Staff Auditor II

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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Opening Date: January 15, 2026 Closing Date: January 29, 2026 Job Class Code: 0772 Grade: 25 (Pro/Tech) Salary: $55,764.80 - $78,228.80 per year* *This is inclusive of a 2.50% recruitment and retention stipend Position Numbers: 03000-4134, 02010-3262, 02010-2951, 03000-4149 Location: Augusta This is a full-time position located in Augusta, Maine and allows for up to 3 days of telework per week with management approval.

Core

Responsibilities:

As a Staff Auditor II you will: • Perform independent and complex audits of MaineCare Providers and/or Community Agencies who receive state and federal funds through contracts with DHHS.

• Complete financial and/or compliance audits for conformance to established laws, rules, regulations and standards.
• Analyze budget and expenditure information and/or clinical and professional records in a forensic capacity requiring research

skills:

, sampling, extrapolation and the development of findings. Minimum

Qualifications:

To qualify, you must have: • Eight (8) years of practical, progressively responsible accounting or auditing

experience:

at the professional level; or • Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field and two years of progressively responsible accounting and auditing

experience:

or one year of directly related auditing

experience:

in a government environment; or • Have certification as a CPA, CIA, or CISA OR a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, or related field; or • Meet the

requirements:

to sit for the Certified Public Accountant’s Examination (at least 150 semester hours of

education:

, including a minimum 4-year baccalaureate or higher degree conferred by a college or university acceptable to the board, and shall consist of at least 15 hours of accounting, auditing and ethics (which must include at least three hours of auditing and three hours of accounting), and two years of progressively responsible accounting and auditing

experience:

or one year of directly related auditing

experience:

in a government environment. Thinking

about:

applying? Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your

experience:

and passion set you apart. Agency information: The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and

opportunity:

for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

The Division of Audit is seeking a highly talented individual who will represent our A.U.D.I.T. values (Accountability, Unity, Dependability, Integrity and Trust) in all they do. The Division of Audit provides a variety of training opportunities to its staff. Application Information: For additional information

about:

this position please contact Herb Downs, Director DHHS Audit at (207) 287-2778. To apply, please upload your current resume and cover letter, and copies of post-secondary transcripts. Please submit all documents or files in PDF or Word format. To request a paper application, please contact Mandy.Hernandez@Maine.gov

Benefits:

of working for the State of Maine: No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total

compensation:

package, including: Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 annual value), depending on salary.

Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information

about:

program

requirements:

Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value). Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). Parental leave is one of the most important

benefits:

for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act. State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive

benefits:

package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn

about:

additional wellness

benefits:

for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note:

Benefits:

may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time. There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your

skills:

Applicants demonstrate job

requirements:

in differing ways, and we appreciate that many

skills:

and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal

Opportunity:

employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good

about:

what you:

do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for.

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opportunity:

for you to help make Maine an even better place to live. eases, there’s a place for you here, and your work will have meaning.