Government & Public Sector Jobs in Austin, TX (Now Hiring) — 1,205 open — Page 39
Texas State Auditor's Office
Auditor I-II
Austin, Texas, United States · Hybrid
$52k–$89k/yr
Entry level
JOB TITLE: Auditor I-II ANNUAL SALARY: Auditor I: $52,000 – $77,548.56/year OR Auditor II: $56,000 – $88,786.92/year HIRE DATE: January 4, 2027 HOURS PER WEEK: 40; Willingness to travel up to 25% within Texas required. L…
Skills: Auditing, Financial analysis, Data analysis, Accounting, Performance auditing
State and Local Manager, Government Affairs and Public Policy
Austin, Texas, United States · On-site
$141k–$205k/yr
Senior$26M raised
Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 7 years of experience in policy analysis and campaigns, working on technology issues or the policy environments that surround them. 7 years of…
Skills: Policy Analysis, Legislative Strategy, Government Relations, Public Affairs, Lobbying
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage…
Skills: Blue Prism, Power Automate, Azure, Microsoft Power Platform, SQL
Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Summary You will …
About This Position Job Description:Auditor I Purpose: The Office of the City Auditor is a City department that reports to the City Council and provides a menu of services including performance audits, investigations, an…
Skills: Performance auditing, Data analysis, Critical thinking, Professional judgment, Research
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage…
As a Higher Education Executive Advisor (EEA), you are a passionate leader who understands the education (Higher Education and Academic Research) environment, the trends impacting these industries, and have the ability t…
Senior Technical Program Manager (Autonomy) – NODA AI Location: Austin, TX (Hybrid on-site, with up to 10% travel) Clearance Requirement: U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a security clearance About NODA NODA is a …
Skills: Technical program management, Autonomy systems, Requirement management, Jira, Agile
Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Job Summary: Saronic …
Proposal Writer Location: Austin, TX or Washington, D.C (Hybrid on-site, with up to 5% travel) Clearance Requirement: U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a security clearance About NODA NODA is a Veteran-owned, ventu…
Skills: Proposal writing, Technical writing, Federal acquisition, DoD acquisition, Capture management
Trade Compliance Specialist Location: Austin, TX or Washington, D.C. (Hybrid on-site, with up to 5% travel) Clearance Requirement: U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a security clearance About NODA NODA is a Veteran…
Skills: Trade compliance, ITAR, EAR, Export licensing, Restricted party screening
Job Posting Title: Associate Open Records Coordinator ---- Hiring Department: Office of the Vice President for Legal Affairs ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: Exempt …
Job Posting Closing Times: Job postings are removed from advertising at 12:00 A.M. on the closing date e.g., at midnight on the day before the closing date. Austin Community College employees are required to maintain a d…
At ERCOT, our diverse and dynamic work environment provides a platform on which employees can work together to build the future of the Texas power grid and wholesale market utilizing the latest technologies and resources…
Skills: Stakeholder management, Governance, Meeting facilitation, Project coordination, Communication
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage…
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage…
State Hospital Central Office Investigator and Incident Response Coordinator
Austin, Texas, United States · Remote OK
$6k–$11k/mo
Mid level
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage…
DSHS is committed to hiring skilled and dedicated individuals who share a passion for public health to pursue our vision of A Healthy Texas. If you are looking to make an impact and tackle new challenges, we encourage yo…
Skills: Pharmaceutical operations, Inventory control, Pharmacy inventory management system, Drug repackaging, Drug labeling
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage…
Position Overview The Contraceptive Access Program Manager, reporting to the Deputy Director, leads organizational contraceptive access initiatives, including the Emergency Contraception (EC) for Every Body Project, a st…
Skills: Program Management, Operations Management, Logistics, Budget Management, Staff Supervision
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$52k–$89k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree
Posted 25d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Auditors perform audit procedures, prepare documentation, and reach conclusions based on evidence to improve government operations. They conduct financial and performance audits of state-funded entities to provide objective analysis to state leaders.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as accounting, business, or economics. Auditor II positions require 1 to 3 years of relevant experience, while Auditor I positions are open to entry-level candidates.
HOURS PER WEEK: 40; Willingness to travel up to 25% within Texas required.
LOCATION: Austin, Texas (No satellite offices.)
NO. OF OPENINGS: Multiple
SPONSORSHIP: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking inquisitive, personable, motivated, analytical, and innovative problem solvers with a desire to help improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the State.
We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background, which is why we accept undergraduates from all majors. Our staff have varied backgrounds, such as accounting, business/economics, public policy, mathematics, government, music, radio-television- film, philosophy, and sports management. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every one of our desired qualifications listed. Candidates must be willing to travel up to 25% within Texas. This position is primarily in-office, with limited telecommuting days available based on team and agency needs. Regular onsite attendance is considered an essential function of this position.
What would you do?
Auditors perform audit procedures, prepare audit documentation, reach conclusions based on audit evidence, and make recommendations to improve government operations. They conduct audit procedures on financial and/or performance audits of agencies, institutions of higher education, and other entities that receive state funding. The results of our audit work helps improve agency operations and provide valuable information to State leaders on areas such as public education, public safety, healthcare, and foster care.
On a financial audit you might: review fiscal and accounting functions and systems including pension and investment funds, review and test accounting records, develop estimates and expectations of financial statement accounts, review financial trends and analyze variances, and analyze financial statement account balances and draw conclusions.
On a performance audit you might: review the operations and management of various State programs to assess their effectiveness, conduct research, evaluate compliance with laws, policies and regulations, analyze both qualitative and quantitative data, and provide objective analysis to assist agency management in improving operational performance.
Most audits also include reviewing and evaluating internal controls, including information technology system controls.
Before being assigned to either type of audit, you would be trained on performing an audit. Our Auditor Training Program (ATP) will introduce you to the topics and issues you will experience daily as an auditor with a combination of internally developed classroom training and training on a mock audit. Following completion of the ATP, our office’s culture of continuous learning and training helps new auditors gain skills to move to the next level.
Minimum Qualifications:
Auditor I
Bachelor’s degree (copy of transcript requested upon interview) in accounting, business administration, computer science, computer/management information systems, economics, finance, math, public affairs or related fields. No experience necessary, but relative internship in auditing, information technology/systems auditing, data analysis, accounting, or public policy is preferred.
Auditor II
Bachelor’s degree (copy of transcript requested upon interview) in accounting, business administration, computer science, computer/management information systems, economics, finance, math, public affairs or related fields. 1 to 3 years’ experience in auditing, information technology/systems auditing, financial analysis, accounting, or other relevant fields is required. (Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) may substitute for experience.)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in public sector auditing (financial, performance, or information systems), federal compliance auditing (single audit), budgeting in Texas government, or accounting/business processes. Knowledge of student financial aid, research and development, investments and derivatives, accounting and auditing standards, State computer systems, state contracting, new and emerging technology. Desired certifications include: Working toward becoming or achieved designation as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Information Systems Auditors (CISA).
The State Auditor’s Office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or in the provision of services. Applicants should communicate requests for disability-related accommodations during the application process to our Human Resources Office.
The SAO's vision is to help government achieve expected results. In order to do this, we seek employees who possess initiative, creativity, and vision.
Because the SAO audits all aspects of state government, our auditors enjoy challenging and diverse work assignments. You may help analyze highway construction, the performance of a university's investments, or the system that transports prisoners. Every assignment is an opportunity to learn!
Offices: 1501 Congress Ave, Austin, Texas 78701, US
Frequently asked questions
How many Government & Public Sector jobs are open in Austin, TX right now?
There are currently 1,205 open government & public sector positions in Austin, TX listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.
Which companies are hiring for Government & Public Sector roles in Austin, TX?
Companies currently hiring include Texas Department of State Health Services, UT Health Austin, City of Austin, Texas Health and Human Services, Central Health, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.
Are there remote or hybrid Government & Public Sector jobs in Austin, TX?
Yes — 656 of the 1205 open government & public sector positions offer remote or hybrid work (109 remote, 547 hybrid).
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