Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Covered California is seeking a talented and driven individual to join our team and contribute to improving the healthcare journey for millions of Californians. If you have a passion for internal auditing, critical analysis, and effective communication, this is the ideal opportunity to advance your career in a dynamic and impactful organization.

About the Role
As an Associate Management Auditor, Internal Auditor, you will play a key role in strengthening Covered California’s ability to create, protect, and sustain value by providing management and stakeholders with independent, risk-based, and objective assurance, advice, insight, and foresight. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading complex internal audit projects and teams, including assurance and advisory engagements.

• Conducting research and performing analytical duties to evaluate organizational processes, identify risks, assess compliance, and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

• Working closely with management and stakeholders to offer specialized guidance on internal controls, risk assessment, organizational governance, and compliance issues.

• Utilizing strong communication skills to effectively convey audit results, collaborate with stakeholders, and present recommendations in a clear and professional manner.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a mission-driven organization and develop your career as an internal auditor, Covered California is the place for you.
Apply today and join us in shaping the future of healthcare access in California!

At Covered California, we recognize our employees are our most valuable asset. We have a variety of career fields that help make a difference in the lives of Californians, and we’re looking for talented and enthusiastic individuals to join our team! Learn more about why you should join the .

This position is headquartered in Sacramento County, 1601 Exposition Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95815. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquarters office subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. Travel expenses associated with commuting to the employee’s office headquarters location are not reimbursable, other than authorized transit subsidies.

NOTE: To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification. To gain employment list eligibility, please to access the Associate Management Auditor exam bulletin.

Possession of minimum qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications, the applicant's name may be removed from the eligibility list.

Covered California does not provide visa sponsorship and is not an E-Verify employer.

Effective July 1, 2025, in response to the budget deficit, the Department of Human Resources (CalHR) has implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 requires that each full-time employee working their assigned work schedule receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June 30, 2027.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This position may be eligible for telework. In accordance with Government Code section 14200, only employees who reside in California are eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Covered California’s current telework policy. While Covered California supports telework, in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksite with minimal notification if an urgent need arises, as determined by the Department.

Special Requirements

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Instructions: A SOQ is required to apply. The SOQ will be used as a pre-interview screening tool. Applicants who do not follow the SOQ instructions and/or do not answer the prompt as stated below may not be considered.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can be useful in the development of written responses; however, it is important to use these tools responsibly and ethically.  Where assistive tools may be used, responses within the SOQ should be your own original work. Applicants must write in their own words and avoid plagiarism.  Failure to comply may be cause for disqualification.

Please answer the following question as part of your Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Please ensure your SOQ does not exceed two pages and is tailored specifically to the requirements of the position, as outlined in the job description:

• Based on your experience and skills, how have you demonstrated expertise in auditing, research, analysis, and communication in a professional setting? Provide specific examples that highlight your ability to collaborate with stakeholders, conduct thorough analyses, and effectively communicate findings and recommendations.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Experience in Internal Auditing : Demonstrated experience conducting internal audits in a state or federal government setting, with knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and standards including the Institute of Internal Auditor’s Global Internal Audit Standards.      

• Strong Analytical Skills : Ability to analyze complex data and processes, identify risks, assess internal controls, and provide actionable recommendations to improve organizational efficiency and compliance.

• Proficiency in Audit Tools and Software : Familiarity with audit management software, data analysis tools, and Microsoft Office Suite to effectively document, analyze, and report audit findings.

• Effective Communication Skills : Strong written and verbal communication skills to prepare clear and concise audit reports, conduct presentations, and collaborate with management and stakeholders.

Benefits

The State of California offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Health, Vision, Dental, Retirement, and an array of other options. For more information on the benefits offered by the State of California, please click below:

Pre-Employment Requirements

Background Check: All applicants shall be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The investigation will consist of completion of a pre-employment questionnaire, fingerprinting, and an inquiry to the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation to disclose criminal records.

Incompatible Activities: To maintain our integrity and focus on serving Californians, Covered California adheres to unique conflict of interest restrictions on the outside employment and activities of its board members and staff. If you’re considering a role with us, it’s important to know at the time of your start:

• You must not be employed by or otherwise affiliated with health insurance carriers, other insurers, agents, brokers, health care professionals, health facilities, or health clinics, or trade associations of any of these entities. This also means that you must not hold an active license to sell health insurance in California.
• You must not hold an active license to sell health insurance in California.
• Health care professionals are welcome to join our team, provided you do not receive payment for professional services and do not hold ownership or financial interests in a health care practice.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  " Please attach your SOQ to your application. Applications received without a SOQ will not be considered. Resumes and cover letters will not be accepted in place of a SOQ. Please see above “Special Requirements” section for SOQ instructions."

Job Tags

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