Assistant Section Head - Internal Audit

Posting closes on 11/10/2026

The Assistant Section Head - Internal Audit supports the Section Head in overseeing daily operations, coordinating team activities, and ensuring departmental goals are achieved efficiently and effectively. This role assists with supervision, workflow management, and administrative responsibilities while helping maintain high performance standards within the section.

Examples of Work

The following examples are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. No attempt is made to be exhaustive. Related, similar, or other logical duties are performed as assigned. The Department may require employees to perform functions beyond those contained in job descriptions. The Department may modify job descriptions based on Department needs. The Arkansas Department of Transportation is an "at will" employer.

• Assist the Section Head in personnel matters of section staff, including hiring, terminating, approving time and leave, evaluating performance, and administering disciplinary action. 


• Assist section staff in the completion of audit projects in accordance with applicable standards, including the review of workpapers, findings, and draft reports.


• Assist the Section Head in assigning and coordinating the work of section staff.


• Act as point of contact in the absence of the Section Head.


• Provide guidance, training, and support to section staff as needed.


• Prepare audit/review programs to assess compliance with state and federal regulations, Department policies, operational goals, and/or reporting requirements. 


• Prepare clear, concise, and accurate audit/review reports. 


• Perform or assist in the performance of special reviews.


• Contribute to process improvement initiatives such as development of workpaper templates and procedures that enhance standardized audit methodologies to promote consistency, efficiency, and quality across engagements.

Minimum Requirements

Education and experience: The educational equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, IT, or other business related degree. Master’s degree preferred. Auditing experience. 

Knowledge, skills and abilities: Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Strong organizational skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to interpret and apply state and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Ability to interpret and apply Department policies and procedures. Effective leadership skills. Well-developed sense of urgency and follow through. Ability to multi-task effectively. Ability to train others. Working knowledge of the IIA International Professional Practices Framework, COSO Internal Control Framework, audit risk assessment techniques, and fraud detection. Professionalism grounded in ethics and integrity. Ability to prioritize the workload to complete audit projects efficiently. Ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships. Ability to demonstrate critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Working conditions: Office environment. Statewide travel, including overnight travel as necessary. 

Licenses, registrations and certifications: Eligible for professional designations of Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiners (CFE) Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Valid driver’s license. 

(“Accredited” means the educational institution or program is accredited by an accrediting organization recognized either by the United States Department of Education or by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.)

A criminal background check will be required to determine suitability of employment, and failure to meet these standards may cause the applicant to be rejected or terminated from that position.