family leave, 6% retirement plan match, well-being program, and so much more! Learn more about State benefits at https://www.sd.gov/bhra . This is a full-time (40 hours/week) position with the Department of Labor & Regulation. For more information on the Department of Labor & Regulation, please visit https://dlr.sd.gov/ . This position works in an office setting within the Department of Labor & Regulation central office. Travel may be needed 1-4 times per year as necessary for training and meetings.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have: A minimum of a bachelor's degree in accounting and 4 years' experience in government accounting or auditing.
Knowledge of: - Federal Uniform Grant Guidance (2 CFR 200);
- State of South Dakota accounting policies and procedures;
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP);
- Microsoft Excel formulas, tables, and pivot tables.
Skill to: - review detailed reports and detect anomalies;
- navigate and utilize multiple computer applications in order to complete analyses;
- utilize virtual video software (Microsoft Teams);
- remain organized when given multiple tasks or items needing to be completed in a day.
Ability to: - work independently with minimal supervision, yet seek guidance with questions or concerns;
- communicate information and guidance to individuals or multiple people in a cordial and professional manner;
- organize tasks and duties to ensure all are completed timely;
- establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors and staff within and outside of DLR;
- recognize and evaluate problems, and recommend sound solutions;
- develop self to expand own knowledge and apply it.
Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your cover letter and resume. This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=3OC
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
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