Audit Supervisor (Supervisor II)

The Position

The City Council has approved a 3.3% cost of living adjustment (COLA) for all eligible employees of the City of Portland for the fiscal year, effective from July 1, 2024. As a result, the salary for this position may increase due to the approved COLA.

Job Appointment:Two full-time, regular appointments available.

Work Schedule:Mon-Fri. 8-5pm, alternate schedule may be available after probation.

Work Location:Hybrid/work location: Columbia Square building: 111 SW Columbia Street, Portland OR 97201. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click here.

Language Pay Premium Eligible:This position is or may be eligible for

Language Pay Differentialfor qualifying employees.

Benefits:Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position.

Union Representation:This position is non-represented.

Application Materials:

You must respond to the supplemental questions in detail and attach a resume.

If requesting Veterans' Preference, attach your DD214/DD215 and/or Veterans Administration letter stating your disability to your profile. Do not attach a cover letter.

Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal.

The Revenue Division is seeking two (2) Audit Supervisors to join their team!

Position Summary:

The Audit Supervisor (Supervisor II) positions within the Revenue Division are responsible for leading and supervising audit section activities related to various revenue programs. This includes planning, organizing, and conducting financial audits to verify taxes and fees due. The supervisors play a critical role in ensuring staff performance, adherence to regulations, and achieving program goals.

As an Audit Supervisor, you will provide these key responsibilities:

• Leadership and Supervision:

• Lead a team within the audit section, overseeing their work in financial audits and compliance verification.

• Evaluate staff performance, provide coaching for improvement, and take necessary disciplinary actions when required.

Policy Development and Implementation:

• Interpret and apply codes, tax laws, administrative rulings, and court cases to develop procedures and performance standards for the audit section.

• Ensure these procedures align with city regulations and organizational objectives.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Engage with CPAs, tax attorneys, taxpayers, and city staff to explain and interpret laws, regulations, and policies affecting revenue programs.

• Communicate effectively to ensure compliance and address inquiries.

Collaboration and Coordination:

• Work closely with the Audit Section Manager and other supervisors to coordinate workload distribution and ensure divisional goals are met efficiently.

The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future Supervisor II vacancies.

About the Bureau:

The Bureau of Revenue and Financial Services (BRFS) plays a pivotal role in supporting the City of Portland's financial health and sustainability. Committed to fostering economic stability and equitable revenue practices, BRFS oversees various financial functions crucial to the city's well-being. BRFS is dedicated to managing and optimizing the city's revenue streams while ensuring transparency and accountability. We strive to uphold the highest standards of financial stewardship, supporting the City of Portland's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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BRFS values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization. We encourage candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and diverse communities to apply. Although not required, BRFS encourages candidates that can fluently speak more than one language to include that information in your resume. BRFS offers an excellent benefits package, flexible work schedules and support for training and skills development in a positive, engaging, and creative work environment.

Studies have shown that women, non-binary people, and Black, Indigenous, and other people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications listed. BRFS considers lived experience and transferrable skills as qualifying unless an item is labeled as required. We are most interested in finding the best candidates for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply.

Have a Question?

Contact Information:

Hannah Zeilenga, Senior Recruiter

Hannah.Zeilenga@portlandoregon.gov

To Qualify

The following minimum qualifications are requiredfor this position:

• Abilityto interpret, explain, and apply relevant tax laws, regulations, and policies that affect revenue and audit programs.

• Abilityto communicate clearly and persuasively, both verbally and in writing, including presenting information, reports, and recommendations.

• Experienceleading and supervising employees,includingtrainingand evaluating performance.

• Abilityto supervisea diverse workforce, promoteequity in the workplace, and implement fair practices inCityrevenueprograms.

• Abilityto make decisions within established policies and procedures that influence the daily operations of the unit and work of subordinate staff.

Applicant must also possess:

• Ability to successfully pass a criminal background investigation.

Preferred Qualifications

Although not required, you may have one or more of the following:

• Certifications: CPA, EA or equivalent.

The Recruitment Process

STEP 1: Apply online between

June 24, 2024 and July 8, 2024

Required Application Materials:

• Resume

• Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)

Optional Application Materials:

• If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) by the closing date of the recruitment.

Application Tips:

• The City of Portland has

How to Apply Videosand offers

How to ApplyClassesonce per month. If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on this posting.

• Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.

• Your résumé should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions.

• Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis: Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience.

• Do not attach any additional documents.

• Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.

Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation:Week of July 8, 2024

• An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%.

• Your résumé and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.

• You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information.

• Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.

Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List:Week of July 15, 2024

• Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.

• Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.

Step 4: Selection (Interview):late July 2024

• Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview.

• Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.

Step 5: Offer of Contingent Employment:EarlyAugust

Step 6: Background Check:2-3 Weeks

Step 7: Start Date:Late August / Early September

• A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.

• Timeline is approximate and subject to change.

Additional Information

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• Veteran Preference

• ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations

• Work Status

• Equal Employment Opportunity

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